The Emergency Medical Technician and Firefighter Minimum Standards Class combined program is a two-semester program designed to prepare individuals for careers in emergency services. Students will gain the foundational knowledge, skills, and hands-on experience necessary to respond effectively to both medical emergencies and fire-related incidents.

Eligibility Requirements

• Be a high school graduate or the equivalent
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Pass a background check as determined by the Florida Division of State Fire Marshal (Florida Statute ch. 633.412(2) )
• Have a good moral character
• Be in good physical condition
• Be a non-user of tobacco products for one year
• Emergency Medical Responder Certificate (Offered by RTC prior to class)
• Be in good physical condition
• Be a non-user of tobacco products for one year
  

Open Enrollment dates

• Spring - January 2nd or the following business day.
• Fall  - July 1st or the following business day.

Required Application Steps

1. Fill out pre-application form at the academy during open enrollment.
2. Attend mandatory meeting
3. Turn in the complete package (including medical exam and negative drug screen) by the due date provided at the mandatory meeting.
4. Pass Physical Agility Test.

After all steps have been met, students will be accepted into the academy.

Important Note:

Applying online does not guarantee class enrollment. Prospective students must complete all “Required Application Steps”, including submission of required documents and medical clearance. Only candidates who meet all criteria will receive an official acceptance letter into the program.

For more information, please contact us at (863) 419-3060 ext.500 or email us at [email protected] The average annual pay for a Firefighter EMT in Florida is $29,496 an year. Just in case you need a simple salary calculator, that works out to be approximately $14.18 an hour. This is the equivalent of $567/week or $2,458/month.

Firefighter/ Emergency Medical Technician - Combined 

Industry Certifications

After successfully completing this program, students will be eligible to take the Florida Bureau of Fire Standards and Training test to become a certified Fire Fighter. This test is required to work as a Fire Fighter in the state of Florida. Students will also be eligible to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) certification exam.