How do I become a firefighter in Orange County?

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
Possess a high school diploma.
No experience required.
Licenses & Certifications: (position requirements at application)
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification in the State of California and/or EMT National Registry certification.

How long is the hiring process for LAFD?

6-weeks
A. It typically takes up to 6-weeks to process and send out scores. Candidates are encouraged to check their email on a regular basis.

How long is LAFD fire Academy?

18 weeks
The LAFD takes tremendous pride in training some of the finest firefighters in the world. During your 18 weeks in the Training Academy, you will be required to demonstrate sufficient strength and stamina to accomplish entry-level Firefighter tasks.

What is FCA firefighter?

FIREFIGHTER CANDIDATE ASSESSMENT (FCA): The FCA, or Firefighter Candidate Assessment, is a computer-based test battery consisting of two parts; a multimedia assessment and a self-description component. In the multimedia portion, candidates respond to audio and video cues on the computer.

How do I apply for an Orange County Fire Authority job?

Welcome to the Orange County Fire Authority’s application process! You can apply online by clicking on the job title you are interested in and clicking on the “Apply” link! If this is the first time you are applying using our online job application, you will need to create an account and select a Username and Password.

How do I contact the Irvine Fire Department?

What does pre-fire management prevention services do in Orange County?

Pre-Fire Management Prevention Field Services Residents Text 9-1-1 Anywhere in Orange County Careers Emergency Medical Services File A Claim Fire Cadet Planning & Development Prevention Field Services Purchase Surplus Property Reserve Firefighter Resident Medical Information Form Sandbags Transparency Board Agenda / Minutes Compensation

Who is the new fire chief of OCFA?

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