Fire Department Teaches New School Subject in Berlin - Berlin School Trains Teenagers as Future Firefighters in Groundbreaking Course
A Berlin school has launched a unique elective course to teach students about firefighting and emergency response. The Alfred Nobel School in Neukölln now offers Rescue and Protect for ninth and tenth graders, marking the first programme of its kind in Germany. Officials hope it will build stronger ties between young people and the fire service while encouraging future recruits.
The course grew from Kiezgespräche, a 2023 initiative aimed at improving relations between firefighters and youth in high-risk areas. Students now learn both theory and hands-on skills, covering topics like breathing equipment, hoses, water tanks, foam, and protective clothing. Practical sessions are led by firefighters, while teachers handle classroom lessons, with students earning standard grades for their work.
The pilot programme at Alfred Nobel School combines emergency training with academic assessment. By blending theory and real-world practice, it gives students practical skills while strengthening community bonds. If successful, the model could expand to other schools in Berlin and beyond.
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