SHAES To Offer Cadet Program

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South Haven Area Emergency Services is launching a cadet program to introduce participants to the firefighting and emergency medical service professions. Director Brandon Hinz tells WSJM News they’re excited to be able to offer the learning opportunity to people in the area. Anyone 16 years of age and up will be welcomed.

“They can come along, learn how we operate, learn our equipment, learn our area,” Hinz said. “One of the best things about it is once you get on the department and get trained, South Haven Area Emergency Services will pay for any education to further that person. So you can pretty much work yourself into a full time job.”

Cadet prospects will be welcome in the coming months to experience the department first-hand by attending training, responding to emergency calls as observers, and helping at events. Hinz says Beginning in September, SHAES will sponsor cadets for the state certifications required to become a firefighter.

“The class starts in September to become certified, but I would welcome anybody to join our department well ahead of that.”

Hinz says he’s confident a lot of younger residents aren’t familiar with SHAES and what it does. Those who want to become SHAES cadets can call the department. You can also email Hinz.