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Columbus Division of Fire celebrates Cadet Class 5; two already hired by department
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The Columbus Division of Fire honored 21 cadets who completed Cadet Class 5. Two graduates have already joined the division as Columbus firefighters and others have secured jobs with other jurisdictions and private EMS, officials said. Cadets earned state and national certifications and several instructors and cadets received awards.
The Columbus Division of Fire held a graduation ceremony for Cadet Class 5 to recognize 21 cadets who completed the department’s cadet training program. Deputy Director George Speaks said two graduates have already been hired by the Columbus Division of Fire and several others have taken positions with other jurisdictions or private EMS agencies.
The program culminated in awards and remarks from division leaders and cadet representatives. “Of the 21 cadets before you, two who are wearing the blue have already become Columbus firefighters,” Deputy Director George Speaks told attendees. Assistant…
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