BECOME A NATIONALLY CERTIFIED FIREFIGHTER

IN 6 MONTHS

Am I Eligible?

You are eligible if you are transitioning troop, veteran, or family member.

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How long does it take to complete the program?

It will take you about 2-6 months depending on training location.

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What certifications will I earn?

Upon successful completion of the program you will earn the following certifications:

• Firefighter I

• Firefighter II

• Hazardous Materials Operations

• Emergency Medical Technician

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Where is the program located?

South Carolina Fire Academy, Columbia, South Carolina, and

Sandhills Academy, Pinehurst, North Carolina

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Who can I contact for more information?

Please go to the Recruit Sign-In tab on this website and complete the form.

BECOME A NATIONALLY CERTIFIED 9-1-1 OPERATOR IN 1.5 WEEKS

Am I Eligible?

You are eligible if you are transitioning troop, veteran, or family member.

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How long does it take to complete the program?

It will take you about 1.5 weeks.

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What certifications will I earn?

Upon successful completion of the program you may earn up to six certifications, as follows:

• One certification for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

• Five certifications for emergency dispatch based on your test scores for 1) fire, 2) medical, 3) police, 4) active assailant, and 5) Pro QA dispatch call software.

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Where is the program located?

Fort Bragg, Fayetteville, North Carolina and Atlanta, Georgia

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Who can I contact for more information?

Please go to the Recruit Sign-In tab on this website and complete the form.

On February 28, 2020, Brandon Valdivia and Andrew Dumais graduated from the South Carolina Fire Academy in Columbia South Carolina. Contact us today to find out how you could be next!