# Pre-Service Firefighter Education and Training Welcome to the Northern College Pre-Service Firefighter program. | | | |---|---| | Type | PDF | | Size | 499 KB | [Open original PDF →](https://www.northerncollege.ca/uploads/Firefighter-Program-Requirements.pdf) Referenced from: [Pre-Service Firefighter Education and Training](/programs/pre-service-firefighter-education-and-training/) ## Document text ## Pre-Service Firefighter Education and Training ## Program Specific Requirements & Additional Information ## Program Requirements ## Overview Welcome to the Northern College Pre-Service Firefighter program. You have chosen to pursue an exciting and challenging career. You should be aware that various fire agencies use strict requirements for their firefighter selection testing instruments. Northern College does not use these strict requirements as entrance requirements; however, we do use them for career counseling purposes. We want you to be successful in the Pre-Service Firefighter program. To do this, Northern College will familiarize you with the criteria used in the pre-interview assessment phase of recruiting firefighters. This method will assist us in helping you succeed in your quest to become the best you can be. ## Pre-Admission Requirements The following outlines are what you will require for the first week and what is involved with the firefighter selection process: - 1) Students must complete and submit the CSEP Get Active Questionnaire to participate in fitness testing. You must bring in a completed form indicating that you can participate in rigorous fitness testing. This testing process is a Compulsory part of the program and will not be repeated. It is very important to remember to bring attire suitable for strenuous physical activity. - 2) Students must complete a Criminal Record Check at their local police department by completing the applicable CIPC form. Students must provide a copy of the original document to the designated person in their department and must be done on the first day of class and be current within 3 months of the start of the 1 st semester. Any costs incurred when obtaining the Criminal Record Check is the student's responsibility. More information on the process of obtaining the Criminal Record Check can be found at CPIC. - 3) Prior to admission, you must provide evidence that you are a Canadian citizen or that you have permanent residency in Canada. - 4) We recommend that you hold a valid Driver's License (Class G) . Note : Prior to hiring in a Fire Service a DZ license may be required . ## Program Equipment List You will need to purchase or provide: - Textbooks ($750.00) - Black safety boots - NFPA fire gloves - NFPA balaclava - Approved NFPA or CAN/CSA Structural Firefighter Boots - Uniforms can be purchased during the first week from suppliers. The cost of the above items is approximately $1,250.00 excluding textbooks. A list of vendors will be provided to you on Orientation Day. ## Information for Graduates This curriculum is based on the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1001 (2019) Edition, which meets the body of knowledge and practical skills required to meet the jobrelated performance objectives. Graduates of the Pre-Service Firefighter Education and Training Program are eligible to write the OFMEM Provincial Firefighter Certification Tests, which will give them NFPA 1001 Firefighter I, II and NFPA 1072 Hazardous Materials Operations certification, and NFPA 1035 First and Life Safety Educator. Note : In order to graduate and be eligible to write the OFMEM provincial tests and perform the practical skills testing, students must be able to pass an NFPA 1582 equivalent medical evaluation and an equivalent CPAT (Candidate Physical Ability Test). ## Additional Information In view of the strenuous physical demands of professional firefighters, it is strongly recommended that applicants acquire and maintain an advanced level of physical fitness including cardiovascular and upper body strength, prior to and throughout the program. Students are strongly advised to have their visual acuity, colour vision and hearing assessed. A career in municipal fire services requires visual requirements of at least 20/30 in each eye without corrective lenses. Students are also encouraged to investigate and ensure they are free of acrophobia and claustrophobia. A deficit in any of these areas may prevent securing employment in the fire services field. Students are required to adhere to the code of conduct as found in the Pre-Service Firefighter Student Manual that includes professionalism, integrity, reliability, punctuality, maturity, and strong interpersonal and communication skills. Students are advised that all competencies specified for this program must be met, and therefore, attendance in class, lab and field placement experience is essential. ## Contact Information For general questions, contact Northern College's Admissions Office at 1.866.736.5877 or 705.235.7222. You can also email Admissions at admissions@northern.on.ca. For additional information, contact the program coordinator: ## Timmins Campus Craig Hartley Program Coordinator, Pre-Service Firefighter Education and Training 705.235.3211 ext. 2121 hartleyc@northern.on.ca ## Pre-Service Firefighter Education and Training Program Specific Requirements & Additional Information ## Important Program Information Dear Student The following requirements must be met to attend labs