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Firefighter Exam For Dummies 1st Edition

by Stacy L. Bell (Author), Lindsay Rock (Author), Tracey Biscontini (Author)
4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 74 ratings
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The fast and easy way to score your best on the Firefighter Exam

In addition to physical tests of strength, agility, and coordination, firefighters must also pass a difficult written test that requires serious preparation to fare well, and many applicants fail to succeed.

Firefighter Exam For Dummies gives you a complete review of the most commonly tested topics that are typical of firefighter exams given to candidates across North America, as well as tips and advice on how to pass the oral interview, psychological testing, and the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT).

  • Coverage of reading comprehension, math, principles of mechanics, tool usage and recognition, memorization and visualization, and on-the-job scenarios
  • Study advice and test-taking tips
  • 4 full-length practice exams with answers and detailed explanations including the National Firefighter Selection Inventory (NFSI), a battery of 105 questions that assess the job-related cognitive skills required of a firefighter, and a test based on the New York City (NYC) firefighter exam-one of the most demanding Complete with advice for conquering test anxiety, Firefighter Exam For Dummies covers everything you need to know to confidently tackle-and pass-the big exam.
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  1. ISBN-10
    0470769467
  2. ISBN-13
    978-0470769461
  3. Edition
    1st
  4. Publisher
    For Dummies
  5. Publication date
    February 2, 2011
  6. Language
    English
  7. Dimensions
    8.3 x 0.9 x 10.9 inches
  8. Print length
    432 pages
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Learn to:

  • Master reading comprehension, math, memory and observation skills, tool recognition, and more
  • Score your highest on the physical ability test
  • Sharpen your test-taking skills with four practice exams

The fast and easy way to score your best on the firefighter exam

So you want to be a firefighter? Firefighting is an honorable and rewarding career, and it takes a lot of hard work to get started. Firefighter Exam For Dummies gives you a complete review of the most commonly tested topics given to candidates across North America, as well as tips and advice on how to pass the oral interview, psychological testing, and the physical ability test.

  • Get fired up — discover what it's like to be a firefighter, understand how the screening process works, and familiarize yourself with the firefighter exam
  • Test your smarts — get plain-English coverage of everything you can expect on the written exam — reading and verbal omprehension, verbal expression, observation and memory questions, spatial orientation, reasoning and judgment questions, mathematics, and mechanical aptitude
  • Let's get physical — find out how the physical exam works and get the lowdown on how you can get in shape before exam day
  • Put your heart and mind to the test — know what to expect during the medical and psychological exams and get tips for interviewing with a psychologist
  • Practice makes perfect — take practice exams complete with answer keys and detailed explanations

Open the book and find:

  • What it's like to be a firefighter
  • Where to look for jobs and how to fill out an application
  • Everything you need to know to pass the written and physical ability exams
  • The test format and types of questions you'll encounter
  • Tips for making an educated guess on exam day
  • Practice questions and answers for all subjects
  • Practice tests for the New York City test and the National Firefighter Selection Inventory (NFSI)

About the Author

Stacy L. Bell is responsible for the development and validation of testing instruments for Fire & Police Selection, Inc. Tracey Vasil Biscontini, founder, president, and CEO of Northeast Editing, Inc., is a test-preparation development specialist. Lindsay Rock, managing editor at Northeast Editing, Inc., is a former firefighter.

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ For Dummies; 1st edition (February 2, 2011)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 432 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0470769467
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0470769461
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.55 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.3 x 0.9 x 10.9 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 74 ratings

Customer reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars
4.2 out of 5
74 global ratings

Top reviews from the United States

Linny
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2017
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This was a truly helpful book. I felt very prepared when I took my entrance exam.
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Sean Dorobiala
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book
Reviewed in the United States on November 1, 2013
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Very helpful, need any advantage you can get in this career. Multiple practice tests, very similar to tests at departments all over the country!
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Casey Bonoyer
4.0 out of 5 stars Simple, yet effective
Reviewed in the United States on February 22, 2013
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its a *little* dumbed down (not surprising, given the title), but It has definitely been helpful in my preparations for exams. Lots of practice tests and tips on how to get ready for the testing processes.

*Edit*- I used this book heavily while preparing for the last hiring process I went through. I used the sections for the written test, the physical test, and the interview. Lo and behold, I have been offered a position on a career department!
10 people found this helpful
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Ryan vastaneda
5.0 out of 5 stars lets see
Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2015
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In very good shape, this book seems to have all the right materials lets see what happens.
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Springsteen Fan
1.0 out of 5 stars Waste of Money
Reviewed in the United States on March 3, 2013
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Took the LAFD test this morning, Nothing from the book was on the test. This book had me looking at maps on the fastest way to get to places, it also had me study tools that firefighters use, none of it was on the test. The math problems from this book were not like the ones on the test also. The mechanical section contained the most basic information and the actual test was more in depth. I would not recommend this book at all.
6 people found this helpful
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Moose
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United States on September 24, 2014
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A great book for getting started, pact full of basic info, and practice tests.
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Chris Denisco
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2015
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Great book. Very helpful for exam prep!
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spring_cleaning
4.0 out of 5 stars Good Explanations
Reviewed in the United States on August 7, 2011
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This book has very clear instructions and explanations. It's great if you need to brush up on your math and mechanics before the firefighters test.
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Amazon Customer
1.0 out of 5 stars Used book
Reviewed in Canada on September 23, 2023
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Received my book with high lighter marks in it and someone s mail. Wasn't told this was a used book
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