What does a Professional Firefighter do?

You fight fires, rescue people and respond to accidents and disasters.

What education does Professional Firefighter require?

Apprenticeship (EFZ) (54 months)

How much does a Professional Firefighter earn?

Entry ~CHF CHF 62'000, mid ~CHF CHF 78'000 per year (approximate).

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Professional firefighters extinguish fires, provide technical assistance in accidents, natural disasters and chemical incidents, and rescue people from emergencies. They maintain vehicles and equipment, train for operational scenarios and work in shifts. Physical fitness and teamwork are essential.

Entry

~CHF 62'000

CHF 5'167/Mt.

Mid

~CHF 78'000

CHF 6'500/Mt.

Senior

~CHF 95'000

CHF 7'917/Mt.

Approximate values — salaries may vary by region, employer and experience.

📚 Education

LevelApprenticeship (EFZ)

Duration54 months

Your path to Professional Firefighter

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Secondary School

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Decision

ApprenticeshipHigh SchoolSpecialized School

Apprenticeship (EFZ)

Company + vocational school

3–4 years

Optional: Vocational Baccalaureate+1 year

Opens path to UAS

Work directlyBMS during apprenticeshipBMS after apprenticeship

Career Start

Qualified professional

Starting salary: CHF 62'000/year

Academic Requirements

🔢 Mathematics5/10

🔬 Science6/10

💻 IT3/10

🔧 Manual7/10

🎨 Artistic2/10

📊 Ratings

⚖️ Work-Life-Balance5/10

🎨 Creativity4/10

🤝 Social Contact9/10

💪 Physical Demands8/10

📈 Career Growth5/10

🔮 Future Outlook6/10

🔥 Demand (current)6/10

✨ AI Risk2/10

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