Fire Fighting Academy

CAL FIRE Academy
The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protections (CAL FIRE) Academy is unique. No other training
facility in the world offers such diversity in training. The Academy provides a virtually unparalleled spectrum of
courses. Training is provided in fire protection, fire prevention, law enforcement, administration, resource
management, and fire crew management.
The State of California, in recognition of its responsibility to protect the people, property, and natural resources
of the state, established the CAL FIRE Academy at Ione in 1967. The current self-contained facility replaced
two training centers previously maintained by CAL FIRE at Ramona in San Diego County, and Sutter Hill in
Amador County.
Located on a 420 acre site in the rustic Sierra Nevada foothills 35 miles southeast of Sacramento, the Academy
is the finest of its kind. Each year, over 2000 CAL FIRE personnel participate in an academic curriculum
ranging from Basic Fire Control and Arson Investigation, to Leadership Development and Forest Practice
Enforcement. In addition, students from fire protection and law enforcement agencies throughout California and
the nation attend courses during the academic year.
From the outset this institution has provided innovative leadership in the areas of fire protection, law
enforcement, and resource enhancement. The CAL FIRE Academy produces students uniquely qualified to
carry out their mission through the skillful combination of educational theory and practical application.
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Firefighter Training Fact Sheet (152K PDF)

State Fire Training
The options provided on this page will assist you in getting information about fire activity within the
State. Fires occur within CAL FIRE jurisdiction on a daily basis during fire season and throughout the
year. However, the majority of fires are contained early in the fire fight and information concerning
those fires will not be posted on this website. If you would like to obtain information on CAL FIRE fire
activity in your area, please contact the CAL FIRE Unit that falls within your county as listed in CAL
FIRE Contacts.
Current Fire Information
Statistics and Events

2016 Fire Statistics
California Statewide Fire Map
Cooperative Efforts
In a State as large and populated as California, no one emergency response agency can do it all. That is why
cooperative efforts via contracts and agreements between state, federal and local agencies are essential in
response to emergencies like wildland and structure fires, floods, earthquakes, hazardous material spills, and
medical aids.
The CAL FIRE Cooperative Fire Protection Program staff are responsible for coordinating those agreements
and contracts for the Department. It is because of these cooperative efforts that you may see fire engines and
firefighters from different agencies at the scene of an emergency, working under a unified command
relationship.
It is also because of these agreements that CAL FIRE may be the department responsible for providing
dispatch, paramedic, fire, and rescue services in numerous cities and towns that are not designated as state
responsibility throughout California.
Volunteer Fire Assistance (VFA) Grant
The Volunteer Fire Assistance (VFA) Program is a Federally-funded grant program that allows California to
provide local and rural fire departments with minor firefighting, training, communications and safety equipment
for their volunteer firefighters. The VFA Program is not intended for major equipment (fire engines, vehicles,
etc) or Capital repairs. The VFA Program has a 50/50 match requirement which means that the applying
department must be able to meet the intended grant award, dollar for dollar. Awards for departments are set at
a minimum of $500 with a maximum of $20,000. Amounts may be adjusted based on the grant funding
available. For additional information please contact Megan Esfandiary atMegan.Esfandiary@fire.ca.gov or
Tanya Lange at Tanya.Lange@fire.ca.gov.
2016 VFA Solicitation Letter
2016 VFA Procedural Guide
2016 VFA Grant Application
Air Program
In support of its ground forces, the CAL FIRE emergency response air program includes 23 Grumman S-2T
1,200 gallon airtankers (one is kept as maintenance relief), 11 UH-1H Super Huey helicopters(two are kept
as maintenance relief, and 14 OV-10A airtactical aircraft (one is kept as maintenance relief). From 13 air
attack and nine helitack bases located statewide, aircraft can reach most fires within 20 minutes.
The airtactical planes fly overhead directing the airtankers and helicopters to critical areas of the fire for
retardant and water drops. The retardant used to slow or retard the spread of a fire is a slurry mix consisting of
a chemical salt compound, water, clay or a gum-thickening agent, and a coloring agent.
While both airtankers and helicopters are equipped to carry fire retardant or water, the helicopters can also
transport firefighters, equipment and injured personnel. All CAL FIRE Aircraft are strategically located
throughout the state at airbases and helicopter bases. During high fire activity, CAL FIRE may move aircraft to
better provide statewide air support.
The average annual budget of the CAL FIRE Aviation Management Program is nearly $20 million. A total of 18
CAL FIRE personnel oversee the program with an additional 130 contract employees providing mechanical,
pilot and management services to the program.
CAL FIRE's current support contractors are DynCorp and Logistics Specialties Incorporated (LSI). DynCorp
provides airtanker and airtactical plane pilot services, and all aircraft maintenance services. (All CAL FIRE
helicopters are flown by CAL FIRE pilots.) LSI provides procurement and parts management services.
Aviation Brochures
Aviation Recognition Guide (Reader-Friendly Version)

Aviation Recognition Guide (Print-Ready Version)
Aviation Tri-Fold Brochure
Mobile Equipment
CAL FIRE owns and operates over 3,000 fire and emergency response and resource protection vehicles. This
includes vehicles that are state-owned, and vehicles that are local government-owned, but operated by CAL
FIRE personnel.
CAL FIRE's mobile equipment includes everything from fire engines, bulldozers, crew carrying vehicles,
administrative vehicles, mobile kitchen units, mobile communications units, trailers, forklifts, construction
equipment, and support units, to All Terrain vehicles, snowmobiles, and even insect control vehicles.
Ensuring that CAL FIRE personnel statewide have the very best emergency response and resource protection
vehicles is the responsibility of the staff of the CAL FIRE Mobile Equipment Facility. The facility is located in
Davis, California, just outside of Sacramento. A staff of nine is responsible for design, acquisition; maintenance,
major repairs, replacement and disposal of all CAL FIRE-owned vehicles, and provides these services for local
government equipment when requested. CAL FIRE fleet managers and equipment mechanics located
statewide keep the Department's mobile fleet rolling on a daily basis.
Capability, safety and reliability are the essential requirements for all CAL FIRE equipment. Effective
preventative maintenance and repair programs assure that these requirements are met. Inspection, inventory
management, and long-range planning assures that CAL FIRE staff will always have the right vehicles, and the
best vehicles, to handle all of California's emergency and resource protection needs.
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CAL FIRE Mobile Equipment History

Fire Engines
Emergency Crew Transports (ECTs)
Crew Carrying Vehicles (CCVs)
Bulldozers
Mobile Kitchen Units
Mobile Communication Centers
Federal Excess Property
Equipment Sales
CAL FIRE Academy

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protections (CAL FIRE) Academy is unique. No other training
facility in the world offers such diversity in training. The Academy provides a virtually unparalleled spectrum of
courses. Training is provided in fire protection, fire prevention, law enforcement, administration, resource
management, and fire crew management.
The State of California, in recognition of its responsibility to protect the people, property, and natural resources
of the state, established the CAL FIRE Academy at Ione in 1967. The current self-contained facility replaced
two training centers previously maintained by CAL FIRE at Ramona in San Diego County, and Sutter Hill in
Amador County.
Located on a 420 acre site in the rustic Sierra Nevada foothills 35 miles southeast of Sacramento, the Academy
is the finest of its kind. Each year, over 2000 CAL FIRE personnel participate in an academic curriculum
ranging from Basic Fire Control and Arson Investigation, to Leadership Development and Forest Practice
Enforcement. In addition, students from fire protection and law enforcement agencies throughout California and
the nation attend courses during the academic year.
From the outset this institution has provided innovative leadership in the areas of fire protection, law
enforcement, and resource enhancement. The CAL FIRE Academy produces students uniquely qualified to
carry out their mission through the skillful combination of educational theory and practical application.
Fire Information
Cooperative Efforts
Air Program
Mobile Equipment
CAL FIRE Academy
State Fire Training
CAL FIRE AcademyMore Info
Firefighter Training Fact Sheet (152K PDF)

State Fire Training
nts Fire Science Departments LSC-CyFair Fire Science Technology Department
LSC-CyFair Fire Science Technology Department

Faculty & Staff
Web Resources
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Fire Academy Facts

The structural firefighting certificate is for students wanting to pursue entry level opportunities as fire
fighters. Interested students should contact fire science technology faculty for information regarding
application and admission to the program.
Download a printable version of the information on this page
Download a copy of the Academy Physical form
Firefighter Certification Course (August 2015 - May 2016)

The LSC-CyFair Firefighter Academy at the Barker Cypress campus will start the last week
in August 2015and runs for two (2) semesters, ending the first week in May 2016 (approximately
nine months).
You must first apply at Lone Star College-CyFair through the online application process. You must
contact the program advisor Denise Armstrong at 281.290.3474 and make an appointment to verify
you have met academic eligibility requirements.
Recruits are selected on a first come, first serve basis. There are limited slots. Registration for
the Fire Academy will begin in early April 2015. Enrollment is limited to 35 students for the day class
and 30 students for the night class.
Once the advisor has verified your eligibility to enter the program, you will be allowed to register for
the following Fire Academy classes. You MUST register for all classes listed below.
First Semester (Fall 2015)

Course
Number
Title
FIRS 1301
Firefighter Certification I
FIRS 1407
Firefighter Certification II
FIRS 1313
Firefighter Certification III
FIRS 1319
Firefighter Certification IV
FIRT 1171
Firefighter Agility & Fitness Prep
SEMESTER 1 TOTAL
Credit Hours
14
Class Times:
Day Academy: Monday through Thursday from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Night Academy: Monday through Thursday from 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Second Semester (Spring 2015)

Course
Number
Title
Credit Hours
FIRS 1423
Firefighter Certification V
FIRS 1329
Firefighter Certification VI
FIRS 1433
Firefighter Certification VII
FIRT 2171
Firefighter Agility & Fitness Prep II
FIRT/FIRS Elective
SEMESTER 2 TOTAL
15
Class Times:
Day Academy: Tuesday through Thursday from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Firefighter Training
Night Academy: Tuesday through Thursday from 5:00pm - 11:30 pm Firefighter Training
Mandatory Orientation Sessions

