This certificate of achievement program trains students to national firefighting standards, with curriculum exceeding National Fire Protection Association 1010 Firefighter I and II requirements and certification recognized by the Canadian Armed Forces. Delivered in a blended format combining online theory with hands-on training at Lakeland College's Emergency Training Centre, students build practical skills in dangerous goods response, vehicle extrication, wildland firefighting, and industrial fires. Admission requires applicants to be at least 18 years old, hold a high school diploma with minimum grades in English, math, and science, and provide a valid unrestricted Alberta Class 5 driver's licence with an air brake endorsement, along with medical clearance and proof of English language proficiency. The program suits students seeking accredited entry-level firefighting qualifications through concentrated, hands-on training.
Requirements
Admission Requirements: Applicants must be at least 18 years old by the program start date and hold a high school diploma with a minimum of 50% in English 30-1 or 30-2, Math 20-3, and one grade 11 science course. Applicants must also provide a valid unrestricted Alberta Class 5 driver's licence or equivalent with an air brake endorsement, complete medical clearance through the Emergency Training Centre's Medical Fitness and Risk Disclosure Package within one year of the start date, and provide proof of English language proficiency, met through IELTS Academic 6.0 overall with 6.0 on every band, TOEFL iBT 78 overall with 19 per section, PTE Academic 53 overall with 50 per skill, Duolingo 100 overall with 95 per sub-score, CAEL 60 overall with 55 per band, or MET 58 on all bands.