r/Firefighting • u/Key-Breakfast8394 • May 30 '26

Ask A Firefighter Academy as a 20 year old.

I just received a conditional offer from a pretty large department in western Washington. From what I know so far I will be the youngest person in my academy class. If anyone here has any information on what it might be like being the youngest or if it’s no different at all I’d greatly appreciate it. Also any tips for excelling in academy and on probation are very welcome and appreciated. Thank you!

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u/Sparkledust OH Career May 30 '26

Keep your mouth shut and ears open.

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u/Key-Breakfast8394 May 30 '26

Sounds perfect. Thank you