Mandatory Orientation Sessions will be scheduled for July 2015, with the times to be
announced in June 2015. You must attend at least one session. At these sessions, recruits will be
able to purchase uniforms and be fitted for fire fighter gear rental. Your own NFPA Structural
Firefighting Gear may be used upon our approval.
Fitness Requirements
Acceptance to the Lone Star College-CyFair Firefighter Academy requires that you be declared
physically fit by your doctor. The required physical examination form, including immunization
verification, can bedownloaded here. These forms must be submitted to the Fire Academy
Secretary by the first week of July 2015.
General Physical Fitness Recommendations:
Must be able to run 2 miles in under 18 minutes
Must be able to lift heavy objects, approximately 150 pounds
Fully participate in a required physical agility course while attending the academy
Be in good general health
Weight in proportion to height
Firefighting is very physical and every effort to be fit prior to the beginning of the Fire Academy
should be made by the candidate.
Approximate Cost
The approximate cost of the academy breaks down as follows:
Fire Tuition Testing Fees
Tuition (in-district)
Tuition (out-of-district)
$85.00
$975.00 - Fall
$1100.00 - Spring
$ 2,000.00 - Fall
$ 2,000.00 - Spring
Books
$ 450.00
Uniforms and Running Shoes
$ 500.00
Mandatory Background Check

Due in July
$35.00
Fire Fighter gear rental (9 months)
$ 750.00
(price subject to change)
*Your own NFPA Structural Firefighting Gear may be used upon our approval.
Click here for important information for Volunteer Firefighters regarding Tuition
Financial Aid
The four most common types of aid are grants, loans, scholarships and work-study. Visit the Lone
Star College-CyFair Financial Aid department to learn more, or visit the following sites.
LSC-CyFair Scholarships
Workforce Scholarships
Fastweb
Contact Veteran Affairs

Barker Cypress Campus CASA Bulding
Phone: 281.290.3200
E-mail: cfcinfo@lonestar.edu
Contact Workforce Solutions

Susan Dixon
281.644.1030 ext. 3005
susan.dixon@wrksolutions.com
Welcome to Texas Fire Academy
Texas Fire Academy provides online and hands on fire service training that is
second to none and has received praise by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection
for excellent state test averages. Over the years we have trained many students from
all over the country. Texas Fire Academy provides advanced adult on-line
educational services tailored to the fire service. By combining state of the art distance
learning paradigms with the latest in fire fighting evolutions, TFA provides the
ultimate in a fire service educational experience.
Fire Fighter Academy
Texas Fire Academy is currently running a basic fire fighter academy consisting of
on-line course work and hands-on skills days. The on-line course work allows
students to meet in a virtual learning environment created by their instructor. In each
section of the course, students can expect to interact with instructors via chat rooms,
discussion forums, email, and through other interactive media.
During this academy, students can expect to work on-line 16-20 hours a week at their
leisure. Then every two weeks cadets will report for a weekend hands on training
shift. Cadets will bunk in a working fire station and spend their time developing their
team building skills, forming study groups and performing fire fighter training
evolutions*. This valuable experience combines the traditional team approach of on
site course work with the advanced on-line environment. By combining the two
methods, Texas Fire Academy produces top quality graduates ready to face the
challenges of the fire profession.
EMS Division
Texas Fire Academy also offers Emgerency Medical Technician Courses. The EMTBasic course is a 17 week lecture based class that meets twice weekly in the evening.
Students will have the opportunity to experience clinical field training in an
Emergency Room and on a working Ambulance. Clinicals will be conducted outside of
class time in 8-12 hour shifts. All clinicals are completed before the final exam. After
completion of the course, students will be eligible to take the National Registry Exam.
This course meets the TDSHS curriculum requirements.
Advanced Courses
Texas Fire Academy also offers advanced Fire courses. Currently offered are: Driver
Operator Pumper, Fire Instructor I and II, Fire Officer I and II, Fire Inspector
I&II/Plans Examiner and Fire Investigator. These classes are completed in a
convenient online environment. The student will only need to come to the academy
for the final exam and skills evaluation on the last day in most cases**. After
completion of any of these classes, the student will be eligible to take the TCFP exam
for certification. These courses meet the NFPA and TCFP curriculum requirements.
Please see the calender link above for course start dates.
Basic Structural Fire Fighter

Course Details
Basic Fire Fighter Academy $3075.00
There is a $75.00 discount if tuition is paid by check, money order or cash.
Emergency Medical Technician - Basic

Course Details
EMT-Basic: $1175.00
There is a $25.00 discount if tution is paid by check, money order or cash.
Fire Inspector I&II/Plans Examiner

Course Details
Inspector I&II/PE: $565.00
There is a $15.oo dicsount if tuition is paid by check, money order or cash.
Driver/Operator
Course Details
Driver/Operator Course: $200.00
Fire Officer I & II

Course Details
Fire Officer Courses: $200.00
Fire Instructor I & II

Course Details
Fire Instructor Courses: $200.00
Aircraft Rescue Firefighting (ARFF)
The Washington State Fire Training Academy offers a unique training
location for aircraft rescue firefighting and is the home to the first state-of-the-art aircraft firefighting trainer in the
Pacific Northwest. The prop is equipped to provide realistic hands-on training using jet A fuel and will allow the use
of foam as an extinguishing medium.
The ARFF facility meets all of the requirements for providing FAA airport A BC- DE certification. In addition, the
program meets the Canadian Aviation Regulation 323.14.
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ARFF Training
No classes are being offered at this time
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Cooperative Courses
Most cooperative classes are scheduled on the weekends. Class rosters must be received by the Fire Training
Academy no later than five working daysprior to the start of the class if certificates of completion are needed on
class day. The maximum size of the class is limited to 25 unless authorized by the Fire Training Academy. All excess
students will be billed for.
Participating departments must provide a minimum of one instructor for each five students. Co-Op instructors must
have successfully completed the class as a student, attended a Train-the-Trainer program for the course being
taught, and participated as an instructor within the last 12-months at the Fire Training Academy.
Cooperative Course Quick Links
Important Notice
The department is responsible for providing at least one individual to act as an instructor support
person to fill air bottles. This person must be trained by the Fire Training Academy maintenance staff and
cannot be a course participant. If it is impossible for you to provide a support person, please let the Fire
Training Academy know in advance and we will arrange for a support person at an additional fee, which will
be added to your course cost.
Each department sending participants is responsible to make sure that air bottles are within current
hydrostatic testing standards and that all protective equipment meets current NFPA standards set forth in
WAC 296-305. All co-op classes are responsible for cleaning up the classroom and the drill grounds after
their class. This includes policing the area for garbage, putting equipment away, tagging broken items, etc.
Cancellations
The Fire Training Academy must be notified in writing five (5) working days prior to the scheduled
start date of the course or the full student fee will be assessed.
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Fire Service Training Courses
The Fire Training Academy provides fire service training courses for fire department fire fighting and also facilitates
various cooperative coursesavailable to fire department trainers.
Fire Service Training Quick Links
Important Notice
Students attending Academy classes with fire applications are required to have met all training
requirements for live fire training listed in NFPA Standard 1403. All students and instructors shall have full
protective clothing, safety equipment and self-contained breathing apparatus that meet NFPA standards.
SCBA air cylinders must have a current hydrostatic test date.
Registration Information
Payment in the form of a check or money order is due the morning of the first day of class.
Payment by purchase order or invoice is also accepted for organizations and companies. Checks should be
made payable to Washington State Patrol.
Mail or FAX completed Registration Form to the Fire Training Academy.
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Fire Department Fire Fighting Courses & Schedules
Fire Control 1 (BTL)
This 8-hour program introduces new firefighters to fire development theory as well as water
application principals in order to effectively extinguish interior Class A fires. It is a program, which provides
firefighters with the skills necessary to function as the nozzle operator of an interior fire attack team.
Firefighters will work in a variety of fire situations utilizing direct, indirect and combination water application
techniques. This curriculum meets WAC 296-305-05501 (2), and NFPA 1001 Fire Fighter I performance
requirements.
Fire Control 1 Course & Schedule
Flammable Liquids 1 (PFE) FLC-001
This 8-hour course will supplement a firefighter's knowledge of basic hose handling, firefighting
equipment, portable extinguishers and extinguishing agents. It introduces the attacks and procedures
required to safely control and extinguish flammable fuel fires, covering properties, and behavior of
flammable liquids in bulk, fire extinguishing agents, safety, tactics, communications, and environmental
concerns. The six hour application session includes fireground experience on selected props. Students will
participate in field exercises utilizing specially designed mockups of automobiles burning at a street curb and
portable extinguisher props.
Flammable Liquids 1 Course & Schedule
Flammable Liquids 2 (Foam) FLC-002
This 8-hour program will provide the students the basic properties of fire fighting foam and the
application methods used to control and combat class B liquid fires. The students will also participate in
controlling live fires on several simulated flammable liquid props.
Flammable Liquids 3 (LPG) FLC-003
During this 8-hour program the students will be taught the basic properties of liquefied petroleum
gasses, L.P.G. powered vehicle fuel systems, storage tanks and the safety features built into them, detecting
leaks, product identification and basic tactics for L.P.G. emergencies. The students will also participate in
controlling live fires on a simulated storage tank; and a L.P.G. fill station.
Search and Rescue 1 SRC-001

This 8-hour course provides the basic skills needed for a firefighter to function efficiently during
interior search and rescue missions using self contained breathing apparatus. The class emphasizes the
basic functions of a search team in locating and removing victims. It will cover techniques on how to perform
a primary and secondary search in occupancies as well as emergency procedures firefighters must initiate
should they become separated from the search team or become disoriented.
Search and Rescue 1 Course & Schedule
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Hazardous Materials Training
The Hazardous Materials Training Unit provides hazardous materials training to first
responders throughout the state of Washington. As described in RCW 70.136.030, the Washington State Patrol is
designated as the Incident Command Agency in any hazardous materials incident on or along any state route or
interstate freeway corridors, as well as within any jurisdiction that has not designated an incident command agency.
The Washington State Patrol is also directed by RCW 70.136.035 to provide assistance at the scene of hazardous
materials incidents where a separate agency is designated as the incident command agency.
Hazardous Materials Awareness, Operations, Technician, Chemistry, and On-Scene Incident Command training is
funded by a federal grant from theHazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness (HMEP) program.
HazMat Weekly Digest

The HazMat section compiles lists of links to resources you might find helpful or informational. For previous digests,
contact Deputy State Fire Marshal Scott Lancaster at Scott.Lancaster@wsp.wa.gov.
January 31, 2016
December 14, 2015
August 24, 2015
April 15, 2015
HazMat Quick Links
Registration Fees, Meals & Lodging

There is no cost to attend any of these classes. Meals and lodging at the WSP and Fire Training
Academy will be paid for as part of these programs. At all other locations where classes are held, meals and
lodging will be the responsibility of the student.
Training Prerequisites
A minimum of Hazardous Materials Operations is required for attendance to the On-Scene Incident
Command, the Train-the-Trainer Awareness & Operations, and the Technician courses.
HazMat Contact Information

