You want to become a firefighter.
Beyond the image of the firefighter profession that children dream of, have you understood the reality of this highly involved profession?
Intervening in the event of a fire, accident or emergency, are you made for the reality of the firefighter profession?
Test yourself with our test and see if you're ready to commit.
Professional firefighters, or volunteer firefighters: this profession which has a lot of meaning for its commitment to others, also requires a lot of sacrifices: schedules, physical risks, arduousness, etc.
What attracts you to the profession of firefighter? Are you sensitive to the sight of blood?
Your skills, your qualities... Using 10 very simple questions, measure your proximity to the profession of firefighter.
This first test will give you an indication, a first answer, but continue your orientation by pushing open the doors of a barracks, during an open day or by making an appointment.
Security and army professions such as firefighter, policeman, soldier, etc. are attractive for their very concrete and republican side: serving others.
Ask yourself the right questions about your desire for this type of job.
Talk to professionals around you to judge their daily missions, and compare the image you have of the profession with its reality and also its career prospects.
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How do you know if you are cut out to become a firefighter?
Do you have the physical condition and motivation necessary to complete this challenge: face all dangers, rescue people in any situation.
Does danger scare you?
Do you have the sense of responsibility necessary to intervene in high-risk situations?
Are you ready to invest on a daily basis and do you have a taste for service?
Local brigades regularly launch calls to young men and women who would like to get involved: the first stage of training to become a volunteer firefighter is perhaps a good option to test your real desire to make it your profession.
Many volunteer firefighters have another job on the side: farmer, baker, craftsman... you could also consider having two jobs!
Take the test and see if your job will be more than a passion or a livelihood for you: a commitment.