Admission & Program Requirements
Fire Fighter I
Qualifying score on the WorkKeys assessment and a copy of high school diploma/ GED OR if you are enrolled through COTC a copy of your student ID.
FIREFIGHTER CLASS REQUIREMENTS:
Capable of strenuous physical activity
Mandatory class participation, career ready fitness training & objectives
No facial hair (mustache acceptable)
Submit physical form on the first day of class. Physical is only valid up to one year prior to the start of class.
NFPA approved fire equipment and gear. C-TEC will assist you with rental gear as needed.
Valid Driver’s License
Completion of NIMS 100+700 (copy of certificate required)
Must be at least 17 years old and a high school senior
Must be in department uniform or navy blue C-TEC shirt and pants with black shoes. Refer to the EMT and Firefighter Student hand- books.
Must have a current, valid Ohio Driver's License, and must not have any restrictions that would prevent the student to be insured for automobile/liability insurance coverage provided by a potential employer.
BCI/FBI background check code #109 578 will be required before clinical time. Please have your BCI/FBI mailed to:
C-TEC, attn: Tammy Martin. 150 Price Road, Newark, OH 43055
Applicant shall not have been convicted of any of the following:
- Any felony
- A misdemeanor committed in the course of practice
- A misdemeanor involving moral turpitude.Background checks are only valid up to one year prior to the start of class.
EMS & EVOC Certs per ODE Public Safety Requirements.
Click here for all required forms (All forms should be printed prior to the first class)
Any student funded by a department will need to present a letter of intent to pay from the chief at the time of enrollment. Fax letter of intent to (740) 364-2303. To enroll call registration at (740) 364-2261.
Fire Fighter II
The Fire Fighter ll student must have successfully completed FF l, hold a current ODPS FF l Certification, and must also hold a current EVOC card that has been issued within the last year.