For course content or registration information, contact Deputy State Fire Marshal Scott Lancaster at
(360) 596-3930, or by email at Scott.Lancaster@wsp.wa.gov.
HazMat Registration Form
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Awareness-Operations Train the Trainer
Chemistry for Emergency Response
Hazmat IQ/ Above the Line/Below the Line
Hazardous Materials Awareness
Hazardous Materials On-Scene Incident Command
Hazardous Materials Operations
Hazardous Materials Technician
Hazmat Safety Officer
Marine Fire Fighting Courses
The Washington State Fire Training Academy in North Bend, Washington,
provides an STCW Marine Firefighting course.
The marine firefighting mock-up is designed as a mixture of a steam engine room and diesel room. It is intended to
provide training for bilge fire, fuel line failure fires, boiler fires, fuel tank overflow fires, and engine room access
procedures.
Marine Firefighting Quick Links
Payment in the form of a check or money order id sue the morning of the first day of class. Payment by
purchase order or invoice is also accepted for organizations and companies. Checks should be made
payable to Washington State Patrol.
Cancellations
A full refund will be provided if the Fire Training Academy receives a written request for cancellation at least
five working days prior to the scheduled start day.
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Student Identity Verification
In compliance with NMC Policy Letter 11-02, July 2002, each school is required to verify the identity of its
students by one of the following forms of photo identification:
U.S. Coast Guard issued Merchant Mariner Document (MMD)

U.S. Coast Guard issued STCW 95 certificate (with photograph)
STCW 95 certificate (with photograph) issued by a foreign country
U.S. Passport (unexpired or expired)
Unexpired foreign passport
United States Armed Forces identification card
Identification card issued by federal, state, or local government agencies, provided it contains a photograph
Driver's license or identification card issued by a state or U.S. possession, provided it contains a photograph
Permanent Resident Card or Alien Registration Receipt with photograph (INS Form I-151 or I-551)
Unexpired Employment Authorization Document issued by the INS which contains a photograph (INS Form I688B)
A photo-static copy of the identification shall be made, and kept with, the student's training record. Students who
refuse or are unable to provide the required identification (as described above) will not be allowed to participate
in the training, nor be issued a course completion certificate.
U.S. Coast Guard Approved - STCW Marine Firefighting Courses & Schedule
Basic Marine Firefighting - MFC-013

This 17.5-hour course aims to provide the training for candidates in fire prevention and firefighting in
accordance with the 1995 STCW Convention Chapter VI, Section A-VI/1, paragraph 2 and Table A-VI/1-2.
On meeting the minimum standard of competence in fire prevention and fire fighting, a trainee will be
competent to take appropriate measures for the safety of personnel and of the ship and to use fire
appliances correctly. The trainee will also have knowledge of fire prevention.
Advanced Marine Firefighting - MFC-014

This 32-hour course is designed for all seafarers with safety or pollution prevention duties. This course
covers the training required by STCW Section A-VI/3, as outlined in Table A-VI/3, Annex Two of the
International Maritime Organizations (IMO) Resolution A.437 (XI) "Training of Crews in Firefighting" and the
Code of Federal Regulations (CFR).
Prerequisite: Certification of Completion from a qualified "Basic Marine Firefighting Course."
Combined Basic & Advanced Marine Firefighting
This 49.5 hour course is designed to meet the needs of those students desiring to obtain certificates of
completion for both the Basic and Advanced Marine Firefighting.
Additional Private Marine Firefighting Courses
Self Contained Breathing Apparatus - MFC-005
This 4-hour course deals with types of self contained breathing apparatus, donning, doffing, maintenance,
and care of the unit. This course does not meet NFPA standards and is only intended as an introduction. No
prequisites.
Live Fire Team Training - MFC-008

This 8-hour course provides the opportunity for emergency response teams to combat live class (A) alpha
and or class (B) bravo fires. It is recommended that personnel attending this course be members of an
organized emergency response team. All personnel attending will be rotated through the assorted positions
on a fire party during the training day. Instructors will observe and critique the actions of the team at the end
of each drill sequence. No prequisites.
Industrial Fire Brigades - IFC-003
This 24-hour course conducted over three days is specifically designed to meet the NFPA standards for
industrial fire brigades. It provides step-by-step instructions for the prevention or control of fires and
emergencies in the industrial work environment. This course is outlined to produce a competent individual
who can function as a trained member of an industrial brigade emergency response organization. It teaches
the same Firefighter 1 methodology employed by municipal fire departments and assumes participation in a
tiered system.
The program offers instruction in fire safety, fire science behavior, response of fire brigades, mutual aid,
capabilities, and limitations of extinguishing agents and equipment, hazard control, restoration of operations,
self contained breathing apparatus, and search and rescue procedures. Practical applications of classroom
principals are taught in several challenging fire ground applications. No prequisites.
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Open Enrollment Courses
To check for other available training dates, contact the Fire Training Academy.
Open Enrollment Quick Links
Cancellation Policy - The Fire Training Academy must be notified in writing five (5) working days prior to the
scheduled start date of the test/classes or the full student fee will be assessed.
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Open Enrollment Courses & Schedules
2016 Master Schedule (By Month)
2016 Master Schedule (By Class)
Advanced Pump Operator Academy (KC Pump Class)
Fire Control 1
Firefighter 1-2
Firefighter 1
Firefighter 2
Fire Instructor 1
Fire Instructor 2
Fire Officer 1
Fire Officer 2
Flammable Liquids 1 (PFE)
Flammable Liquids 2 (Foam)
Flammable Liquids 3 (LPG)
HazMat Awareness and Operations
Search & Rescue 1
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Washington State Fire Training Academy Courses
The Washington State Fire Training Academy (FTA) in North Bend, Washington,
provides Washington State accredited training courses. These training courses have been reviewed and approved by
the Washington State Patrol Fire Marshals Office. Course schedule and registration information is provided below.
FTA Courses Quick Links
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Fire Training Academy Courses, Schedules & Tuition
Recruit Academy Tuition & Schedule
Firefighter 1 (FRS 101)
Firefighter 1 & 2 (FRS-102)
The first 10-weeks of the Firefighter 1 program will provide comprehensive training in all aspects of basic
firefighting skills. It is designed to prepare and train recruits to meet those skills established by the fire
departments as entry-level. Knowledge obtained from classroom instruction is transferred to fire-ground
application during many hours of live fire training. This course meets all requirements for Firefighter 1 and
Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations levels based on NFPA Standard 1001, Firefighter Professional
Qualifications, 2008 edition and NFPA 472, Hazardous Materials for First Responders, 2008 edition.
Personnel desiring to attain the advanced level of Firefighter 2 can opt for an additional two weeks of training
immediately following the basic Firefighter 1 Program. The 12-week course meets all the requirements for
Firefighter 1, Firefighter 2, Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations certification.
Those individuals not opting to complete the final two weeks of the 12-week program will be required to attend
the regular 80-hour Firefighter 2 course, when required.
These courses are credited through the Washington State certification process and recruits shall receive a
certificate with IFSAC seal from the Fire Protection Bureau upon successful demonstration of skills through an
evaluation process.
For additional information on the schedule and course requirements please read:
Firefighter 1 & 2 Course Announcement
Firefighter 1 - Skill Sheets
Hazardous Materials Operations Skill Sheets
Firefighter 2 (FRS-102)
The purpose of this program is to identify emergency service personnel whom demonstrate competency in the
performance requirements necessary to perform the duties of a firefighter beyond the Firefighter 1 level. Firefighters
will receive training in IMS, fire inspection principles, company level fire investigations, incident reporting, live fire
control, technical rescue and auto extrication based on the NFPA Standard 1001, Firefighter Professional
Qualifications, 2008 edition.
This course is accredited through the Washington State certification process and recruits shall receive a certificate
with IFSAC seal from the Fire Protection Bureau upon successful demonstration of skills through an evaluation
process.
Firefighter 2 Course Announcement
Basic Firefighter 1 (BFF-102)

The Basic Firefighter 1 program provides comprehensive training in all aspects of basic firefighting skills. It is
designed for those volunteer firefighters who wish to be trained to the NFPA Firefighter 1 and Hazardous Materials
Awareness and Operations level and are unable to attend the 12-week program. Attendees will receive basic training
in fire control, search and rescue, ladders, loss control, self-contained breathing apparatus, fire ground safety, tools,
equipment and hazardous materials awareness and operations.
process.
Basic Firefighter Course Announcement
Fire Inspector 1 (FIC-001)

This 72-hour program provides students with the concepts of fire inspections. The course includes inspector
Duties and Authority, Standards, Codes and Permits, Fire Behavior, Building Construction, Means of Egress,
Water Supply Systems, Fire Suppression Systems, Fire Detection and Alarm Systems, Fire Hazard Recognition,
Site Access, hazardous Materials, Plans Review and Field Verifications and Inspection Procedures.
This course meets the competency standards established by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
1031, Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fore Inspector and Plan Examiner, 2009 edition.
This course is accredited through the Washington State certification process and recruits shall receive a
evaluation process.
Inspector 1 Skill Sheets
Fire Instructor 1 (INR-101)

This 24-hour course prepares fire service personnel to deliver instruction from a prepared lesson plan. Additional
areas of responsibility will include assembling course materials, using instructional aides and evaluation tools,
reviewing and adapting lesson plans to meet the needs of individual students or groups, organizing the teaching
environment and providing a safe learning environment. The class will also cover the methods used to prepare
and maintain training records in accordance with requirements and local standards.
1041 Standard for Fire Service Instructor Professional Qualifications, Instructor 1.
evaluation process.
Fire Instructor 1 Announcement
Fire Instructor 1 Skill Sheets

This 24-hour program uses an intensive instructional methodology program to prepare the participant for
planning and developing all aspects of course curriculum. The course also includes needs analysis, task
analysis, course goals and objectives, lesson plan development, instructional support materials and evaluation
instruments.
This course meets the competency standards established by the National Fire Protection Association(NFPA)
evaluation process.
Fire Instructor 2 Course Announcement
Fire Officer 1 (FOC-001)

This 40-hour program focuses on reviewing reference materials to meet National Fire Protection Association
(NFPA) 1021 Standard Fire Officer Qualifications, 2003 Edition. Course materials will cover ways to effectively
manage human resources; community/public relations; fire department organizations and administration,
including budgets, reports, and planning; fire inspection, investigation, and public education, emergency
operations and safety.
evaluation process.
Fire Officer 1 Course Announcement

