Fire Service Instructor Program

Chapter 69A-37.059, Florida Administrative Codes, provides that the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training shall certify individuals to conduct training and education classes for fire service personnel. Upon satisfaction of the requirements listed under the respective categories, an applicant shall be awarded instructor certification appropriate to the applicant’s attainments and may teach designated subjects in the courses of training and education coming within the purview of the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training.  A Fire Service Instructor must be affiliated with at least one Training Provider and be certified by the Bureau to conduct training activities for Florida’s fire service professionals which lead to any certification by the Bureau or continuing education.

Fire Instructor I Certification

This program shall consist of not less than 45 hours of training. The program shall consist of the following course or those of equivalent interactive instruction, as approved by the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training.  In addition to the prerequisite coursework, students are also required to possess a minimum of 6 years experience as a regular member of an organized fire department, a high school diploma or equivalent, and the ability to perform the tasks associated with the training.

Fire Instructor II Certification 

This program shall consist of not less than 90 hours of training. The program shall consist of the following courses or those of equivalent interactive instruction, as approved by the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training.  In addition to the prerequisite coursework, students are also required to possess a minimum of 6 years experience as a regular member of an organized fire department, an associates degree or higher, and the ability to perform the tasks associated with the training.

Fire Instructor III Certification

This program shall consist of not less than 114 hours of training. The program shall consist of the following courses or those of equivalent interactive instruction, as approved by the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training.  In addition to the prerequisite coursework, students are also required to possess a minimum of 6 years experience as a regular member of an organized fire department, a bachelor's degree or higher, and the ability to perform the tasks associated with the training.

Instructor 3

Course Number          Course Title

1740                               Fire Service Course Delivery

2741                               Fire Service Course Design

6701                               Florida Training Manager

 

 

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