Welcome to the Broward Fire Academy!

BROWARD FIRE ACADEMY
2600 Southwest 71 Terrace,  Davie, FL 33314
754.321.1300,  Fax 754.321.1302

Dear Broward Fire Academy Applicants,

firefighter The Firefighter I & II Program is a 450-hour course.  This program meets the requirements set forth by the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training, State Fire Marshal Office, for certification as a firefighter.   Included in the Firefighter I & II Programs are the written and practical portions of the State Firefighter I & II Certification Examination.

 The Firefighter I & II Program is a physically and mentally challenging course that includes extensive classroom and practical field components.  The Firefighter I & II Program is offered in two class schedules, a full-time day class schedule and a part-time night class schedule.  The day class schedule is Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and is approximately 3 months in length.  The night class schedule is Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:15 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and is approximately 6 months in length.  The course registration fee is $1,313.00* for Florida residents.  Course registration fees are higher for out of state students.  In addition to the registration fees, a student will be required to purchase books, uniforms and supplies.  Students must provide their own bunker gear, boots, hood, helmet and gloves.  These items may be purchased or rented from any company.  For your convenience we have provided a list of suppliers on our web page at www.bfa.edu under EQUIPMENT SUPPLIER’S.  The Broward Fire Academy, McFatter Technical Center or Broward County Public Schools do not endorse any equipment supplier.

 Entry into the Firefighter I & II Program requires the applicant to perform all mandatory requirements in a set time period and by the deadlines set by the Broward Fire Academy.  Applicants who miss a deadline or who do not meet the requirements process may be removed from this selection process.  All applicants must have completed the TABE Testing, CPR, First Responder, EMT or the Paramedic program and obtain a passing score on the Broward Fire Academy Entrance Ability Test prior to entry into the academy.  

 Due to safety and student confidentiality, we are unable to release student information over the phone.  All students must come in person to the Broward Fire Academy with a valid photo ID to check and or update information.

THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS MUST BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO REGISTRATION:

  1. Complete and pass the Orientation and TABE Testing.
  2. Possess a valid BLS-HCP Adult and Infant AED, CPR Card.
  3. Possess a First Responder, EMT or Paramedic certificate.
  4. Register for the next available Broward Fire Academy Entrance Ability Test.
  5. Upon passing the Broward Fire Academy Entrance Ability Test, all applicants will be given the Broward Fire Academy Registration Documents.  Only applicants COMPLETING the above required certifications, test and Registration Documents will be permitted to register for the upcoming Firefighter I & II Program.   Space is limited to the first 40 completed applicants.
  6. All applicants are also required to meet the requirements of Florida Administrative Code 69A-37 http://fac.dos.state.fl.us/faconline/chapter69.pdf and Florida Statute 633.34 & 633.35 http://www.leg.state.fl.us/Statutes/ (go to:  TITLE XXXVII Insurance, Chapter 633 Fire Prevention and Control, 633.34 Firefighters, qualifications for employment, and 633.35 Firefighter training and certification).

 *FEES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.

In affiliation with McFatter Technical Center  -  Broward County Public Schools

FINANCIAL AID:  Early application is suggested as the processing takes a few months.  "Financial Aid approval must be completed, approved and presented at time of registration. No refunds will be issued unless the student is withdrawing from the program and request is made within the guidelines of School Board Policy #6607."  For any questions regarding financial aid please call Ms. Aleman at 754.321.5804 or Ms. Parker at 754.321.5738.  For VA information please contact Mr. Morina at 754.321.5840, for additional program information please contact Ms. Kelly at 754.321.5810.            

ORIENTATION AND TABE TESTING:

All prospective fire academy students must achieve a minimum of 10.0 in all three areas of the TABE Test (Reading, Mathematics and Language).  It is recommended that the TABE requirements be completed well in advance of the ability test to ensure the student’s eligibility for academy registration.  TABE Testing must be completed prior to registration for the academy and results are valid for two years from the date of testing.

ORIENTATION AND TABE TESTING SCHEDULE:

Tuesday 8:15 a.m.
Tuesday 5:15 p.m.
Thursday 8:15 a.m.

 

 LOCATION:
McFatter Technical Center, Student Services Building
6500 NOVA DRIVE
DAVIE, FL 33317
754-321-5742

Registration Fee: $5.00*
Arrive 15 minutes prior to the above times for Check-in and Processing
You must bring a Photo ID with you to be eligible for testing (i.e. Driver’s License)
Class size limited to 30 students per session 

Upon completing the TABE Test, all individuals need to contact Ms. Kelly at 754.321.5810 to schedule an appointment to review your test scores. Please allow one working day for the TABE Test Score results to be processed.

TEST SCORES WILL NOT BE GIVEN OVER THE PHONE

*FEES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.                                                                      Rev:  07/17/2008

The School Board of Broward County, Florida prohibits any policy or procedure which results in discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, marital status, race, religion or sexual orientation. Individuals with disabilities requesting accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may call the Equal Educational Opportunities Department (EEO) at 754.321.2150 or TDD# 754.321.2158.