Fire Officer 1 Skill Sheets

This 40-hour program focuses on reviewing reference materials needed to meet National Fire Protection
Association (NFPA) 1021 Standard Fire Officer Qualifications, 2003 Edition. Course materials will cover human
resource management, managing affirmative action, government agencies, supervisor and subordinate
interactions, the budgetary process, information management systems, health and safety, fire safety inspection,
public fire education, specialized fire protection equipment, organizational communications, strategic planning
and tactics.
evaluation process.
Aircraft Rescue Firefighting (ARFF)
The Washington State Fire Training Academy offers a unique training
location for aircraft rescue firefighting and is the home to the first state-of-the-art aircraft firefighting trainer in the
Pacific Northwest. The prop is equipped to provide realistic hands-on training using jet A fuel and will allow the use
of foam as an extinguishing medium.
The ARFF facility meets all of the requirements for providing FAA airport A BC- DE certification. In addition, the
program meets the Canadian Aviation Regulation 323.14.
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Cooperative Courses
Most cooperative classes are scheduled on the weekends. Class rosters must be received by the Fire Training
Academy no later than five working daysprior to the start of the class if certificates of completion are needed on
class day. The maximum size of the class is limited to 25 unless authorized by the Fire Training Academy. All excess
students will be billed for.
Participating departments must provide a minimum of one instructor for each five students. Co-Op instructors must
have successfully completed the class as a student, attended a Train-the-Trainer program for the course being
taught, and participated as an instructor within the last 12-months at the Fire Training Academy.
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Important Notice
The department is responsible for providing at least one individual to act as an instructor support
person to fill air bottles. This person must be trained by the Fire Training Academy maintenance staff and
cannot be a course participant. If it is impossible for you to provide a support person, please let the Fire
Training Academy know in advance and we will arrange for a support person at an additional fee, which will
be added to your course cost.
Each department sending participants is responsible to make sure that air bottles are within current
hydrostatic testing standards and that all protective equipment meets current NFPA standards set forth in
WAC 296-305. All co-op classes are responsible for cleaning up the classroom and the drill grounds after
their class. This includes policing the area for garbage, putting equipment away, tagging broken items, etc.
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Fire Service Training Courses
The Fire Training Academy provides fire service training courses for fire department fire fighting and also facilitates
various cooperative coursesavailable to fire department trainers.
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Important Notice
Students attending Academy classes with fire applications are required to have met all training
requirements for live fire training listed in NFPA Standard 1403. All students and instructors shall have full
protective clothing, safety equipment and self-contained breathing apparatus that meet NFPA standards.
SCBA air cylinders must have a current hydrostatic test date.
Payment in the form of a check or money order is due the morning of the first day of class.
Payment by purchase order or invoice is also accepted for organizations and companies. Checks should be
made payable to Washington State Patrol.
Mail or FAX completed Registration Form to the Fire Training Academy.
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Fire Department Fire Fighting Courses & Schedules
Fire Control 1 (BTL)
This 8-hour program introduces new firefighters to fire development theory as well as water
application principals in order to effectively extinguish interior Class A fires. It is a program, which provides
firefighters with the skills necessary to function as the nozzle operator of an interior fire attack team.
Firefighters will work in a variety of fire situations utilizing direct, indirect and combination water application
techniques. This curriculum meets WAC 296-305-05501 (2), and NFPA 1001 Fire Fighter I performance
requirements.
Fire Control 1 Course & Schedule
Flammable Liquids 1 (PFE) FLC-001
This 8-hour course will supplement a firefighter's knowledge of basic hose handling, firefighting
equipment, portable extinguishers and extinguishing agents. It introduces the attacks and procedures
required to safely control and extinguish flammable fuel fires, covering properties, and behavior of
flammable liquids in bulk, fire extinguishing agents, safety, tactics, communications, and environmental
concerns. The six hour application session includes fireground experience on selected props. Students will
participate in field exercises utilizing specially designed mockups of automobiles burning at a street curb and
portable extinguisher props.
Flammable Liquids 2 (Foam) FLC-002

This 8-hour program will provide the students the basic properties of fire fighting foam and the
application methods used to control and combat class B liquid fires. The students will also participate in
controlling live fires on several simulated flammable liquid props.
Flammable Liquids 3 (LPG) FLC-003

During this 8-hour program the students will be taught the basic properties of liquefied petroleum
gasses, L.P.G. powered vehicle fuel systems, storage tanks and the safety features built into them, detecting
leaks, product identification and basic tactics for L.P.G. emergencies. The students will also participate in
controlling live fires on a simulated storage tank; and a L.P.G. fill station.
Search and Rescue 1 SRC-001

This 8-hour course provides the basic skills needed for a firefighter to function efficiently during
interior search and rescue missions using self contained breathing apparatus. The class emphasizes the
basic functions of a search team in locating and removing victims. It will cover techniques on how to perform
a primary and secondary search in occupancies as well as emergency procedures firefighters must initiate
should they become separated from the search team or become disoriented.
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The Hazardous Materials Training Unit provides hazardous materials training to first
responders throughout the state of Washington. As described in RCW 70.136.030, the Washington State Patrol is
designated as the Incident Command Agency in any hazardous materials incident on or along any state route or
interstate freeway corridors, as well as within any jurisdiction that has not designated an incident command agency.
The Washington State Patrol is also directed by RCW 70.136.035 to provide assistance at the scene of hazardous
materials incidents where a separate agency is designated as the incident command agency.
Hazardous Materials Awareness, Operations, Technician, Chemistry, and On-Scene Incident Command training is
funded by a federal grant from theHazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness (HMEP) program.
HazMat Weekly Digest
The HazMat section compiles lists of links to resources you might find helpful or informational. For previous digests,
contact Deputy State Fire Marshal Scott Lancaster at Scott.Lancaster@wsp.wa.gov.
January 31, 2016
December 14, 2015
August 24, 2015
April 15, 2015
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Registration Fees, Meals & Lodging
There is no cost to attend any of these classes. Meals and lodging at the WSP and Fire Training
Academy will be paid for as part of these programs. At all other locations where classes are held, meals and
lodging will be the responsibility of the student.
Training Prerequisites
A minimum of Hazardous Materials Operations is required for attendance to the On-Scene Incident
Command, the Train-the-Trainer Awareness & Operations, and the Technician courses.
HazMat Contact Information

For course content or registration information, contact Deputy State Fire Marshal Scott Lancaster at
(360) 596-3930, or by email at Scott.Lancaster@wsp.wa.gov.
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Marine Fire Fighting Courses
The Washington State Fire Training Academy in North Bend, Washington,
provides an STCW Marine Firefighting course.

The marine firefighting mock-up is designed as a mixture of a steam engine room and diesel room. It is intended to
provide training for bilge fire, fuel line failure fires, boiler fires, fuel tank overflow fires, and engine room access
procedures.
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Payment in the form of a check or money order id sue the morning of the first day of class. Payment by
purchase order or invoice is also accepted for organizations and companies. Checks should be made
payable to Washington State Patrol.
Cancellations
A full refund will be provided if the Fire Training Academy receives a written request for cancellation at least
five working days prior to the scheduled start day.
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Student Identity Verification
In compliance with NMC Policy Letter 11-02, July 2002, each school is required to verify the identity of its
students by one of the following forms of photo identification:
U.S. Coast Guard issued Merchant Mariner Document (MMD)

U.S. Coast Guard issued STCW 95 certificate (with photograph)
STCW 95 certificate (with photograph) issued by a foreign country
U.S. Passport (unexpired or expired)
Unexpired foreign passport
United States Armed Forces identification card
Identification card issued by federal, state, or local government agencies, provided it contains a photograph
Driver's license or identification card issued by a state or U.S. possession, provided it contains a photograph
Permanent Resident Card or Alien Registration Receipt with photograph (INS Form I-151 or I-551)
Unexpired Employment Authorization Document issued by the INS which contains a photograph (INS Form I688B)
A photo-static copy of the identification shall be made, and kept with, the student's training record. Students who
refuse or are unable to provide the required identification (as described above) will not be allowed to participate
in the training, nor be issued a course completion certificate.
U.S. Coast Guard Approved - STCW Marine Firefighting Courses & Schedule
Basic Marine Firefighting - MFC-013

This 17.5-hour course aims to provide the training for candidates in fire prevention and firefighting in
accordance with the 1995 STCW Convention Chapter VI, Section A-VI/1, paragraph 2 and Table A-VI/1-2.
On meeting the minimum standard of competence in fire prevention and fire fighting, a trainee will be
competent to take appropriate measures for the safety of personnel and of the ship and to use fire
appliances correctly. The trainee will also have knowledge of fire prevention.
Advanced Marine Firefighting - MFC-014

This 32-hour course is designed for all seafarers with safety or pollution prevention duties. This course
covers the training required by STCW Section A-VI/3, as outlined in Table A-VI/3, Annex Two of the
International Maritime Organizations (IMO) Resolution A.437 (XI) "Training of Crews in Firefighting" and the
Code of Federal Regulations (CFR).
Prerequisite: Certification of Completion from a qualified "Basic Marine Firefighting Course."
Combined Basic & Advanced Marine Firefighting
This 49.5 hour course is designed to meet the needs of those students desiring to obtain certificates of
completion for both the Basic and Advanced Marine Firefighting.
Additional Private Marine Firefighting Courses
Self Contained Breathing Apparatus - MFC-005
This 4-hour course deals with types of self contained breathing apparatus, donning, doffing, maintenance,
and care of the unit. This course does not meet NFPA standards and is only intended as an introduction. No
prequisites.
Live Fire Team Training - MFC-008

