Firefighter is a Limited Access program and admission in the program is based upon the following criteria. All needed instructions and paperwork are provided during the admission process.

To meet the minimum requirements for consideration for acceptance into the program, applicants must complete the following as instructed during the admission process:

Provide evidence of a successful completion of an accredited EMT or paramedic certification.
Be at least 18 years of age.
Applicants must attend an information session at the Fire Academy of the South (FAS). For session dates, contact firefighter@fscj.edu or call (904) 997-4919.
Submit notarized copy of statement of meeting minimum requirements of a fire fighter in the state of Florida.
Applicants are required to submit official transcripts from both high school/GED® and any postsecondary education. Transcripts must be officially sealed and submitted to the Fire Academy of the South with the application.
Submit an affidavit of non-use of tobacco.
Students may start FFP0030 without EMT or paramedic certification but must have earned one of these certifications prior to starting FFP0031.

Note: Students who hold an EMT or NREMT license will be given enrollment preference into FFP0030.

Subsequent to acceptance, certified fire and rescue departments are required to have all employees complete drug screening and a criminal background check for employment. Completion of this program is intended to lead to employment in certain safety sensitive positions that are also physically demanding. To ensure student safety as well as employability in the widest possible manner, all students are required to submit drug screening and criminal background check results and a physical exam to the Fire Academy prior to enrolling in the program. Additionally, applicants must:

Submit proof of medical insurance to remain in force for the duration of program.
Complete the Application for Certification as a Fire Fighter. Visit the Florida Division of State Fire Marshal Bureau of Fire Standards and Training.

Note: Admissions preference is given to fully qualified candidates who have met all entrance criteria.

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