The group of cadets were shown the ropes of numerous firefighting drills on Thursday as part of the PCYC's Emergency Cadet Program.

One cadet, 14-year-old Harry White, has been a part of the program since it began early last year.

"I was looking into policing initially, so I thought this would be a good opportunity as it gives you experience with every emergency service," he said.

"It definitely makes me want to pursue volunteer work with the RFS, but communication has been the most important thing we've learned and that will definitely help with a lot of future jobs too."

Fellow cadet Natalie Evans, 17, said the program changed her outlook on the field of work.

"Firefighting wasn't something I was initially interested in, but since getting involved it's definitely helped me develop and interest in that career," she said.

"Teamwork and communication have to be the biggest things we've learnt which I think are really worthwhile skills to have in life."

Despite the traumatic bushfire season just gone, Miss Evans said it didn't put her off pursuing a career in firefighting.

"It is a little bit scary thinking about this line of work after the summer bushfires, because you can see the huge effect they have on people and communities, but at the same time, it's inspiring because you can have the opportunity to help them and do your part," she said.

Jon Morgan, an instructor for the RFS, coordinates the cadet program and said the young volunteers were paving the way for a promising future.

"At the end of this year, after this course, those over 16 will be able to fight fires on the trucks with the RFS, they will be fully qualified to do that," he said.

"There needs to be an interest in it for these kids to do so well, and some of the things they come across can be quite confronting for young people but they're responding very well.

"They enjoy the training, and they seem to be enjoying the value to the community as well."