Welcome to the Chabot College Fire Technology Program website!

WHY THIS WEBSITE?

Are you interested in a career in the fire service? EVEN if you are not planning on working in California?
NOTE: This website and program has helped countless students AROUND the U.S. obtain the badge of their dreams, with the extensive amount of information we have provided within the entire website.
Are you looking for guidance and resources to get you pointed in the right direction?
Are you looking at a road map for success, to increase your chances of obtaining the badge of your dreams?
If so, then we are here to assist you!

If you want to know where to begin, click on the link above titled "So, You Want To Become A Firefighter," and also the FREE STUFF Page of this website, and let the journey begin!

Regardless of where you live or where you hope to serve, we have lots of valuable information to share if you take the time to click on the links above. Good luck!

ABOUT:

The Chabot College Fire Technology Program is one of the longest running programs in the San Francisco Bay Area and the State of California, and is located at:

25555 Hesperian Blvd., Hayward, California. See the bottom of this page for an interactive map.

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Students are offered coursework that can lead to:

For more information on each of the above programs, click on each link above.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

The Santa Barbara County (CA) Fire Department will be accepting applications for Firefighter Trainee, EMT & Firefighter Trainee, Paramedic on July 7, 2026.

More details: https://sbcfire.com/article/coming-soon-firefighter-trainee-emt-firefighter-trainee-paramedic-recruitment-2/

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AND:

The Plano (TX) Fire Department is accepting applications for Firefighter / Paramedic & Firefighter / Paramedic OR EMT.

They first exam for Firefighter / Paramedic will be held on August 6, 2026 - but you must have your application submitted by July 26, 2026.

The second exam for Firefighter / Paramedic and ALSO for EMT will be held on August 17, 2026 - but you must have your application submitted for this exam by August 9, 2026.

More details: https://www.plano.gov/465/Employment

CHABOT COLLEGE INFORMATIONAL BROCHURES:

Chabot College Fire Technology Program Information
Thinking of a career in the fire service? Start here by reviewing this important information!
Fire Service Career Information.pdf
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Fire Technology Program Decision Matrix
This document will provide a flow chart to decide which classes to take and in what order.
Fire Technology Decision Matrix Prioriti[...]
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Pathway to a Fire Service Career!
This brochure helps you best prepare for a fire service career!
Chabot Fire Pathway-2018.pdf
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So, you want to become a Firefighter? 6 key points to assist you in becoming a Firefighter!
For anyone starting the process or fairly new to the process of becoming a Firefighter, this document will provide a great road map to set anyone up for success! Updated July 2019.
Firefighter preparation for Chabot July [...]
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FREE RESOURCES TO HELP YOU PREPARE FOR A FIRE SERVICE CAREER!

For additional information to help you prepare for a career in the fire service (videos, documents, presentations, seminars, podcasts, etc.), please see below AND also visit the FREE STUFF page of this website.

FREE - Over 80 Reach for the Firefighter Badge Video Blogs / Webinars to help you prepare for the career of your dreams!

FREE On-Demand Webinars: Reach for the Firefighter Badge!

The following webinars focus on FIRE FIGHTER CAREER PREPARATION! (Before Getting the Badge):

Episode #1 - Why do you want to be a firefighter?
Episode #3 - 4 Reasons NOT To Become a Firefighter!
Episode #2 - Becoming a Firefighter, 10 Must-Do Things!
Episode #6 - What is Required To Be a Firefighter?
Episode #13 - Where Can You Get a Job As a Firefighter?
Episode #21 - So, You Want to Become a Firefighter? 6 Key Points to Assist You!
Episode #15 - Basic Questions To Ask Yourself Before Starting the Process To Become a Firefighter!
Episode #16 - 8 Reasons People Never Get Hired As Firefighters!
Episode #17 - Basic Necessities For the Firefighter Candidate!
Episode #12 - How Old is Too Old to Become a Firefighter?
Episode #81 - You Want to Be a Firefighter But You're Still in High School? Ways to Prepare, Part 5!
Episode #80 - You Want to Be a Firefighter But You're Still in High School? Ways to Prepare, Part 4!
Episode #79 - You Want to Be a Firefighter But You're Still in High School? Ways to Prepare, Part 3!
Episode #78 - You Want to Be a Firefighter But You're Still in High School? Ways to Prepare, Part 2!
Episode #77 - You Want to Be a Firefighter But You're Still in High School? Ways to Prepare, Part 1!
Episode #76 - What Does a Firefighter Actually Do? Part 5
Episode #75 - What Does a Firefighter Actually Do? Part 4
Episode #74 - What Does a Firefighter Actually Do? Part 3
Episode #73 - What Does a Firefighter Actually Do? Part 2
Episode #4 - What Does a Firefighter Actually Do? Part 1
Episode #5 - Becoming a Firefighter, Do You Really Know What You're Getting Into?
Episode #56 - Social Media: Things to Avoid While Serving (or Wanting to Serve) As a Firefighter!
Episode #55 - 5 Reasons Social Media May Keep You From Getting Hired As a Firefighter!
Episode #34 - The Future Firefighter's To-Do List, Part 4!
Episode #33 - The Future Firefighter's To-Do List, Part 3!
Episode #32 - The Future Firefighter's To-Do List, Part 2!
Episode #31 - The Future Firefighter's To-Do List, Part 1!
Episode #30 - Understanding Firefighter Wages & Benefits!
Episode #29 - What Are Your Personal Core Values?
Episode #23 - What Is Your Why?
Episode #20 - What Is Your Personal Mission Statement?
Episode #28 - 50 Character Traits a Firefighter Should Possess, Part 5 (Traits 41-50)!
Episode #27 - 50 Character Traits a Firefighter Should Possess, Part 4 (Traits 31-40)!
Episode #26 - 50 Character Traits a Firefighter Should Possess, Part 3 (Traits 21-30)!
Episode #25 - 50 Character Traits a Firefighter Should Possess, Part 2 (Traits 11-20)!
Episode #24 - 50 Character Traits a Firefighter Should Possess, Part 1 (Traits 1-10)!
Episode #22 - Items That May Disqualify a Firefighter Candidate
Episode #19 - How To Properly Present Yourself During a Firehouse Ride Along!
Episode #18 - How To Properly Present Yourself During a Firehouse Visit!
Episode #14 - Volunteer Opportunities For the Firefighter Candidate!
Episode #11 - You Want To Become a Firefighter, Do You Need a College Degree?
Episode #10 - You Want To Become a Firefighter, Should You Become a Paramedic?
Episode #9 - Don't Just Prepare For The Test, Prepare For The Position!

