Firefighter I Academies

Application Packet Available For Download

Upcoming Firefighter I Academies

April 14th-21st 2012

May 5th-12th 2012

Professional certification may be obtained after completion of the Academy and submission of the Test Documentation Booklet.

FSTS certification is accredited by both national and international accrediting bodies.
International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC)
and National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (NPQS)

Who should attend?
• Those who want to become better trainers.
• Those who want to become career firefighters.
• Those who want to become better firefighters.

What will be covered in FF1 Academy

• Ropes and knots
• Fire Dept Communication
• Fireground Operations-
• Rapid Intervention Crew
• Offensive Fire Attack
• Flat and Pitched Roof Ventilation
• Fire Behavior and Vents
• Primary Search
• Live Burn
• Salvage
• Hazardous Materials

When do the academies run?
Academies are offered several times per year from March through October.

Where is the Academy held?
Charles Carrico Regional Training Center, 1900 9th Street South, Great Falls, MT

Why attend the Academy?
The concentrated program the academies use enhances the training in context methods.

To Apply:
Fill out and submit an application. Application Packet Available For Download
You may also contact us to request a printed application

Spots in the academies fill quickly. In order to reserve a spot, the application and tuition must be completed and paid in full.

Cost:
Tuition (includes one meal per day) - $1400-MT Fire Service Member
$2400-Private/Out-of-State


Sorry-no credit cards accepted.

Schedule:
Generally 0800 to 2030, however several evenings may go until 2200.

Expect assignments each night in preparation for the next day’s training or testing.

Personal Protective Equipment:
Participants are expected to bring PPE, including leather gloves, helmet, hood, boots, bunker pants, coat, earplugs, and knee pads.

Lodging options:
Academy participants are responsible for their own lodging. See the list below.
Townhouse Inn 406-761-4600
Comfort Inn 406-454-2727
Fairfield Inn 406-454-3000
Extended Stay 406-761-7524
Hampton Inn 406-453-2675
Hilton Inn 406-452-1000
Holiday Inn 406-727-7200

If you have questions call the FSTS Office at:
406-761-7885