- Diploma
- 12 months
College Certificate - Firefighter, Pre-Service Education and Training (FFP)
Seneca Polytechnic - Newnham Campus · Toronto, Canada
Tuition
CA$32,331
Application fee: CA$90
Submit by January 1, 2027 · 72 days left · starts January 1, 2027
Ask about this course- Length
- 12 months
- Starts
- January 1, 2027
- IELTS
- 6 overall
- Post-study work
- Not available, as published
- Taught in
- English
- Application fee
- CA$90
- Cost of living (annual)
- CA$23,448
Overview
Firefighter, Pre-Service Education and Training (FFP) is a comprehensive, usually one-year college program is designed to prepare individuals for a firefighting career before being hired by a department. It combines theoretical knowledge with practical, hands-on training to meet NFPA standards. This 12-month certificate program prepares student for a career as a firefighter or rescue specialist, covering fire ground operations, fire suppression, emergency medical responder (EMR), and fire investigation. They'll gain hands-on experience in fire apparatus operation, technical rescue, and hazardous materials. Accredited by the Ontario Fire Marshal’s Office (OFM), this program offers National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) qualifications and equips them with the knowledge and skills for the fire service field. Skills developed include: • Fire suppression and fireground operations
• Inspection and maintenance of firefighting equipment
• Analysis of fire development and suppression concepts
• Fire and life safety inspections
• Technical rescue support and vehicle extrication
• Hazardous materials operations and decontamination procedures
Entry requirements
As the university states them. Whether you meet them depends on your own results — ask us and a consultant will check with you.
- English
- PTE: 58 overall or above
- IELTS: 6 overall or above
- TOEFL: 80 overall or above
- Duolingo: 105 overall or above
- Prior study
- Secondary school
Fees and living costs
- Tuition
- CA$32,331
- Application fee
- CA$90
- Cost of living (annual)
- CA$23,448
Published as Seneca Polytechnic - Newnham Campus publishes it, through ApplyBoard, and not checked by Go Study — ask us and a consultant will confirm any of it with the school.
Intakes
January 1, 2027
Starts January 1, 2027 · apply by January 1, 2027
Applications opened February 19, 2026
January 1, 2028
Starts January 1, 2028 · apply by January 1, 2028
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