Associated Press - November 30, 2009 8:34 AM ET
NORMAL, Ill. (AP) - The Bloomington Area Career Center's fire science program will begin in August.
The program is open to applicants from 14 Bloomington-area high schools who can earn college credits and certificates and get hands-on experience.
Career Center Director Tom Frazier says programs combining in-class training and on-site experience are part of a growing trend of high schools partnering with community businesses and organizations.
The fire science students can earn six dual credit hours with Illinois Central College, East Peoria. They also can earn first responder and CPR certification.
Normal Assistant Fire Chief John Grussing says the program gives students a chance to see what the job involves and decide if it is something they want to do.
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