Learn what it takes to become a firefighter. This edition gives prospective firefighters the tools they need to prepare for and pass all portions of the firefighter examwritten, physical ability, oral interview, and psychologicalto help them begin their life-saving career as a first responder. The comprehensive guide provides everything you need to pass local, state, and national written exams, including test-taking strategies, information on the firefighter screening process, expert oral interview and job search advice, and a review of the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT). Includes: full-length practice tests which include questions from actual Fire Department examsall with detailed answer explanations; strategies for tackling each section of the firefighter examreading comprehension, reasoning and judgment, spatial orientation, observation and memory, fire science, and mechanical reasoning; valuable tips on how to prepare for the physical aptitude (CPAT) portion of the screening process; in-depth review of the firefighting profession, including employment prospects, job tasks performed by firefighters, and information on training, advancement, and related occupations; comprehensive list of the latest EMT, first-aid, and crisis management requirements; and expert advice on acing the oral interview and information on psychological testing.