This 8-hour course provides the opportunity for emergency response teams to combat live class (A) alpha
and or class (B) bravo fires. It is recommended that personnel attending this course be members of an
organized emergency response team. All personnel attending will be rotated through the assorted positions
on a fire party during the training day. Instructors will observe and critique the actions of the team at the end
of each drill sequence. No prequisites.
Industrial Fire Brigades - IFC-003
This 24-hour course conducted over three days is specifically designed to meet the NFPA standards for
industrial fire brigades. It provides step-by-step instructions for the prevention or control of fires and
emergencies in the industrial work environment. This course is outlined to produce a competent individual
who can function as a trained member of an industrial brigade emergency response organization. It teaches
the same Firefighter 1 methodology employed by municipal fire departments and assumes participation in a
tiered system.
The program offers instruction in fire safety, fire science behavior, response of fire brigades, mutual aid,
capabilities, and limitations of extinguishing agents and equipment, hazard control, restoration of operations,
self contained breathing apparatus, and search and rescue procedures. Practical applications of classroom
principals are taught in several challenging fire ground applications. No prequisites.
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Open Enrollment Courses
To check for other available training dates, contact the Fire Training Academy.
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Cancellation Policy - The Fire Training Academy must be notified in writing five (5) working days prior to the
scheduled start date of the test/classes or the full student fee will be assessed.
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Advanced Pump Operator Academy (KC Pump Class)
Fire Control 1
Firefighter 1-2
Firefighter 1
Firefighter 2
Fire Instructor 1
Fire Instructor 2
Fire Officer 1
Fire Officer 2
Flammable Liquids 1 (PFE)
Flammable Liquids 2 (Foam)
Flammable Liquids 3 (LPG)
HazMat Awareness and Operations
Search & Rescue 1
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Washington State Fire Training Academy Courses
The Washington State Fire Training Academy (FTA) in North Bend, Washington,
provides Washington State accredited training courses. These training courses have been reviewed and approved by
the Washington State Patrol Fire Marshals Office. Course schedule and registration information is provided below.
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Firefighter 1 (FRS 101)
Firefighter 1 & 2 (FRS-102)
The first 10-weeks of the Firefighter 1 program will provide comprehensive training in all aspects of basic
firefighting skills. It is designed to prepare and train recruits to meet those skills established by the fire
departments as entry-level. Knowledge obtained from classroom instruction is transferred to fire-ground
application during many hours of live fire training. This course meets all requirements for Firefighter 1 and
Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations levels based on NFPA Standard 1001, Firefighter Professional
Qualifications, 2008 edition and NFPA 472, Hazardous Materials for First Responders, 2008 edition.
Personnel desiring to attain the advanced level of Firefighter 2 can opt for an additional two weeks of training
immediately following the basic Firefighter 1 Program. The 12-week course meets all the requirements for
Firefighter 1, Firefighter 2, Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations certification.
Those individuals not opting to complete the final two weeks of the 12-week program will be required to attend
the regular 80-hour Firefighter 2 course, when required.
These courses are credited through the Washington State certification process and recruits shall receive a
evaluation process.
Firefighter 1 & 2 Course Announcement

Firefighter 2 (FRS-102)
The purpose of this program is to identify emergency service personnel whom demonstrate competency in the
performance requirements necessary to perform the duties of a firefighter beyond the Firefighter 1 level. Firefighters
will receive training in IMS, fire inspection principles, company level fire investigations, incident reporting, live fire
control, technical rescue and auto extrication based on the NFPA Standard 1001, Firefighter Professional
Qualifications, 2008 edition.
process.
Firefighter 2 Course Announcement
Basic Firefighter 1 (BFF-102)

The Basic Firefighter 1 program provides comprehensive training in all aspects of basic firefighting skills. It is
designed for those volunteer firefighters who wish to be trained to the NFPA Firefighter 1 and Hazardous Materials
Awareness and Operations level and are unable to attend the 12-week program. Attendees will receive basic training
in fire control, search and rescue, ladders, loss control, self-contained breathing apparatus, fire ground safety, tools,
equipment and hazardous materials awareness and operations.
process.
Basic Firefighter Course Announcement

Fire Inspector 1 (FIC-001)

This 72-hour program provides students with the concepts of fire inspections. The course includes inspector
Duties and Authority, Standards, Codes and Permits, Fire Behavior, Building Construction, Means of Egress,
Water Supply Systems, Fire Suppression Systems, Fire Detection and Alarm Systems, Fire Hazard Recognition,
Site Access, hazardous Materials, Plans Review and Field Verifications and Inspection Procedures.
1031, Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fore Inspector and Plan Examiner, 2009 edition.
evaluation process.
Inspector 1 Skill Sheets

This 24-hour course prepares fire service personnel to deliver instruction from a prepared lesson plan. Additional
areas of responsibility will include assembling course materials, using instructional aides and evaluation tools,
reviewing and adapting lesson plans to meet the needs of individual students or groups, organizing the teaching
environment and providing a safe learning environment. The class will also cover the methods used to prepare
and maintain training records in accordance with requirements and local standards.
evaluation process.
Fire Instructor 1 Announcement
This 24-hour program uses an intensive instructional methodology program to prepare the participant for
planning and developing all aspects of course curriculum. The course also includes needs analysis, task
analysis, course goals and objectives, lesson plan development, instructional support materials and evaluation
instruments.
This course meets the competency standards established by the National Fire Protection Association(NFPA)
evaluation process.
Fire Instructor 2 Course Announcement

This 40-hour program focuses on reviewing reference materials to meet National Fire Protection Association
(NFPA) 1021 Standard Fire Officer Qualifications, 2003 Edition. Course materials will cover ways to effectively
manage human resources; community/public relations; fire department organizations and administration,
including budgets, reports, and planning; fire inspection, investigation, and public education, emergency
operations and safety.
evaluation process.

This 40-hour program focuses on reviewing reference materials needed to meet National Fire Protection
Association (NFPA) 1021 Standard Fire Officer Qualifications, 2003 Edition. Course materials will cover human
resource management, managing affirmative action, government agencies, supervisor and subordinate
interactions, the budgetary process, information management systems, health and safety, fire safety inspection,
public fire education, specialized fire protection equipment, organizational communications, strategic planning
and tactics.
evaluation process.
12 Weeks to Great Credentials
If you're looking for a hot job in municipal or industrial firefighting, this

is the place to start. This unique and comprehensive program prepares you for entry-level positions in the fire
service.
Our program curriculumexceeds National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) requirements including more practice
runs and hands-on activities.
As well, this programs is International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC)and ProBoard accredited giving
you the prerequisites to other NFPA professional standards training.
Time in the classroom is supplemented with live field training plus Lakeland College's emergency training centre labs.
Youll learn skills beyond fighting structure fires including dangerous goods response and wild land fires. Currently
Lakeland offers several intakes every year. See our platoon schedule for more details.
Last updated on Mon, 11 Apr 2016
Curriculum
Credits
FF
105
NFPA 1001 Level I
10
This basic level course provides students with the knowledge and skills to function as an integral member of a
fire department team under direct supervision in hostile environments. It includes the minimum knowledge and
skill requirements for career and volunteer fire fighters whose duties involve primarily structural fire fighting.
FF
111
NFPA 472 Dangerous Goods Awareness
Identify situations where dangerous goods are present; identify dangerous goods by name, UN/NA identification
number or type placard applied; determine fire, explosion and health hazard information for each material; learn
necessary actions to protect yourself and others and to control access to the scene and current edition of the
North American Emergency Response Guidebook; identify appropriate initial notifications and how to make
them consistent with local emergency response plans or the organization's standard operating procedures.
FF
113
Fire Apparatus Driving & Maintenance
Designed to provide opportunity for students with knowledge in firefighting to gain confidence in operating fire
department pumpers. Drill exercises designed to impart practical experiences in effectively deploying pumping
equipment under conditions often encountered on the fire ground. Prerequisites: FFTS-S400, FFTS-S500, valid
driver's license and airbrake endorsement.
FF
205
NFPA 1001 Level II
Builds on knowledge and skills gained in FF 105 and equips the student to function as an integral member of a
team of equally or less experienced firefighters under general supervision. When engaged in hazardous
activities, a person at this level of training maintains direct communication with a supervisor. As well as further
knowledge and skills of structural firefighting, also covers basic vehicle extrication and rescue techniques.
Prerequisite: FF 105.
FF
208
NFPA 1051 Wildland Fire Fighter Level I
Gives basic knowledge and skills to combat a wildfire and to protect structures in wildland settings threatened
by fire. Work as a member of a team under direct supervision. Includes basic fire behaviour, firefighter safety,
backfire and burnout techniques, water and foam delivery systems, and air operations safety.
FF
211
NFPA 472 Dangerous Goods Operations
Basic knowledge and skills to predict behaviour of dangerous goods and their containers. This is the only way
the potential harm to life, environment and property can be estimated. Learn to plan a response, protect
themselves and their equipment from contamination, implement the response, monitor the incident, and
evaluate the progress of the response. Prerequisite: FF 111.
Admission Requirements
Minimum age 18
High school diploma with a minimum of 50% in:
English 30-1 or English 30-2
Math 20-3
One of any Grade 11 Science
Class 5 or equivalent driver's license. Airbrake endorsement is strongly recommended.
An official high school transcript must be sent directly to Lakeland College.
Medical clearance. Please see the medical clearance form (pdf). Further instructions will be provided after
we receive your application and supporting documents. Cost of this exam is the responsibility of the applicant.
The medical release form is valid for one year.
Notes:
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If you don't have a high school diploma, you may be considered through our special admission policy.
Please note that fire departments may require graduates to have a high school diploma.
If you aren't from Alberta, please see provincial subject equivalencies for the English, math and science
course equivalents.
If you have a Graduated Drivers License (GDL), you may apply to the program, but must have an
unrestricted Class 5 license to be accepted into the program.
Graduation Requirements
Students who complete the requirements will be awarded a Certificate of Achievement - Fire Fighter.
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More than 300,000 professional firefighters work in the United States.

