As a firefighter, you will save lives and property. You are a key member of the community, whether you work as a volunteer or through a department.

Key Skills:

• The science behind fire behavior
• Techniques of firefighting

Did You Know?
The median wage for Firefighters in Ohio is $50,690!
Source: Career One Stop, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor

Program length

Firefighter I - 160 hours (3½ months)
Firefighter II - 84 hours (2 months)
Plus 12 hours additional training

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After completing this program...

You will be eligible to take the Ohio certification exams

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Enrollment Requirements

• ​​Be at least 17 years of age and in your final year of high school
• ​Complete the process as outlined on the enrollment page

Enroll now

The Knox Technical Center is a great learning environment, with instructors that are very knowledgeable, approachable, and driven to make you the best you can be."
G.S., 2021 Firefighter I graduate

cost sheet

36 Hour Volunteer Firefighter

calendar - Orientation Nov. 30 : class starts dec. 1

Firefighter I

program plan

course description

calendar - Orientation July 21 : First class Aug. 2, 2022

calendar - Orientation dec 27 : First class jan 3, 2023

Firefighter II 

You must first complete Firefighter I

program plan

course description

calendar - Orientation Nov 1 : First class Nov. 8, 2022

calendar - Orientation April 11 : First class April 18, 2023

Firefighter Physical Assessment Testing​

Click below for information:

Firefighter PAT

Funding options:

• Students may be eligible for grants and scholarships
• Federal financial aid is not available for programs under 600 hours
• ​For more details, see our Financial Aid page

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The KTC Public Safety program is approved by the Ohio Department of Higher Education.  Our programs are accredited by the Ohio Department of Public Safety #OH116.  Applicants for the Public Safety programs must meet moral, ethical, and substance use policies of the Ohio Department of Public Safety (OAC 4765).