Overview

By combining theory and practical learning, the Firefighter - Pre-Service Education and Training course from Centennial College will help you to develop skills in exciting areas such as fire suppression, rescue operations and environmental protection. At Progress Campus, experienced fire service instructors will deliver the knowledge-based aspects of the offering.

You'll also utilize the training facilities at Ajax Fire Services and your Emergency Patient Care/EMR course will be taught at Morningside Campus, taking advantage of the location's state-of-the-art medical lab.

Key facts

"Courage and compassion" is the credo of Centennial's Pre-Service Firefighter Education and Training program.

When you successfully complete the program, you'll embody these qualities, receive a certificate from Centennial College, and be eligible to write the National Fire Protection Association 1001 Firefighter 1 and 2 as well as the 472 Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations testing.

Many fire departments now require or prefer the Pre-Service Firefighter Education and Training program and/or NFPA 1001. It's expected that the program will increasingly become a minimum criterion for fire service hiring in Ontario.

Career Outlook

Firefighter

Rescue firefighter

Hazmat firefighter

Industrial firefighter

Airport firefighter

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Fire Ground Operations

Fire Suppression

Fitness

Fire and Safety Initiatives

Rescue Operations

Environmental Protection

Emergency Patient Care

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-12 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

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TOEFL^® IBT

67

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PTE Academic

51

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IELTS

6

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Toronto, Canada

Disciplines

Occupational Health and Safety Community Development View 17 other Bachelors in Occupational Health and Safety in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

105

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TOEFL^® IBT

67

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PTE Academic

51

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, or mature student status (19 years or older)

Grade 12 English (C or U), or equivalent (minimum grade required), or take the Centennial English Admission Test

Grade 11 Mathematics (C, M, or U) or Grade 12 Mathematics (C, M, or U), or equivalent (minimum grade required), or take the Centennial College Math Skills Assessment for Admission

English language proficiency

Provide a clear medical report

Complete/update CPR and First Aid training

Assume the cost for your uniforms, personal protective equipment, study materials and mandatory tests, including but not limited to physical fitness testing, and other provincially required testing

Though not required for this program, you should be aware that in order to secure employment with a municipal fire service, you must, among other things, have 20/30 vision, pass a physical and medical fitness test and have no criminal record.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

30246 CAD / year

≈ 30246 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

12169 CAD / year

≈ 12169 CAD / year

Living costs

Toronto

Canada

1502 - 2563 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Programme Structure

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