Each department has its own volunteer program, and each program slightly differs in its policies and requirements. While some require you possess a valid EMT certification prior to applying, others simply require a first responder certificate. Some departments provide this training in house and others require you attend a course. Please review the table below to determine what the requirements are for the department(s) you are applying for :

Fire Department	Must live in district	Required Certifications	Comments
Cameron Park	X	CPR	Must achieve EMT basic within 1 year of hiring date
Diamond Springs			First Responder provided by department
El Dorado County		EMT	Must achieve EMT basic within 1 year of hiring date
El Dorado Hills	X	EMT	Must have valid EMT basic to apply
Georgetown		CPR	Must achieve EMT basic within 1 year of hiring date
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Pioneer		CPR	Must achieve EMT basic within 1 year of hiring date
Rescue		CPR	Must achieve EMT basic within 1 year of hiring date