Basic Firefighter Training Course
Course Hours: 335.0 Hours
Course Description
The Basic Firefighter Training Course (BFTC) is a 10 week (423 hour) course that reflects NFPA 1001 (current), as well as NFPA 1072 (current). The students will be tested mentally and physically in stages throughout the course delivery to ensure competence and ability at the various levels of basic firefighting. During the course, testing will include weekly written tests administered by the Georgia Fire Academy Division. Practical skill performance and evaluation will occur throughout the course to ensure competency in job performance capabilities necessary.
Prerequisites
Electronic preregistration is required for every student attending the class.
Upon notification of acceptance to the course, the following documents for the following prerequisites will be required for attendance:
a. Medical Affidavit/Physicians Certificate.
b. Proof of CPR equivalent to the American Heart Association (AHA) Health-Care Provider course.
c. NIMS 700 and 100.
d. Acknowledgement form regarding Student Policies and Procedures, and Student Code of Ethics.
e. Student information and emergency contact information form.
Official forms, documents, and processes for submission shall be provided to applicant upon acceptance into the training course.
Who Should Attend
Personnel who aspire to obtain Georgia State Firefighter Certification.
Special Notes
Students must provide IFSTA Essentials of Fire Fighting, (current ed.), in addition to positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus with two cylinders and full structural firefighter protective clothing to include boots, coat, pants, gloves, helmet, and hood. All clothing and equipment must be in good condition and meet applicable NFPA standards. No shorts or sleeveless shirts may be worn.
A Professional appearance is required of all students attending the Basic Firefighter Training Course. Additional rules of conduct will be provided upon acceptance into the training course and on the first day of class.
Students attending the Georgia Fire Academy Basic Firefighter Training Course will also need internet access.
For courses delivered by the Georgia Fire Academy: homework, additional assignments, and additional resources may be a part of this course and available through the GPSTC online learning platform.
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End Date |
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| 03/24/2023 |
06/02/2023 |
GPSTC, FORSYTH |
08:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m. |
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| 07/07/2023 |
09/15/2023 |
GPSTC, FORSYTH |
08:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m. |
TBA |
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| 09/08/2023 |
11/17/2023 |
GPSTC, FORSYTH |
08:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m. |
TBA |
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| 01/05/2024 |
03/22/2024 |
GPSTC, FORSYTH |
08:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m. |
TBA |
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| 03/08/2024 |
05/24/2024 |
GPSTC, FORSYTH |
08:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m. |
TBA |
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| 07/07/2024 |
09/20/2024 |
GPSTC, FORSYTH |
08:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m. |
TBA |
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| 08/30/2024 |
11/15/2024 |
GPSTC, FORSYTH |
08:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m. |
TBA |
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