and learning placements during the academic year. Please note that an expectation of the (T085) Pre-Service Firefighter program is that every student must obtain and provide this required documentation. These documents include the following: Student Name: Student Number: - [ ] ☐ Criminal Record Check - [ ] ☐ Copy of Valid First Aid/CPR (HCP) recommended - [ ] ☐ CSEP Get Active Questionnaire - [ ] ☐ WHMIS Certificate ( Valid until end of program ) - [ ] ☐ AODA Certificate - [ ] ☐ Worker Health & Safety in 4 Steps ( Send/submit a photocopy of certificate to Northern College ) Please ensure that you keep your originals/photocopies of requirements as instructed. Occasionally an agency may request items that are not contained in this list. Please be aware that delays in obtaining requested information will invariably result in delays in placement start times and could jeopardize student success and/or lead to delays in eligibility for graduation and provincial qualifying exams. -CSEP SCPE Get Active Questionnaire SCIENCE AND PERSONAL TRAINING THE GOLD STANDARD IN EXERCISE CANADIAN SOCIETY FOR EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY - PHYSICAL ACTIVITY TRAINING FOR HEALTH (CSEP-PATH°) ## Physical activity improves your physical and mental health. Even small amounts of physical activity are good, and more is better. For almost everyone, the benefits of physical activity far outweigh any risks. For some individuals, specific advice from a Qualified Exercise Professional (QEP - has post-secondary education in exercise sciences and an advanced certification in the area - see csep.ca/certifications) or health care provider is advisable. This questionnaire is intended for all ages - to help move you along the path to becoming more physically active. · I am completing this questionnaire for myself. I am completing this questionnaire for my child/dependent as parent/guardian. - [ ] PREPARE TO BECOME MORE ACTIVE - [ ] The following questions will help to ensure that you have a safe physical activity experience. Please answer YES or NO to each question before you become more physically active. If you are unsure about any question, answer YES. © Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology, 2017. All rights reserved. THE GOLD STANDARD IN EXERCISE -CSEP SCPE Get Active Questionnaire SCIENCE AND PERSONAL TRAINING ASSESS YOUR CURRENT PHYSICAL ACTIVITY ## Answer the following questions to assess how active you are now. 1 During a typical week, on how many days do you do moderate- to vigorous-intensity aerobic physical activity (such as brisk walking, cycling or jogging)? ## 2 On days that you do at least moderate-intensity aerobic physical activity (e.g., brisk walking), for how many minutes do you do this activity? DAYS/ WEEK MINUTES/ DAY For adults, please multiply your average number of days/week by the average number of minutes/day: MINUTES/ WEEK - Canadian 24-Hour Movement Guidelines recommend that adults accumulate at least 150 minutes of moderate- to vigorous- - intensity physical activity per week. For children and youth, at least 60 minutes daily is recommended. Strengthening muscles and bones at least two times per week for adults, and three times per week for children and youth, is also recommended )(see csep.ca/guidelines). GENERAL ADVICE FOR BECOMING MORE ACTIVE Increase your physical activity gradually so that you have a positive experience. Build physical activities that you enjoy into your day (e.g., take a walk with a friend, ride your bike to school or work) and reduce your sedentary behaviour (e.g., prolonged sitting). If you want to do vigorous-intensity physical activity (i.e., physical activity at an intensity that makes it hard to carry on a ## conversation), and you do not meet minimum physical activity recommendations noted above, consult a Qualified Exercise Professional (QEP) beforehand. This can help ensure that your physical activity is safe and suitable for your circumstances. Physical activity is also an important part of a healthy pregnancy. Delay becoming more active if you are not feeling well because of a temporary illness. DECLARATION To the best of my knowledge, all of the information I have supplied on this questionnaire is correct. If my health changes, I will complete this questionnaire again. Sign and date the Declaration below Name (+ Name of Parent/Guardian if applicable) [Please print] Date © Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology, 2017. All rights reserved. I answered NO to all questions on Page 1 I answered YES to any question on Page 1 Check the box below that applies to you: I have consulted a health care provider or Qualified Exercise Professional QEP) who has recommended that I become more physically active. < ## I am comfortable with becoming more physically active on my own without consulting a health care provider or QEP. - [ ] Signature (or Signature of Parent/Guardian if applicable) Date of Birth Email (optional) - [ ] Telephone (optional) With planning and support you can enjoy the benefits of becoming more physically active. A QEP can help. Check this box if you would like to consult a QEP about becoming more physically active. (This completed questionnaire will help the QEP get to know you and understand your needs.) PAGE 2 OF 2 --- Source: [https://www.northerncollege.ca/uploads/Firefighter-Program-Requirements.pdf](https://www.northerncollege.ca/uploads/Firefighter-Program-Requirements.pdf)