More FREE On-Demand Webinars: Reach for the Firefighter Badge!

The following focus on the FIRE DEPARTMENT HIRING PROCESS:

Episode #7 - What Will a Fire Department Require Me to Do to Get the Badge?
Episode #8 - How To Locate Fire Department Jobs!
Episode #36 - The Fire Department Job Application - What to Expect!
Episode #35 - Fire Service Resume Preparation
Episode #83 - The Fire Department Written Examination - Tips for Success on Test Day! (Part 3)
Episode #82 - The Fire Department Written Examination - Tips for Success on Test Day! (Part 2)
Episode #72 - The Fire Department Written Examination - Tips for Success on Test Day! (Part 1)
Episode #37 - The Fire Department Written Examination!
Episode #38 - The Fire Department Physical Ability Test
Episode #63 - Fire Department Oral Interview Preparation Tip - Increase Your Scores with the "Intro-Body-Conclusion" Method to Answer Questions!
Episode #62 - Fire Department Oral Interview Preparation Tip - Don't Just Answer the Question, ANSWER THE QUESTION!
Episode #61 - Fire Department Oral Interview Preparation Tip - Perception is Reality, Part 2!
Episode #60 - Fire Department Oral Interview Preparation Tip - Perception is Reality, Part 1!
Episode #59 - Fire Department Oral Interviews - What is the Oral Board Looking for in Candidates?
Episode #49 - Fire Department Oral Interview - The Chief's Interview!
Episode #48 - Fire Department Oral Interview - The Closing Statement!
Episode #47 - Fire Department Oral Interview - The Opening Statement!
Episode #46 - Fire Department Oral Interview - Tips For Success, Part 5!
Episode #45 - Fire Department Oral Interview - Tips For Success, Part 4!
Episode #44 - Fire Department Oral Interview - Tips For Success, Part 3!
Episode #43 - Fire Department Oral Interview - Tips For Success, Part 2!
Episode #42 - Fire Department Oral Interview - Tips For Success, Part 1!
Episode #41 - The Fire Department Oral Interview - Commonly Asked Questions, Part 2!
Episode #40 - The Fire Department Oral Interview - Commonly Asked Questions, Part 1!
Episode #39 - Fire Department Oral Interviews - The Basics!
Episode #53 - The Background Investigation: Questions They May Ask of Your Family, Friends & References!
Episode #52 - The Background Investigation: How to Prepare!
Episode #51 - The Background Investigation: What to Expect!
Episode #50 - The Medical Examination!

And even More FREE On-Demand Webinars: Reach for the Firefighter Badge!

The following focus on FIRE FIGHTER CAREER PREPARATION! (After Getting the Badge):

Episode #71 - More Suggestions to Set Up the Newly Hired Firefighter for Success, Part 4!
Episode #70 - More Suggestions to Set Up the Newly Hired Firefighter for Success, Part 3!
Episode #69 - More Suggestions to Set Up the Newly Hired Firefighter for Success, Part 2!
Episode #68 - More Suggestions to Set Up the Newly Hired Firefighter for Success, Part 1!
Episode #67 - Reasons Why Firefighters Get Released During the Recruit Academy or Probationary Process, Part 2!
Episode #66 - Reasons Why Firefighters Get Released During the Recruit Academy or Probationary Process, Part 1!
Episode #65 - Life As a Probationary Firefighter - 1st to Wake Up - Last to Go to Sleep, Part 2!
Episode #64 - Life As a Probationary Firefighter - 1st to Wake Up - Last to Go to Sleep, Part 1!
Episode #58 - Tips for the Newly Hired Firefighter to Ensure Success, Part 2!
Episode #57 - Tips for the Newly Hired Firefighter to Ensure Success, Part 1!
Episode #54 - Financial Tips for the New (or Experienced Firefighter)!

On-Demand Webinar: Reach for the Firefighter Badge - Episode #1 - Why do you want to be a Firefighter?

Various Career Preparation On-Demand Webinars:

Steve Prziborowski hosted a number of FREE upcoming webinars to assist current & future fire service personnel with achieving their dreams & goals! Below are the archived webinars for your viewing pleasure!

To View Any or ALL of the Above/Below Webinars:

25 Reasons to Hire YOU as a Firefighter! - To view the webinar on demand go to YouTube.
How to Master the Fire Department Testing Process! - To view the webinar on demand, go to YouTube.
Reach for the Firefighter Badge - Do you have what it takes to be a Firefighter? - To view the webinar on demand, go to YouTube.
21 Key points to assist you becoming a Firefighter! - To view the webinar on demand, go to YouTube.

ORAL INTERVIEW PREPARATION WEBINAR:

CLICK HERE to access a free, one-hour webinar recently presented by Steve Prziborowski, for Kaplan University, titled "How to Excel at your next Oral Interview." Whether you are preparing for entry-level or a promotional position, this webinar has some key points and nuggets you can benefit from!