The Labor Department reports that more than 90 percent of all
professional firefighters work for local government. As a firefighter,
youll fight active fires or make emergency medical calls as a result of
accidental injury or disasters. Firefighters save lives and millions of
dollars a year in property damage.
If you want to learn how to become a fireman, the fastest way to really
learn about the job is to speak with a local firefighter. All firefighters
undergo post-secondary school training, either in a technical school,
college, or firefighting academy. Since each state and fire agency sets
its own hiring qualifications, one of the best places to learn about
requirements is at the local firehouse.
While education and training varies across the land, lets look at a
common path into the profession, exploring each stage:
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STEP ONEVOLUNTEER
FOR THE TRADE
If you ask a local how to become a firefighter, many will tell you they
started as a volunteer. Departments will often have openings for
people to do a wide range of volunteer services, including community
service. You may help around the station or staff a table at a
community fair. A voluntary role not only will help you build vital
professional contacts in the field, but also introduce yourself to the
local firefighting community. This connection may prove indispensable
in entering this a highly competitive field.
STEP TWOFIND CPR

TRAINING AND GET FIT
2
Firefighters work long hours under stressful conditions. They are
typically more physically fit than people in professions other than law
enforcement or athletics. Get in shape. Youll be required to pass a
strenuous physical examination at the time you apply for work as a
firefighter.
Find a CPR class at the American Red Cross or other agency offering
training. Holding a Red Cross card can boost your chances of going on
ride-along exercises with the firefighting team or handling physical
duties around the station. If you can take full EMT training while you
work as a volunteer, youll have even stronger credentials then its
time to apply for firefighter status.
Its a great time to clean up any academic deficiencies if they might
hamper your efforts to attend firefighting training or fire school. If there
areitems in personal backgrounds that require clearing, nows the time.
STEP THREEGET A FIRE

SCIENCE DEGREE
Go to school in fire science. Again, each hiring organization may have
its specific training requirements. Typically, newly recruited firefighters
combine volunteer or practical firefighting experience with postsecondary fire training at a college or academy. Youll find firefighting
technology programs that prepare students for work as firemen, fire
investigators, fire arson investigators and fire inspectors.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), youll be
expected to know or be willing to learn how to:
Suppress and extinguish fires with hoses, pumps and additional

apparatus.
Evacuate fire structures and treat victims
Drive and operate emergency vehicles and pump engines
Maintain firefighting equipment
Participate in public education
STEP FOURTAKE EXAMS

AND APPLY FOR WORK
4
Your hiring process will typically include a written examination, oral
interview, background investigation, drug screening and physical
aptitude/agility exam. Youll be asked to provide an extensive job
history, academic record, credit history, and a list of personal
references.
The written exam covers math, human relations, problem solving,
written and oral communications, judgment, memory and reasoning. A
physical exam will cover your hearing, eyesight, blood pressure, blood
and urine. A psychological exam will cover personality traits specific to
performance as a firefighter.
Your oral interview typically covers short-term and lifetime career
goals, your vision as a life in firefighting and why youre choosing that
specific agency or department.
Meet the basic requirements, typically having corrected 20/20
eyesight, a high school diploma, own a clean criminal record and be at
least 18 years old (21 in some agencies).
Remember, firefighters not only work for local departments, they take
jobs with wilderness firefighting agencies, state fire organizations, with
the construction trades, fire-equipment manufacturers and suppliers.
Some agencies require candidates to volunteer or enroll in accredited
apprenticeship programs that combine work with firefighter training.
You may be sent to a federal, state or local firefighting academy that
follows U.S. Fire Administration guidelines. The National Fire Protection

Association also offers a 110-hour certification course.
5
STEP FIVEADVANCE IN
YOUR PROFESSION
While many candidates ask how to become a fireman, youd be
surprised how few dont ask their prospective employers about job
stability and advancement opportunities. Advancements in the public
sector are usually pegged to ranks established on the basis of
experience and ongoing training.
Continue your training. Heading to class to earn advanced
certifications or college degrees in fire science can boost your rank,
earnings and responsibilities. You can rise from firefighter to engineer
and on to lieutenant, captain, battalion chief, assistant chief, deputy
chief and fire chief.
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Those who fight fires are trained to do their job anywhere from forests to rural areas to
urban high-rises. Firefighters work first and foremost to protect lives, and then they turn
their attention to protecting property. Some firefighters choose to work their way up the
ladder, so to speak, starting with volunteer work at their local firehouse, coupled with
their high school diploma. Those who want to advance up the ranks faster can turn to a
fire science degree that will prepare them for responsibilities at the state or federal
level. Understanding different types of firefighting careers and what each entails is the
first step to choosing the right path.
WHAT DOES A FIREFIGHTER DO?

Firefighters show up at the scene of a fire or emergency and rely on advanced tools and
equipment to handle the situation. Thats a very broad overview; now lets get down to
the details.
FIREFIGHTER CAREERS BASICS

Firefighters receive expert training that prepares them to handle a variety of emergency
situations. Though fighting fires are what they are best known for (as the name implies),
firefighters also handle medical emergencies, rescuing and treating the injured,
educating the public and more. Their work often requires them to be on call at all hours;
some respond to calls from their private homes, while others stay in the firehouse
during their shifts in order to respond to calls much faster, especially in urban areas.
FIREFIGHTER CAREERS IN-DEPTH

Though the work they do is often very much in the public eye, there is a great deal of
behind-the-scenes work as well. This includes maintaining a fleet of emergency
vehicles, continuous training and education, filing reports, practicing safe driving
techniques, performing preventative fire maintenance and working closely with local,
state and federal officials in the event of a suspicious or widespread incident.
Firefighters gain more responsibilities as they move up the ranks, starting out as a
probationary firefighter. The most dedicated and knowledgeable workers might reach
the top level of fire chief.
FIREFIGHTER SALARIES & JOB GROWTH

Firefighter Salaries Across The US
Firefighter salaries can vary widely across the United States. Some firefighters work in
very small departments with limited budgets while others work in urban areas with
much higher financial coffers. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the 2015
median pay for firefighters was $46,870. This map can help aspiring firefighters
determine potential earnings by state.
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Firefighter Job Growth

The work of firefighters is absolutely integral to community safety and security. As a
result, firefighters are always in demand. Employment of firefighters is expected to grow
by 5 percent between 2014 and 2024. The following tools can help firefighters identify
states in which they are in great demand.
Select a state:
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STEPS TO BECOMING A FIREFIGHTER
What does it take to work in a firehouse? There is no universal firefighter career path,
but these are the steps aspiring heroes tend to follow.
1
GET THE BASIC REQUIREMENTS
Firefighters must have a high school diploma and hold a valid drivers license. Though
firefighters must be 18 years old in order to work, limited on-the-job training can begin
at a younger age. There may be a limit on age as well, usually between 28 and 30 years
old. Applicants must be physically fit and may be required to pass a criminal
background check and drug screening as well.
2
TAKE THE TESTS
Typically, fire departments participate in recruitment fairs when they are looking to hire
new recruits. They host screening events where prospective firefighters take written and
physical tests. Youll need patience, since the hiring process is usually lengthy. Qualified
applicants who pass the first round of tests are interviewed and often go through an
additional series of evaluations and testing. To enter a training program, applicants take
at least two exams: a written test and a Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) test. The
written exam typically consists of around 100 multiple choice questions and covers
spatial awareness, reading comprehension, mechanical reasoning, logic, observation
and memory. Applicants must also pass a rigorous physical fitness test. They should be
able to perform a distance run in an allotted period of time, climb flights of stairs at a
rapid pace and lift and carry up to 200 pounds.
3
BECOME AN EMT
In some jurisdictions, having an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) license is a
requirement for firefighters, who are often called out for emergency medical situations.
EMT is often a multi-level process, but requirements vary by state.
4
ATTEND THE FIRE ACADEMY
Though a great deal of training is done at the firehouse to which a firefighter is hired or
assigned to work, attending a fire academy offers the opportunity to focus on classroom
and hands-on work. Courses tackle topics that might not be covered by firehouse
training, such as hazardous materials control or anti-arson techniques.
CONSIDER FORMAL EDUCATION

For those who want to go on to careers in fire science, paramedics, or advance to
leadership roles within firefighting agencies, there are associate and bachelors degree
programs at colleges, universities and trade schools. If your prospective fire
organization requires it, you may need to complete your EMT-Paramedic training and
pass those certification exams before applying for work. Some fire organizations host
accredited apprenticeship programs that combine classroom training with field
internships that can take up to four years to complete. Degrees in forestry with a
firefighting/environmental focus are available at the bachelor and masters degree
levels.
6
CONTINUE LEARNING
How much initial and ongoing education firefighters need is often determined by their
leaders and job paths. For example, some firehouses have weekly required training for
all firefighters while others have a full-time probationary period, while still others require
a four-year apprenticeship. Keeping up with training is a vitally important part of the job.
Note that one must usually complete regular continuing education courses to maintain
their EMT licenses.
FIRE SCIENCE DEGREE SEARCH TOOL

Choosing a fire science or EMT program can be tough. This search tool lets students
review various credentials and programs available in their state so that they can identify
those that fit them best.
School:
State:
Degree Level:
Subject:
Total Results:385
SCHOOL NAME
Aims Community College
CITY, STATE
Greeley, CO
DEGREE LEVEL
SUBJECT
Associate
Fire
Science/Firefighting
Aims Community College
Greeley, CO
Award (<1 year)
Fire
Albany Technical College
Albany, GA
Associate
Fire
Albany, GA
Award (<2 years)
Fire
Albany, GA
Award (<1 year)
Fire
Associate
Fire
Award (<2 years)
Fire
Amarillo College
Amarillo College
Amarillo, TX
Amarillo, TX
SCHOOL NAME
Angelina College
CITY, STATE
Lufkin, TX
DEGREE LEVEL
SUBJECT
Award (<2 years)
Fire
Anna Maria College
Paxton, MA
Master's
Fire
Anna Maria College
Paxton, MA
Bachelor's
Fire
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ONLINE FIREFIGHTING PROGRAMS

If your schedule doesnt allow for in-person classes, you can often find what youre
looking for online, offering you a flexible option. The schools below offer online fire
science programs.
School:
Degree Level granted:
Total Results:43
SCHOOL NAME
Albany State University
DEGREE LEVEL GRANTED
DEGREE PROGRAM
Bachelor's
Bachelor Of
Applied Science In
Fire Service
Administration
SCHOOL NAME
DEGREE PROGRAM
Bachelor's
Bachelor Of
Science In Fire
Science
Anna Maria College
Master's
Master Of Public
Administration Fire/Rescue
Services
Bowling Green State University-Main Campus
Bachelor's
Bachelor Of
Science - Fire
Administration
Associate
Associate Of
Science In Fire
Science
Technology
Bachelor's
Fire Service
Management
Degree
Completion
Bachelor's
Bachelor Of
Science In Fire And
Emergency
Services
Administration
Colorado State University-Fort Collins
Certificate
Fire And
Emergency
Services
Administration
Certificate
Eastern Kentucky University
Bachelor's
Bachelor Of
Science In Fire
Eastern Kentucky University
Bachelor's
Bachelor Of
Anna Maria College
Broward College
California State University-Sacramento
Colorado State University-Fort Collins
SCHOOL NAME
DEGREE PROGRAM
Science In Fire
Protection
Administration
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FIRE SCIENCE DEGREES &

CONCENTRATIONS
Advertising is a large field, comprised of creative and business professionals who share
one main goal: to motivate customers to buy products or services. Whether looking for
an accredited online program or a traditional on-campus degree, students have plenty
of options for receiving a quality education. For those unsure of which level of degree to
pursue in the quest for an advertising career, the table below explains each option.
Career Goal Or Educational Needs

