Fire Science

• A.S. Degree
• Department Directory
• Facilities
• Firefighter Certificate
• Information Sessions
• Pump Operator
• Reference Links
• Request Information

• Fire Science
• Seminole State Homepage

Want more info?

Contact Fire Science
407.708.2200
Fax: 407.322.1309
Office: PS-100

General Contact Information

Did you know...

Minimum Fire Standards Program - Firefighter I and II

Minimum Fire Standards

With lectures and practical applications that exceed the state of Florida's course-hour requirements, Seminole State's Minimum Fire Standards Program readies students to enter careers as state-certified firefighters. Students receive in-depth, hands-on instruction about the varying duties firefighters perform, including fire department communications, basic building construction and live fire training. They also receive a minimum of 40 hours of first-responder medical training.

• Program Length: 450 hours, including 40 contact hours for first-responder medical training
• Course Name/Number: Minimum Fire Standards/Firefighter I and II (FFP 0027, FFP 0028, and FFP 0029)

Firefighters serve their communities by working to prevent the loss of life and property from natural and man-made disasters. Their jobs encompass a broad spectrum of tasks ranging from extinguishing fires to administering emergency medical care and educating the public. Our graduates are consistently able to perform these duties in a prompt, dependable and safe manner, which has earned Seminole State a reputation for housing one of the best Minimum Fire Standards programs in the state.

Course Information

Students who successfully complete Seminole State's Minimum Fire Standards Program will be awarded a Vocational Certificate in Fire Fighting.

Fire Academy Requirements

To be eligible for enrollment in Seminole State's Fire Academy, students must: 

• Have a high school diploma or GED
• Be at least 18 years old
• Pass the PERT test
• Complete a physical examination from a licensed physician certifying their ability to participate in continuous strenuous physical activity
• Attend an Information Session
• Complete an EMT program

State of Florida Professional Firefighter Requirements

According to Florida Statues, a full-time paid firefighter must be certified by the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training. To be eligible for certification, students must:

• Have a high school diploma or GED
• Be at least 18 years old at time of the state certification exam
• Have no convictions or significant misdemeanors or felonies
• Be in good physical condition without limitations
• Successfully complete the Minimum Fire Standards course
• Pass the state's written and practical certification exams