January 8th, 2022 – June 11th, 2022
The York County Chiefs Association is pleased to announce its 2022 Firefighter I & II Academy, using the International Fire Service Training Association (IFSTA) Essentials of Firefighting, 7th Edition curriculum.
This program meets or exceeds the requirements of NFPA 1001; Standard for Firefighter Professional Qualifications, 2013 edition. The academy prepares the student for Pro Board Certification through Maine Fire Service Institute, which will be offered at the completion of the YCCA FF I & II Academy.
The student must possess the aptitude and cognitive learning skills to comprehend college level education. The course is offered in conjunction with the Maine Fire Service Institute and Southern Maine Community College. Applicants successfully obtaining certification are eligible to receive college credit for this course.
Application Deadline: Friday, November 26th, 2021 @ 4:00 pm. Only completed applications will be accepted. Completed applications shall include signatures for the medical information section, and fire chief authorization.
Click Here for the Academy Application
Priority Registration: York County Fire Departments will have priority on registrations received on or before November 1st, 2021. After November 1st, all received applications will be accepted on a first come, first serve basis.
Acceptance Letters: Acceptance letters will be emailed on December 1, 2021
Tuition: 750.00, which includes textbook, student manuals, and required uniform shirt
Student Orientation: December 7, 2021 @ 6:00 pm – Location: Saco Fire Department
271 North St. Saco, ME, 04072
Class Schedule: Classes will begin on January 8, 2022, and are scheduled for most Saturdays, with some full Saturday & Sundays classes scheduled, concluding on or about June 19th, 2022. A full course schedule will be made available at the Student Orientation Night.
Minimum Number of Students: 12. The course may be cancelled if minimum enrollment is not met prior to November 24th, 2021. Maximum Number of Students: 24