I am already working as a firefighter but I would love to enhance my
knowledge. I dont have the time to sit in a classroom I have long shifts!
I am ready to move into firefighting but I recognize that I need a lot of

knowledge in order to pass all those tests. Besides, I would love to be
able to have a fall back plan for higher education.
Im determined to make firefighting my lifelong career, and I recognize

that in order to do that, I will need a strong educational background. I
want to go into management and eventually retire as a fire chief.
I am a seasoned firefighter, but I want to do more. I really enjoy

homeland security work and I am considering the leap to a federal
positionone that would allow me to venture into more exciting
professional work.
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Career Goal Or Educational Needs
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I am pretty sure I want to be a firefighter. I love volunteering at my local

firehouse and want to enter the field as soon as possible to see if its right
for me. I need an educational route that will give me a great deal of
knowledge fast.
PREPARING FOR A FIREFIGHTER CAREER:

FIRE SCIENCE DEGREES & SCHOOLS
Though many firefighters start their career with on-the-job training or apprenticeships,
formal education can give job candidates and edge, especially in a very competitive
area. Here are some of the education options available.
VOCATIONAL/TRADE SCHOOL
Those who are seeking a certificate in fire science, fire protection or a related area, or
those who are seeking their emergency medical technician credential can find it at a
vocational or trade school. These schools offer certificate programs that combine handson work with classroom education; some offer certificates online.
MILITARY
Those who are trained as firefighters in the military will have the distinct advantage of
knowing how to handle a huge variety of firefighting materials, chemicals and tools.
Potential employers recognize the advanced training that the military can provide and
take that into account during the hiring process.
COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Students who are interested in an associate degree in fire science or fire technology can
find it here. Community college is home to numerous two-year programs and are
typically more affordable than four-year colleges.
4-YEAR SCHOOLS
Those who want to earn a bachelors degree in fire science can look to colleges or
universities for the four-year programs they need. These programs focus on fire science
as well as related courses, such as management and business, that might help
firefighters rise up the management ladder.
MASTERS PROGRAMS
Masters programs require two and three years of study and are usuallythough not
alwaysoffered online. This allows students to expand their knowledge while continuing
to work the demanding hours required of a full-time firefighter.
TYPES OF FIRE SCIENCE DEGREES

Fire science degrees are available at all levels of higher education. These degrees (and
certificates) offer expanded knowledge for those firefighters who are already focused on
hands-on training. Depending upon the degree level, students will take courses that
focus strictly on a variety of firefighting techniques and required knowledge, or they will
take an expanded curriculum that introduces them to management, leadership, and
business concepts.
Certificate In Fire Science

Certificate programs for firefighters go by many names, but the most common are fire
science or fire technology. The focus is on providing students with the basic knowledge
necessary to understand how fire moves and feeds and the tools needed to best combat
it in a variety of situations. Most certificate programs take one year or less to complete.
Below are several courses that students may expect to find in a typical program.
PRINCIPLES OF FIRE AND EMERGENCY SERVICES

This course explores the history of fire services, the various career paths available, laws
and regulations, basic fire protections and working with the public in emergency
situations.
Skills Gained
An understanding of the firefighting culture
Comparing emergency responses Understanding best practices for response
Grasp of regulations and laws that govern the work of firefighters
THE LEGALITIES OF FIRE PROTECTION

Focuses on the laws that govern firefighting, statues and regulations that govern
potential actions, and best practices for legal protections in the course of performing job
duties.
Skills Gained
Understanding of the regulations that dictate what firefighters can and cannot do
Knowledge of legal statutes
A sense for how the public views certain firefighting actions
The legality of tough calls in emergency response
FIRE INVESTIGATION AND ANALYSIS

This course examines how fires act in different environments, how flames spread and
react to firefighting actions, and the aftermath of a fire loss.
Skills Gained
Understanding how flames move in a given structure
Knowing how certain fuels affect the fires spread
Knowing which methods are best for containment
Financial considerations in fighting fires
FIRE CODE ENFORCEMENT

A look at the building codes designed to prevent or help fight fires, including detailed
information on inspections, insurance implications, and financial issues.
Skills Gained
Understanding building codes
Proper building inspection
Bringing buildings up to code
Knowing how codes affect insurance rates
Associate Fire Science Degree Or Related

An associate degree typically takes two years to complete. Students can choose from
two separate tracks: an associate degree program, which includes general education
courses and can serve as a stepping stone to a bachelors degree, or an applied
associate program, which focuses on the major and gets students into the workforce
upon graduation. Either option will offer students a solid overview of the world of
firefighting. Here are a few courses students may expect to see in the catalog.
TERRORISM MANAGEMENT
Focuses on the potential actions of terrorist groups and the expected and appropriate
response from emergency services personnel.
Skills Gained
An understanding of the various threats
Knowing how to handle the public in an emergency
Steps to take when formulating an emergency response on a large scale
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS AWARENESS

An overview of hazardous materials and how to control or contain them using typical
firefighting methods.
Skills Gained
Knowing how to respond to an incident
Understanding public safety measures and techniques
Proper scene surveying
Knowing the standard operating procedures for responder safety
VEHICLE EXTRACTION
This class teaches students how to handle a situation in which a person is trapped in a
vehicle. It includes an overview of tools and proper techniques.
Skills Gained
Knowing how to work in small, confined spaces
Proper tool utilization
Ability to maintain the physical stability of a victim
URBAN INTERFACE OPERATIONS

Focuses on decisions that must be made quickly when dealing with wildfires that
threaten urban or populated areas.
Skills Gained
Understanding fire behavior in a natural environment
Pinpointing and removing fuels
How to employ firebreak procedures
Bachelors Fire Science Degree Or Related

There are several fire science degrees at the bachelors level. These degrees are often
more specialized, allowing students to focus on one particular aspect of firefighting or
emergency services. For instance, there are degrees in fire protection administration,
arson and explosion investigation, fire protection and safety engineering technology,
and fire service management, among others.
Bachelors degrees take about four years to complete, and includes general education
courses as well as targeted fire science courses. The classes below are commonly found
in fire science bachelors programs.
FIRE AND EMERGENCY ADMINISTRATION

This course emphasizes the relationship between government agencies and the fire
service, explores ethics and leadership, and touches on the administrative points of
running a successful firehouse.
Skills Gained
Preparing budgets and news releases
Understanding the process for policy changes
Knowledge of job performance requirements
Knowing administrative tactics when working with a wide variety of leadership-minded

individuals
FIRE SERVICE HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
This class focuses on hiring and firing decisions, understanding unions, deciding the
placement of firefighters and emergency workers during active calls, and laws
concerning employment.
Skills Gained
The ability to delegate appropriately
Knowing how to work closely with unions
Personnel performance evaluation
COOPERATIVE EDUCATION
Students obtain hands-on training working in the field, either at a controlled fire or
accident or through a typical day at a firehouse. They also participate in planned drills.
Skills Gained
Relating coursework to real-life scenarios
How to work in a team
How to lead effectively
Knowing the proper use of tools in the field
FITNESS AND CONDITIONING

This course targets the physical aspects of firefighting, including physical conditioning
segments, agility tests, the use of protective clothing and gear, and developing stamina
while in the field.
Skills Gained
Physical strength
An appreciation of fire protection clothing and gear
The agility required to handle gear while in low-light and high-smoke situations
Masters Fire Science Degree Or Related

A masters degree in fire science is offered by only a handful of schools across the
country. It is ideal for those who are already working in the field and want to enhance
their hiring or advancement opportunities. Usually taking between two and three years
to complete, most masters fire science degrees are offered online so that students can
continue their rigorous work schedule with fire services while they pursue higher
education. Below are some of the typical classes found in a masters program.
CRITICAL ISSUES IN HOMELAND SECURITY

This course focuses on the current issues facing homeland security, new policies and
practices, and how those changes are shaped by various influencers.
Skills Gained
Knowing the role of media in homeland security
Understanding policies at the local, state and federal levels
Knowing the legalities of homeland security practices
FISCAL FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

Students in this course learn what it takes to manage expenses, budget, complete
financial statements and understand the financial environment of the fire service.
Skills Gained
Understanding the fundamentals of financial management
Ability to analyze financial statements
Knowing how to weigh expenses against payments, grants and contributions
ADVANCED CRISIS MANAGEMENT

This course looks at setting up a crisis response in the aftermath of a natural disaster,
terrorist attack or large-scale accident.
Skills Gained
How to set up a chain of command
Local, state and federal delegation
Gaining specialized decision-making practices that are consistent, yet flexible
DISPUTE RESOLUTIONS AND NEGOTIATIONS

This focuses on the various ways to solve labor and personnel conflicts, from those that
occur between firefighters to larger issues with unions or legislators.
Skills Gained
Understanding collective bargaining
Knowing alternative dispute resolution techniques
The ability to settle disputes between employees
FIRE SCIENCE & FIREFIGHTER CAREER

SPECIALIZATIONS
Working as a firefighter isnt the only game in town: There are numerous other
professional specialties within the realm of fire science that can lead to fulfilling careers.
Some degree programs may offer academic concentrations relevant to one or more of
these jobs. Here are a few of those options, along with salary data from the Bureau of
Labor Statistics (BLS).
FIREFIGHTERMedian salary: $46,870

Firefighters respond to fires, handle emergency situations, and protect life and property.
The job is definitely exciting, but it also comes with a high element of risk. Constant
training and preparation can help mitigate the risks for firefighters and their local
communities.
FORESTRY FIRE PREVENTION SPECIALISTmedian

salary: $36,650
These highly-trained firefighters work in forested areas inspecting for potential fire
hazards, enforcing fire regulations (like appropriate burn permits or burn times) and
instituting control measures when it appears a fire is imminent. They keep tabs on
weather conditions and report forest fires to the proper departments.
BUILDING INSPECTORmedian salary: $57,340

Those with a strong knowledge of building codes and attention to detail might like
working as a building inspector. These professionals look at buildings to determine their
safety, structural soundness and compliance with a variety of regulations. Their
inspections might be general or very specific. Future building inspectors may want to
shortlist potential fire safety degree programs with targeted courses in fire and safety
codes.
ARSON INVESTIGATORmedian salary: $56,730

In the event of a suspicious fire, an arson investigator collects evidence, eyewitness
accounts and other information to determine what might have caused the fire, and,
furthermore, who might have been responsible. These investigators work closely with
police departments and other authorities.
PARAMEDICmedian salary: $31,980

Becoming an emergency medical technician, or EMT, is a requirement for most
firefighters. Those who truly love the work might invest in additional training to become
a paramedic. Paramedics respond to emergencies, assess injuries, treat patients at the
scene and transport them for further medical care.
COMPONENTS OF A SUCCESSFUL
FIREFIGHTER CAREER: SKILLS,
CREDENTIALS, TOOLS & TECHNOLOGY
Firefighters must have certain skills and traits in order to do well in the job. They must
also have a strong knowledge of the tools and technology necessary to keep things
running smoothly.
SKILLS
Physical strength and stamina

