In this 1 minute video, a high school student in Ventura, California asks a firefighter what’s the most appealing aspect of the job? Although this short video provides only one firefighter’s response, he mentions that his answer would be the same as his other firefighting comrades. His answer is so simple that it may be…

Becoming a firefighter does not usually happen quickly. In many fire departments, it requires prior training before a candidate will even be considered for the role of a firefighter.  Some firefighters may be hired sooner, or take longer, than the time it took for this Captain.

Roland Dykes, founder of Future Firefighters, speaks with Our Ventura TV about his nonprofit’s work in helping to foster the next generation of firefighters and emergency medical technicians through scholarships and financial aid.

Founder of Future Firefighters, Roland Dykes, speaks on local TV in Ventura County, CA.