Admission Requirements
- 18 years of age
- High School Diploma/GED
- Must be able to read, write, and communicate the English language
- Physical Statement - AFC & PSEC Form 05 - Per the Alabama Administrative Code (Chapter 360-X-1), This form must be completed and submitted prior to beginning any certification training leading to certification as a Fire Fighter or Volunteer Fire Fighter.
- Successful completion of Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) within 12 months of start date
Prerequisites
(Pro Board or IFSAC) Volunteer Fire Fighter
Certification Requirements
Prior to certification as a Fire Fighter I and II the student should complete the following:
- Successful completion of the Comprehensive Final examination
- Peer Support Awareness course completion
- NIMS 100, 200, 700, and 800
- Traffic Incident Management (TIMs) course completion
- Certified Rapid Intervention Crew Member
- (Pro Board of IFSAC) Certified Hazardous Materials/WMD Awareness and Operations
Required Text & Resources
IFSTA: Essentials of Fire Fighting, Firefighter I, 8th Edition
IFSTA: Essentials of Fire Fighting, Firefighter II, 8th Edition
Alabama Fire College: Fire Service Rapid Intervention Crews
Certification Course Syllabus
Practical Skills Materials
Fire Fighter II Practical Skills Materials
Fire Fighter II Task Book
(A digital PDF version of the Firefighter II Task Book is available here and through your student online learning platform. If you prefer a printed copy, one may be purchased through the Alabama Fire College Bookstore)
Special Equipment
- NFPA compliant turnout gear and SCBA with spare bottle
- PASS device
- Approved Departmental or Fire College PT clothing
- (Fire College clothing is available at the Alabama Fire College Bookstore. More than one PT outfit is recommended.) - Running shoes
Physical Requirements
This is a physically demanding course which requires students to be in good physical condition.