Firefighters are expected to handle heavy equipment, often in dangerous and adverse
conditions. They might be on their feet for hours, crawling through small space,
climbing ladders and stairs, and otherwise putting their bodies to the test.
Excellent communication skills

Firefighters must be able to communicate events and concerns accurately and
succinctly, especially in situations when lives are at stake.
The ability to make decisions
In an emergency situation, firefighters must be able to make good decisions very

quickly even if those choices are very difficult ones. The ability to make the best
decisions given the information they have is vitally important.
Courage
Firefighters face dangerous situations every day, and each emergency call can bring
surprises. They must have the courage and fortitude to tackle each call, keeping the
safety of their team in mind.
TOOLS & TECHNOLOGIES
Fire extinguishers
Fire and rescue vehicles
Pry bars
Jaws of Life
Ladders
Fire axes
Automated external defibrillators (AED)
Air samplers
Fire shelters
Ventilators
Air chisels
GIS Software
Plume Modeling Software
Incident command system software
ACS FIREHOUSE
Fire incident reporting systems
Credentials
Most firefighters are required to earn an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
certification or EMT-Paramedic certification through the National Registry of Emergency
Medical Technicians. Those with bachelors degrees and higher who want to further their
career opportunities can earn the Executive Fire Officer certification. Additional options
include Chief Fire Officer, Emergency Response Specialist and Dive Team Member
certifications.
RELATED CAREERS AT A GLANCE
EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN
24%
Median Salary (2015):
$31,980
Education/Training Required:
Certificate or Training
FIRE INSPECTOR
6%
$54,790
Some College
POLICE OFFICER
4%
$60,270
High School Diploma
SECURITY GUARD
5%
$24,680
High School Diploma
FORESTERS
7%
$60,220
Education/Training Required
Bachelors Degree
PRIVATE DETECTIVES & INVESTIGATORS
5%
$45,610
Education/Training Required
High School Diploma
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
WHAT DO RELATEDOCCUPATIONS MAKE ?

Those who become firefighters are interested in serving others. Graduates of fire
science programs might also go on to a career as a correctional officer, emergency
medical technician, paramedic, police officer, or security guard.
Firefighter and Related Job Salaries

10th PercentileMedian Salary90th PercentileFirefightersFire
Inspectors/InvestigatorsParamedics/EMTsCorrectional
OfficersPolice/Cops$0$25,000$50,000$75,000$100,000
Year
10th
Percentile
Median
Salary
90th
Percentile
Firefighters
$22,030
$45,25
0
$79,150
Fire
Inspectors/Investig
ators
$33,920
$53,99
0
$87,400
Paramedics/EMTs
$20,180
$31,02
0
$53,550
Correctional
Officers
$27,000
$39,04
0
$69,610
Police/Cops
$32,350
$55,27
0
$89,310
Like any career, salaries can vary greatly depending on the state you live in, and even
the city. Use our salary comparison tool to learn more about salaries of firefighting jobs
in your city.
Firefighter Salary Comparison Tool
Select a state:
alaska
Select City 1:
ANCHORAGE
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FAIRBANKS
10th Perc50th Perc90th PercAnchorageFairbanks$0$20,000$40,000$60,000$80,000
City
10th
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50th
Percentile
90th
Percentile
Anchora
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0
$72,83
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$27,78
0
$47,33
0
$59,90
0
ANCHORAGE 2012 MEAN PAY$46,190

FAIRBANKS 2012 MEAN PAY$47,010
per year$22.2 per hour
per year$22.6 per hour
FIREFIGHTER DEGREE AND CAREER

RESOURCES
International Association of Fire Fighters
This is a labor union representing firefighters throughout the United States and Canada.
International Association of Women in Fire and Emergency Services
Women are often underrepresented in firehouses and emergency services. This
organization works to remedy that.
National Fire Academy
A service of the U.S. Fire Administration, the Academy is home to several training
programs, including online classes, designed to benefit firefighters across the U.S.
National Fire Protection Association
This site offers a wealth of information on codes, standards, research, training and
more.
National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians
This organization certifies emergency medical technicians, a requirement for many
firefighters.
U.S. Fire Administration
The USFA website highlights training, continuing education, operations, fire prevention
and pertinent data resources for current and potential firefighters.
The Massachusetts Firefighting Academy
The Massachusetts Firefighting Academy was brought into existence by Massachusetts General Law,
Chapter 842 of the Acts and Resolves of 1971. MFA provides fire training to municipal fire service
personnel at no cost to the cities and towns. The policy making body for the Academy is
theMassachusetts Fire Training Council , a 15 member body appointed by the Governor. The Council is
also the sole agency that can certify all levels of fire service personnel in the Commonwealth. Fire
service certification is provided to stimulate professional development in the Massachusetts fire service
and to allow members a means to demonstrate their ability to meet professional qualification standards
through an objective measure of their professional knowledge, skills, and abilities.
The flagship program offered by MFA is the 9-week Career Firefighter Recruit Training program. The
Academy offers over 300 topical continuing education courses and fire officer training. A detailed listing of
MFA courses is posted on the web and on-line registration is available. Admission is restricted to
members of fire departments in the cities, towns and fire districts of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
and similar public fire departments in other states.
Fall 2016 Senior Fire Officer Forum Series
The Fall 2016 Senior Fire Officer Forum series has been announced. The common theme that ties these
presentations together is firefighter safety, every leaders most important priority. Check out this
exciting list of upcoming presentations .
NFA in Massachusetts- New Fall Line-Up
The Massachusetts Firefighting Academy will be hosting several National Fire Academy (NFA) courses at
the Department of Fire Services Stow campus in the fall of 2016. The great offerings include: Decision
Making for the Initial Company Officer, Best Practices in Community Risk Reduction, Residential
Sprinkler Plan Review, and Building Organizational Support for Community Risk Reduction. For course
descriptions and registration information, go to the NFA in Massachusetts webpage.
MA Weekend at the NFA July 22-24, 2016
2016 NFA Weekend Partnered with Rhode Island and South Carolina
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Massachusetts firefighters are welcome to attend the joint NFA weekend with Rhode Island and South
Carolina on July 22 -24, 2016. The RI Chiefs Association is paying $50 for RI firefighters, but MA
firefighters will have to pay the full $100. Send all applications to Tina Ahlborg at the RI Fire Academy.
Career Recruit Firefighter Class #246
Members of the Career Recruit Firefighter Class #246 graduated on Friday, July 1, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. in
a ceremony at the Department of Fire Services, One State Road, Stow, MA. The 35 graduates, 33 men
two women, represent the 14 fire departments of: Beverly, Bourne, Falmouth, Foxborough, Hanover,
Harwich, Haverhill, Maynard, Medway, Methuen, North Attleboro, Somerville, Southborough, and
Stoughton. The guest speaker was Haverhill Interim Chief John Parow.
Call/Volunteer Firefighter Recruit Class #58
On June 28, 2016, Class #58 of the Call/Volunteer Recruit Firefighter Training program graduated having
completed 240 hours of training on nights and weekends. The 35 graduates, 33 men and two women,
represent the 19 fire departments of: Berlin, Bolton, Boylston, Carlisle, Douglas, Grafton, Groton, Holden,
Hopedale, Lancaster, Leicester, Littleton, Pepperell, Sherborn, Shirley, Shrewsbury, Sterling, Townsend
and Weston. The ceremony took place at 7 p.m. at the Department of Fire Services, Stow Headquarters.
Call/Volunteer Firefighter Recruit Class #59
On June 23, 2016, Class #59 of the Call/Volunteer Recruit Firefighter Training program graduated having
completed 240 hours of training on nights and weekends. The 34 graduates, 32 men and two women,
represent the 14 fire departments of: Acushnet, Berkley, Dartmouth Dist.3, Fairhaven, Freetown,
Lakeville, Mattapoisett, Raynham, Rehoboth, Rochester, Swansea, Wareham, West Bridgewater, and
Westport. There ceremony took place at 7 p.m. at the Matthew Kuss Middle School in Fall River.
MFA Training Videos on YouTube
Have you had a chance to look at the training videos that the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy (MFA)
has posted a on the DFS YouTube Channel (www.youtube.com/DFSOSFM)? The first series has 19
training videos on ladders of all heights and maneuvers.

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CAL FIRE Academy

Fire Protection Links

CAL FIRE AcademyMore Info

Firefighter Training Fact Sheet (152K PDF)

Current Fire Information

Statistics and Events

California Statewide Fire Map

Volunteer Fire Assistance (VFA) Grant

Aviation Recognition Guide (Reader-Friendly Version)

Fire Protection Links

Be Prepared For Any Emergency

Mobile EquipmentMore Info

CAL FIRE Mobile Equipment History

CAL FIRE Academy

Fire Protection Links

CAL FIRE AcademyMore Info

Firefighter Training Fact Sheet (152K PDF)

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LSC-CyFair Fire Science Technology Department

Fire Academy Facts

Download a printable version of the information on this page

Download a copy of the Academy Physical form

Firefighter Certification Course (August 2015 - May 2016)

First Semester (Fall 2015)

Firefighter Certification III

Firefighter Agility & Fitness Prep

Second Semester (Spring 2015)

Firefighter Certification VII

Firefighter Agility & Fitness Prep II

Mandatory Orientation Sessions

General Physical Fitness Recommendations:

Must be able to run 2 miles in under 18 minutes

Must be able to lift heavy objects, approximately 150 pounds

Be in good general health

Weight in proportion to height

Uniforms and Running Shoes

Mandatory Background Check

Fire Fighter gear rental (9 months)

Contact Veteran Affairs

Contact Workforce Solutions

Welcome to Texas Fire Academy

Fire Fighter Academy

Basic Structural Fire Fighter

Emergency Medical Technician - Basic

Fire Inspector I&II/Plans Examiner

Fire Officer I & II

Fire Instructor I & II

Aircraft Rescue Firefighting (ARFF)

The Washington State Fire Training Academy offers a unique training

ARFF Quick Links

No classes are being offered at this time

Fire Service Training Courses

Fire Department Fire Fighting Courses & Schedules

Fire Control 1 (BTL)

Flammable Liquids 1 (PFE) FLC-001

Flammable Liquids 2 (Foam) FLC-002

Flammable Liquids 3 (LPG) FLC-003

Search and Rescue 1 SRC-001

Hazardous Materials Training

HazMat Weekly Digest

January 31, 2016

December 14, 2015

August 24, 2015

April 15, 2015