FLORIDA FIREFIGHTER MINIMUM STANDARDS

PRE-REQUISITE
COURSES

BEGIN YOUR PATH TO BECOMING
A FIREFIGHTER

The Florida Firefighter Minimum Standards Program is the first step toward becoming a certified firefighter in the State of Florida.

Before you can enroll in the fire academy, you must complete the following state-approved pre-requisite courses.

These courses provide the foundational knowledge and skills required for success in th efire academy and a career in the fire service.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

All courses are state-approved by the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training and the Florida Department of Health
All pre-requisite courses at Embers Edge will be in-person at our Davie location 4801 S University Dr, Davie, FL 33328 or South location 10585 SW 109th CT Miami, FL 33176
Embers Edge has a dress code policy for fire academy pre-requisite courses. Students must attend classes wearing an Embers Edge student uniform shirt, dark navy-colored 5.11 tactical pants with a belt, black steel-toe/composite boots, and well-groomed/clean shaved. Mustache allowed, no other facial hair.

PRE-REQUISITE COURSES

FFP1000 Intro to Fire Science

Intro to Fire Science satisfies the pre-requisite requirement for the Firefighter Minimum Standards Program and for the Fire Science Associate’s Degree at some Florida colleges. This course has been approved by the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training.

Locations: This course is offered at two locations, with course dates and morning/evening schedules varying by offering. Please carefully review the available options when registering to ensure you select the correct date, time, and location.

Davie Location: 4801 S University Dr, Davie, FL 33328

South Location: 10585 SW 109th Ct, Miami, FL 33176

When selecting your course option, please pay close attention to the location listed with the course date and time. Students are responsible for attending the location and schedule selected at the time of registration.

Dress Code: Embers Edge student uniform shirt, dark navy colored 5.11 tactical pants, black steel-toe/composite boots and well groomed/clean shave. Mustache allowed, no other facial hair.

$300.00

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First Responder/ Emergency Medical Responder

Emergency Medical Responder/First Responders is a pre-requisite course for the Fire Fighter Minimum Standards Program and a requirement to take the State of Florida Firefighter Certification Examination. Students will earn their BLS certification through the American Red Cross (includes CPR).

Required Materials: Emergency Medical Response digital textbook included with course purchase, analog watch, stethoscope.

Dress Code: Embers Edge student uniform shirt, dark navy colored 5.11 tactical pants, black steel-toe boots and well groomed/clean shave. Mustache allowed, no other facial hair.

$300.00

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Student Uniform Shirt

Embers Edge student uniform shirt, required for students enrolled in our Intro to Fire and EMR/First Responder course.

Dress Code: Embers Edge student uniform shirt, dark navy colored 5.11 tactical pants with a belt, black steel-toe boots, and well-groomed.

Shipping: Shirt will be shipped to the address at checkout. Please allow about 1 to 2 weeks to receive your shirt order. If you order a shirt within a week from the class start date, you will receive your t-shirt on the first day of class.

$20.00

UPCOMING CLASSES

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Fire Academy prerequisite requirements may vary depending on the academy you plan to attend. Introduction to Fire Science and First Responder / Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) are commonly required prerequisite courses for students preparing to enter the MDC Fire Academy.

Students should always verify the current admission requirements directly with the Fire Academy they plan to attend.

Yes! We regularly add new course dates and typically try to offer (based on instructor availability):

First Responder / EMR: One evening session a month

Introduction to Fire Science: One morning session and one evening session a month

If the current dates do not work with your schedule, check back for upcoming course offerings.

Yes. Our prerequisite courses have limited enrollment, and once all available seats have been reserved, the course will be listed as Sold Out.

We regularly add new course dates and typically try to offer (based on instructor availability):

Introduction to Fire Science: One morning session and one evening session a month
First Responder / EMR: One evening session a month

If the course you are interested in is sold out, please check back for additional dates and upcoming course offerings.

