We equip you with the skills necessary to build your career and fulfill your destiny. In the program you'll gain hands-on experience in advanced medical first responder, firefighting, technical rescue, and more. You’ll be trained in the field and at our state-of-the-art facilities under real-life conditions.

The courses are taught by full-time, certified faculty and part-time Fire Service personnel. They start you at the most basic level and progressively advance you through all requirements of the National Fire Protection Association's Professional Standards.

Visit the Marine Institute Academic Calendar for complete program structure and course details.

• Firefighter Level I and II
• Fire Apparatus Driver Operator
• Rope Rescue

Candidates for admission to the Technical Certificate - Fire Rescue Program must have a High School diploma; a grade 11 Public Examination Matriculation Certificate; a Level III Adult Basic Education (ABE) Certificate; or other qualifications judged by the Marine Institute to be high school equivalent.

Upon acceptance to the program, all candidates must pass a medical examination and submit a Certificate of Conduct from their Local Police Force. In addition, candidates must possess a Valid Driver’s License with an Air Brake Endorsement.

View full admission requirements.

Potential Careers

• Municipal fire departments
• Fire Teams on Industrial sites
• Training Institutes

Further Your Education

• Industry Short Courses