OUR PROGRAMS
16-Week Blended Firefighter Training Program
PROGRAM DETAILS
OUR ADVANCED In-Person & Online BLENDED LEARNING STRATEGY SAVES RECRUITS TIME WHEN IT COMES TO UNDERSTANDING CONCEPTS AND COMPLETING REQUIRED COURSE WORK.
OFA has developed an online platform that incorporates a variety of learning tools and aids recruits in successfully completing the theoretical portion of the Firefighter training program.
Recruits will use the IFSTA Essentials of Firefighting, which is provided as an e-book for this program. This book will be utilized throughout the program including the practical phase of training.
The online program is broken down into modules and to ensure recruits understand the learning objectives of each module, recruits are validated by the end of module evaluations. Once all individual elements of the module have been successfully completed the learner can proceed to the next program module.
See firefighter essential training courses: NFPA 1001 level I & II, NFPA 1072 Hazmat Awareness & Hazmat Operations
Aided by live demonstration from one of our qualified Instructors, students will learn all the skills necessary to challenge the OFMEM proctored IFSAC written and skill examinations.
OFA enhances the learning environment by maintaining an optimal recruit-to-instructor ratio during all practical evolutions.
Recruits will receive hands-on training at our facility that covers:
- Skill Sessions
- Search and Rescue
- Decontamination Training
- Auto Extrication Training
- Mock Emergency Calls
- Firefighter Survival
- Ladder Climbing
- Using a Hose
- Other Controlled Environment Training
- And Much More
"The Practical Portion Challenges Individuals to Demonstrate Their Acquired Knowledge Through Hands-On Practice"
Our curriculum
What you will experience
Training Facilities and Equipment
- Recruits will also train at a burn house and rescue tower.
- Personal protective equipment provided for the entire program at no extra cost
Expert Instructors
- Work alongside professional instructors from Municipal Fire Services & Volunteer Departments
- Benefit from the guidance and knowledge of experienced instructors
- Receive valuable instruction throughout the training program
Intense Boot-Camp Environment
- Join other trainees in an intense boot-camp environment
- Learn how to fight fires while performing challenging tasks
- Engage in daily inspections and firefighting drills
Real-World Application
- Respond to increasingly difficult fire scenarios for practical skill development
- Gain experience to effectively handle real-world firefighting situations
PROGRAM INCLUDES
Detailed information & specifics
What's included
- Personal Protective Equipment - (For the duration of the practical training): Firefighting Helmet, Firefighting Flash-Hood, Firefighting Gloves, Firefighting Boots, All Other PPE.
- Academic Course Materials
What’s Not Included
- Daily Meals
- Room & Board
- Safety shoes/boots with a CSA green tag
- Ontario Fire Academy Uniform
REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS
- 18+ Years
- Official Government Photo ID
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, OR pass a qualifying test that has been approved by the Superintendent if you are 18 years+
- Completed Medical Form (Provided upon Application)
- Standard First Aid with Level C CPR
Program Cost
$6,645
- $500 Registration Fee is due upon application approval. This will be applied to the full tuition fee once the application has been fully processed.
- We offer flexible payment plans
- Price includes Ontario Fire Marshall (OFM) testing/certification (IFSAC) exam fees
- Accepted Payment Methods: E-Transfer, Cheque, Debit, Credit
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
ONLINE MODULES
The online program consists of multiple modules, with a validation test at the end of each one. Each module must be passed in order to move on to the next.
PROGRAM HOURS
For the mandatory skills part of this program, the hours are Monday to Saturday, 8:00 am to 6:00 pm. Recruits will have 1-hour for lunch during in-person sessions.
SMALL CLASS
Recruits will work with a small group of other students, with an optimal recruit- to-instructor ratio on all practical sessions. There will be plenty of time to sharpen the skills learned online!
DISCIPLINE
Every recruit must report to OFA on time, wearing a clean uniform, and ready to work alongside fellow firefighters in team building exercises.
This program is approved as a vocational program under the Ontario Career Colleges Act, 2005.
2024 COHORT DATES
*Students are required to finish the theoretical portion online prior to attending the skills session in person.
| Online Start Date | In-Person Start Date* | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| January 8th, 2024 | April 15th, 2024 | April 27th, 2024 |
| January 29th, 2024 | May 6th, 2024 | May 18th, 2024 |
| February 12th, 2024 | May 21st, 2024 | June 2nd, 2024 |
| March 4th, 2024 | June 10th, 2024 | June 22nd, 2024 |
| March 25th, 2024 | July 2nd, 2024 | July 14th, 2024 |
| April 8th, 2024 | July 15th, 2024 | July 27th, 2024 |
| April 22nd, 2024 | July 29th, 2024 | August 11th, 2024 |
| May 6th, 2024 | August 12th, 2024 | August 24th, 2024 |
| May 13th, 2024 | August 19th, 2024 | August 31st, 2024 |
| June 3rd, 2024 | September 9th, 2024 | September 21st, 2024 |
| June 17th, 2024 | September 23rd, 2024 | October 5th, 2024 |
| July 1st, 2024 | October 7th, 2024 | October 20th, 2024 |