Students are responsible for meeting any age, education, or other admission requirements established by the Fire Academy they plan to attend.

If you are unsure whether you are eligible to begin your prerequisite courses, we recommend confirming the requirements with your intended Fire Academy before registering.

Yes. Attendance is mandatory for all scheduled class sessions. Each class session covers required instructional material, skills, or course objectives.

Students should review the entire course schedule before registering to make sure they are available for all scheduled dates.

If an emergency occurs and you are unable to attend, speak with your instructor as soon as possible. Make-up opportunities, when available, will depend on the course, the material missed, instructor availability, and applicable course requirements.

All course registrations are non-refundable. Once you register for a course, no refunds will be issued for cancellations, missed classes, scheduling conflicts, or failure to attend.

If you are unable to attend your scheduled course, please contact Embers Edge as soon as possible. Depending on the circumstances and course availability, a transfer to a future course date may be considered. Transfers are not guaranteed and are subject to approval by Embers Edge.

Yes. Students who successfully complete all course requirements will receive a Certificate of Completion.

Yes. Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a Certificate of Completion that can be submitted to the Miami Dade College Fire Academy as documentation of completing the prerequisite course.

Students should always confirm the Fire Academy’s current admission and prerequisite requirements before applying.

FireTRAQ is the State of Florida’s system used to maintain your fire service training and certification records.

You must create a student profile in FireTRAQ to receive your unique Student ID. Your Student ID will be important throughout the Fire Academy application process and your future fire service career.

Create or access your FireTRAQ account

Yes. After you successfully complete the course, Embers Edge will report your course completion to your state training record in FireTRAQ.

Introduction to Fire Science consists of five scheduled lecture sessions. Attendance at all scheduled sessions is mandatory.

Students are expected to arrive on time, participate throughout the course, and meet all course and uniform requirements.

The textbook is recommended but not required for the course.

Recommended Textbook: Intro to Fire Protection & Emergency Services, 6th Edition, ISBN #9781284180152

The First Responder / Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) program is a 56-hour course consisting of classroom instruction and hands-on skills/lab training.

The course meets for 10 scheduled class sessions, and attendance at all sessions is mandatory. Students must also meet the same uniform and grooming requirements as students enrolled in Introduction to Fire Science.

A digital copy of the required textbook is included with your registration. Students will receive access to the textbook through their Embers Edge student account after registering for the course.

Yes. Students enrolled in Introduction to Fire Science and First Responder / EMR are required to attend every class session in the approved uniform.

Students are also expected to maintain a professional appearance and be well groomed. Students must be clean-shaven. A neatly maintained mustache is permitted; beards are not permitted.

The student uniform consists of:

Black steel-toe or composite-toe boots
Embers Edge uniform shirt
Dark navy tactical pants

The Embers Edge uniform shirt must be purchased through our website.

Dark navy tactical pants may be purchased through Amazon or most tactical, military, or uniform stores.

Black steel-toe or composite-toe boots may be purchased from Walmart or another workwear or footwear retailer.

Yes. Uniform shirts are normally shipped to the address provided during checkout.

If your shirt is ordered within one week of your course start date, it will not be shipped. Instead, your shirt will be provided to you on the first day of class.

All Embers Edge uniform shirt orders must be placed through our website. We recommend ordering your shirt as early as possible before your course begins.

First Responder / EMR: Classes are held at our Embers Edge – Davie location.

Introduction to Fire Science: Classes may be held at either Embers Edge – Davie or Embers Edge – South. The specific location for your course will be listed with the course schedule and registration information.

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FLORIDA FIREFIGHTER MINIMUM STANDARDS

PRE-REQUISITE COURSES

BEGIN YOUR PATH TO BECOMING A FIREFIGHTER

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

PRE-REQUISITE COURSES

FFP1000 Intro to Fire Science

First Responder/ Emergency Medical Responder

Student Uniform Shirt

UPCOMING CLASSES

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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