Fire officers such as captains and lieutenants supervise and coordinate the work of other firefighters. This occupational group includes municipal, provincial, federal railway and First Nations police as well as municipal, industrial, airport and wild-land firefighters. Education, Training and Experience People in this group must meet physical agility, strength, fitness and vision requirements. Most recent entrants have a community college diploma or an undergraduate university degree. Police officers must complete high school and may require a university degree or college program in law and security or the social sciences.
Most recent entrants have a community college diploma or another post-secondary diploma or degree.
Police detectives and sergeants must have previous experience as constables. With additional training and experience, police officers may progress to commissioned police officer positions. Firefighters must usually complete high school and may require a college program in fire protection technology or a related field. A firefighter basic training course is usually provided by the employer. Fire officers such as captains and lieutenants must have several years' experience and related training.