ABOARD THE CARRIER ENTERPRISE â In a room about half the size of a tennis court, half. a dozen sailors are waiting for a seat to open up at one of 30 computers lining the bulkheads. With a library next door, itâs like a high school media center, only the patrons are a few years.
Get the basic requirements. Firefighters must have a high school diploma and hold a valid driverâs license. Though firefighters must be 18 years old in order to work, limited on-the-job training can begin at a younger age. There may be a limit on age as well, usually between 28 and 30 years old.
This is the minimum age requirement for being a firefighter. However, in some states, you will have to be at least 21 to apply, so look in to the requirements in your own state. 2. Have a high school diploma or its equivalent. You'll need to have a high school diploma or a GED to apply to be a firefighter.