Degree and Certificate Programs

Criminal Justice, Fire and Emergency Medical Services

Fire Fighter II (5720)

Workforce Credit Certificate Program

This program is designed to prepare students for certification and initial employment as firefighters in the state of Florida. Successful program completion will qualify students to take the state minimum standards written, oral and practical examination as administered by the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training.

Selected Entry Prerequisite:

1. Driving history.
2. Drug screen.
3. Medical examination.
4. Polygraph.
5. Background investigations.

Application

1. Applicants must have medical examinations on form FST-2.
2. Applicants must submit fingerprint cards for proof of good moral character.
3. Applicants must have an earned high school diploma or equivalency degree.
4. Physical ability test will be required upon admission.

The above documents shall be submitted to the Florida State Fire College no later than 10 days after class starts. Students are responsible for submitting these documents and all expenses that may be incurred.

Note: Students entering this program may be required to enroll in basic skills training. This will be determined by their scores on the state mandated Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE).

Course Number and Title	Contact Hours	Workforce Credits
Professional Courses
*VPI 0100 Reading Skills
*VPI 0200 Mathematical Skills
*VPI 0300 Language Skills
FFP 0010 Fire Fighter I	225	7.50
FFP 0020 Fire Fighter II	225	7.50
Total Contact Hours	450	15.00

*Students who have satisfactory test scores are not required to take these courses.