The First Fire Protection District of Antioch/Antioch Fire Department currently supports an apprentice program for young men and women ages 14 - 18 years of age. The Cadet Corps is established to provide young people with an interest in the fire service the opportunity to experience volunteer firefighting service to the community. With a mixture of hands on training and classroom instruction, Antioch Cadets are instructed in the basics by experienced firefighter mentors. The main goal of our program is to create opportunity for young adults to assist as interns and gain valuable knowledge in preparation for future fire service employment.
The program was started in 2009 and was originally an Explorer Post. The program was revamped in 2012 as a Cadet program to allow a more active role for the Cadets. Because of their training and experience gained as Cadets, members of the program often move up to become a member of the Antioch Fire Department. Graduates of the Cadet program that qualify to become regular members are sponsored by the department in the local fire academy.
As a Cadet, young people will also take part in a controlled ride along program that allows members to ride along with the Antioch Fire Department Duty Crew. This and many other features of our Cadet program prepare those interested for future opportunities in the FIRE and EMS service. Our Cadets demonstrate pride in the community they we serve. Cadets are also expected to help with community public events.
For more information or help with questions you may have, please call (847) 395-5511
Cadet Application
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