State Requirements:
- 18 years of age or older
- Be a high school graduate or possess a high school General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
- Submit to a background investigation as prescribed by the State of Florida to determine an applicant's moral character. (Applicant must not have been convicted of, or pled No Contest to, any felony, or have received a Dishonorable Discharge from any branch of the U.S. Armed Forces)
- Pass a medical exam to evidence acceptable physical condition
- Certification as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic (EMTP)
- Be a non-user of tobacco or tobacco products for at least 1 year immediately preceding application as evidenced by sworn affidavit of the applicant. (To include "vaping" or use of electronic cigarettes)
HCC Requirements:
- Comply with State of Florida Requirements
- Submit a completed HCC Fire Academy application
- Submit copies of transcripts from all academic institutions attended
- Successfully pass a physical abilities test (PAT) consisting of the following:
- Completing 30 sit-ups within 1 minute
- Completing 25 push-ups within 1 minute
- Completing a 1 1/2 mile run within 15 minutes and 54 seconds
Equipment Requirements:
As a student in the HCC Fire Academy, you will be required to provide the following items for training:
- Curriculum required textbooks & learning media
- Minimum required uniform issue
- NFPA approved personal protective ensemble consisting of bunker pants and coat, SCBA facepiece, firefighting boots, helmet, gloves, and nomex hood
- 25' of nylon utility rope (1/2" to 5/8' diameter)
Books should be purchased only at the Ybor campus bookstore.