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Fire Academy FAQs

What is the New Recruit Fire Academy? 

The New Recruit Fire Academy is a comprehensive training program designed to equip newly hired firefighters with the essential skills and knowledge needed for their roles. It covers a wide range of topics, including fire safety, emergency response, and practical firefighting techniques.

How can I join the next New Recruit Fire Academy? 

To become part of the next academy class, you must first be hired by one of our partner agencies. These agencies send their newly hired firefighters to participate in the academy.

Who are the partner agencies? 

The Front Range Fire Consortium (FRFC) is made up of eleven fire departments in Northern Colorado. The membership includes:

  • Boulder Fire Rescue
  • Boulder Rural Fire Rescue
  • Front Range Fire Rescue
  • Greeley Fire Department
  • Lafayette Fire Department
  • Longmont Fire Department
  • Louisville Fire Protection District
  • Loveland Fire Rescue Authority
  • Mountain View Fire Protection District
  • Platte Valley Fire Protection District
  • Windsor Severance Fire Rescue
How do I apply to a partner agency? 

To apply, you should reach out directly to the partner agencies. Each agency has its own hiring process and requirements, so it's best to contact them for detailed information on how to apply.

Keep an eye on our social media acounts because we do our best to let everyone know when our partner agencies are hiring. 

Can I attend the academy if I'm not hired by a partner agency? 

Currently, the academy is specifically designed for recruits hired by our partner agencies. We recommend contacting these agencies to explore employment opportunities that could lead to participation in the academy.

Where can I find more information? 

For more information about the FRFC New Recruit Fire Academy and our partner agencies, please contact us directly or explore our website.

Leadership Training FAQs

How will the selection process be managed, and when will I know if I am selected as a student? 

Your training staff will be selecting the students from your department. All students will be notified of selection no later than the end of July.

How many seats will each department have, and are there going to be any “at large seats” beyond what is reserved for FRFC members? 

Initially each department will have available five seats; there may be more available to the larger FRFC departments IF seats available to departments are not used. There are no “at large” seats available.

Are college credits available for this course? 

Not yet, but we are working toward that goal.

Are there make-ups available if I have to miss classes? 

No. Attendance is an important part of the course and grading structure. Students should not enroll in the course if they will miss more than two classes in any given semester.