Fire Academy

 
What We Do
 
The Indian River State College Basic Recruit Fire Academy is certified by the Bureau of Firefighter Standards and Training.  The Fire Academy manages both the Basic Recruit Academy and the Pre-Employment Testing for agencies throughout the Treasure Coast region. From your Firefighter Physical Agility Test (FPAT) to the academy application to the required hiring assessments for local agencies, IRSC provides the training, classes, and resources you need to launch your firefighting career.
  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • Must be high school graduates or equivalent (GED)
  • Must complete fingerprinting, a Level 2 background check, and a self-assessment
  • Must have NREMT Certificate (EMT training is offered at IRSC)
  • Must have been released or discharged from the military honorably (If Applicable)
  • Must never have been convicted of any felony, misdemeanor involving perjury, a false statement, or domestic violence.  An applicant shall also be disqualified if they have committed a misdemeanor that involves "moral turpitude".  Legally, moral turpitude has been defined as "conduct contrary to justice, honesty, modesty, or good morals".
  • Must pass a thorough medical and hearing examination
  • Must have the ability to participate in vigorous physical activities without restrictions
  • Must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License (An applicant may be disqualified based on traffic violations.  This would be due to the number and type of violations reported on their driver's license history report.)
  • Must be a U.S. citizen
  • Must pass drug screeeing
  • Must never have been in a formal or informal criminal gang or associated with any gang members as defined by FSS 874.03.
  • Must be of good moral character
 
Scholarships are available to help with costs.  Please check with financial aid.
 
 
 
 

The Firefighter Physical Agility Test (FPAT) for the Summer 2026 term is scheduled for January 7, 13, and 16.

  • January 7th will serve as a practice day for all candidates.

  • January 13th and 16th are the official testing days.

  • Here is a link to a video that demonstrates the required techniques. 

 Video Link 

Please continue to check back for the opening date of the FPAT Application.  It is first-come, first-served.

 

  Step 1: Complete Fire Physical Agilities Test (FPAT) Application Process
 
 
Summer Classes will begin April 27, 2026
  • Complete and Submit FPAT Application (Online)
  • Pay (Gosignmeup)
  • Receive Letter from the Executive Dean
  • Receive and Complete Medical Waiver Form
 
   Step 2: If Selected
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  1.  Apply IRSC
  2.  Complete Formal Fire Academy Application (Online)
  3.  Fingerprinting
  4.  Tobacco Affidavit
  5.  Drug Screening
  6.  Face-to-Face Screening
  7.  Orientation 
  8.  SCBA Fitting
Below is the link to the FPAT Application.  It will be live at 8:00 am on Friday, December 5, 2025.  It is on a first-come, first-served basis.
 
 
 
 
There will be two classes, one in the day and one in the evening.  Each class will have 36 student cadets.  
 

                                                        Day Classes                   January 20, 2026 to April 24, 2026           7:30 am – 4:30 pm M-F

                                                        Night Classes                January 12, 2026 to June 26, 2026           6:00 pm – 10:00 pm M-T

                                                                                                                                                                      7:30 am – 4:30 pm Saturday

 
*You will receive your Fire Academy Regulations Manual on the first day of classes.

Anthony Nunez

Fire Academy Director

772-462-7968

anunez11@irsc.edu