Humber’s Pre-Service Firefighter Education and Training certificate program prepares you for the demands and rewards of a firefighting career. At the start of the program, you will learn about fire department operations and the equipment used on the job. You will then delve deeper into topics such as fire behavior and combustion chemistry, firefighting techniques, rescue strategies, emergency patient care, hazardous materials awareness, and firefighter health and wellness. You’ll also gain hands-on experience by practicing your skills in a burn tower. Faculty, who are certified fire service instructors and active firefighters, will share their extensive experience and expertise to prepare you for the field. While gaining employment as a firefighter is highly competitive, completion of this program will equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge. Completion of this program does not guarantee employment. |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
To be eligible for admission, you must possess the following: - Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent including these required courses:
- Grade 12 English (ENG4C or ENG4U or equivalent)
- Grade 12 Mathematics (MAP4C, MCT4C, MDM4U, MCB4U, MGA4U, MCV4U or MHF4U) or Grade 11 C, M or U Mathematics (MBF3C, MCF3M or MCR3U)
- Two Grade 11 or Grade 12 C, M or U course in addition to those listed above
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| Test Scores: | - Canadian Academic English Language Assessment or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based)
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| Additional Admission Requirements: | Written Statement of InterestApplicants must submit a one-page statement of interest (350 words) that answers the following questions - "What interests you about the field of firefighting and what do you feel you have to offer this field?"
Standard First Aid and CPRApplicants must submit proof of valid certification in Standard First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - Level C.
Submission Instructions To submit your additional requirement(s), please visit the Applicant Portal. You will navigate to Submitted Applications – Actions – View My Applications – View Details.
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* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.