Prerequisites
- 18 years of age
- High School Diploma/GED
- 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
- Must be able to read, write, and communicate the English language
- 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 Awaresness course completion
- NIMS 100, 200, 700, and 800
- Traffic Incident Management (TIMs) course completion
- (Pro Board of IFSAC) Certified Hazardous Materials/WMD Awareness and Operations
Required Text & Resources
Essentials of Fire Fighting, Firefighter I, 8th Edition
Essentials of Fire Fighting, Firefighter II, 8th Edition
Alabama Fire College: Fire Service Rapid Intervention Crews
Current Emergency Response Guide or
USDOT Digital Copy
Hazardous Materials/WMD: Awareness Student Manual
Hazardous Materials/WMD: Operations Student Manual
Certification Course Syllabus
Practical Exam Materials
Special Equipment
- NFPA compliant turnout gear and SCBA with spare bottle
- PASS device
- Navy AFC t-shirts, navy AFC shorts, and navy AFC sweat suit (seasonal) for physical training,available at the Alabama Fire College Bookstore.
- Running shoes
Physical Requirements
This is a physically demanding course which requires the student to be in good physical condition.
