• 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 be drug-free
• 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

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.

Participation is limited to 75 candidates, and from those, one class of 36 will be selected.

Please continue to check back for the opening date of the FPAT Application. Only the first 75 applicants will be able to register and complete the FPAT for the Summer 2026 term.  It is first-come, first-served.

• Complete and Submit Application (Online)
• Pay (Gosignmeup)
• Receive Letter from the Executive Dean Letter
• Receive and Complete Medical Waiver Form
• Take a Drug Test