Level I & Level II Firefighter
Level I Course Descriptions
Level II Course Descriptions
Advanced and Specialty Course Descriptions
3015 Live Fire Refresher
3032 Hybrid & Electrical Vehicle Considerations
3033 Vehicle Extrication - Hand Tools
3034 Vehicle Extrication - Hydraulics
3035 Emergency Responders Traffic Management
3045 Emergency Vehicle Driver Training
3081 Basic Rapid Intervention Techniques
3083 Advanced Rapid Intervention Techniques
3085 Firefighter Safety & Survival
3091 Thermal Imaging Cameras - Theory
3108 Swift Water Rescue
Fire Service Instructor Course Descriptions
4001 Techniques of Instruction Level I
4002 Techniques of Instruction Level II
4003 Techniques of Instruction Level III
4004 Live Fire Instructor
4005 Live Fire Instructor In Charge
Officer Course Descriptions
3000 Media Relations Awareness
4010 Fire & Life Safety Educator I
4011 Fire & Life Safety Educator II
4020 Incident Scene Safety Officer
4030 Managing Company Tactical Operations
4041 Incident Command System ICS 100
3000 Media Relations Awareness
4040 Incident Command System ICS 100/200
4049 Fire Service Safety Culture
Fire Investigation:
3200 Fundamentals of Fire Investigation
Industrial Course Descriptions
5001 Basic SCBA
5003 Industrial Fire Awareness
5004 Heavy Equipment Fire Awareness
5005 Industrial Skills Refresher
5015 Industrial Live Fire Refresher
5017 Industrial Pump Operations
5020 Industrial Incipient Level Firefighting
5021 Industrial Advanced Exterior Firefighting
5022 Industrial Interior Structural Firefighting
Host a Firefighter Training Class
Are you looking to host a training class in your community? Partnering with the Nova Scotia Firefighters School (NSFS) is a great way to provide professional, certified training to firefighters in your area. We offer a wide range of courses designed to enhance safety, skills, and effectiveness for firefighters at every level of experience.
Why Host a Class with NSFS?
- Expert Instructors: All courses are led by experienced, certified instructors who bring real-world firefighting knowledge to the classroom and the field.
- Comprehensive Curriculum: Our training programs adhere to international and provincial standards, ensuring participants receive the highest quality education.
- Certification: We offer IFSAC and ProBoard Certification with many of our programs.
- Convenience: We bring the training to your location, minimizing travel costs and time for your members.
- Customizable Options: Courses can be tailored to meet the unique needs of your fire department or community.
Training Programs Offered
NSFS offers a variety of courses to suit different training needs, including but not limited to:
- Firefighter Level 1 and 2 Certification
- Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations Certification
- Incident Command System (ICS)
- Fire Officer Development
- Emergency Vehicle Operations
- Rescue Operations (e.g., rope, confined space, auto extrication)
Requirements for Hosting a Class
To ensure a successful training session, here are the basic requirements for hosting a course:
- Training Venue: A suitable classroom space for theory-based lessons and, where applicable, access to training grounds for hands-on exercises.
- Equipment: Any specific tools or gear needed for practical sessions (we can provide a detailed list depending on the course).
- Participant Minimum: Most courses require a minimum number of participants to run effectively. Contact us for specifics.
- Scheduling: Work with NSFS to select dates that fit your department’s availability and align with our instructors’ schedules.
- Compliance: All training activities must adhere to Nova Scotia Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations.
How to Get Started
Hosting a training class is easy! Simply follow these steps:
- Contact Us: Reach out to NSFS to discuss your training needs and desired course(s).
- Plan the Details: Collaborate with our team to finalize course content, location, and schedule.
- Promote the Course: We’ll help you share details with nearby fire departments to maximize attendance.
- Run the Training: Our expert instructors will deliver top-notch training to your team and other participants.
Benefits of Hosting
- Improved firefighter knowledge and skills
- Enhanced safety and readiness for emergency situations
- Stronger bonds between local fire departments
- Opportunities for networking and collaboration
Ready to bring world-class accredited firefighter training to your community? Contact us to discuss hosting options and schedule your course.
Let’s work together to strengthen the skills and safety of firefighters across Nova Scotia!
Online & Distance Class Requirements
Registration:
All students must check their email regularly (including junk mail and spam folders) for correspondence from the NSFS on course dates. All confirmations of registration and directions will come via email. If you have checked your email and have not received anything 3 business days prior to course start, please email info@fireschool.ca
Google Classroom:
(Instructions will be emailed to you)
- All students are required to follow the directions on their instructional email and enroll in the Google Classroom for their course.
- All login information and course announcements will be posted using the Google Classroom.
- Any student not enrolled in the Google Classroom will not receive login information.
- Any assignments or tests in the Google Classroom are to be completed by their assigned due date. (Instructors will advise on assignment/test detials)
- No certificates will be issued to those who fail to complete assignements/tests.
*Any student who possesses a valid excuse about lack of completed assignements must make arrangements with their course Instructors.
Attendance:
(Class schedules vary in length and frequency)
- All students wishing to sign up for any distance learning classes must be willing to commit to all scheduled online classes (if applicable)
- Students completing self-paced programs will be exempt from non-mandatory Q&A sessions if they choose.
- Any absence from a scheduled Zoom/Google Meet class without prior instructor knowledge will result in an unexcused absence. Excused absences are not to for prior work commitments but urgent requirements preventing you from attending. I.e. Fire call, unexpected home emergency, etc.
*Nova Scotia Volunteer Fire Departments may be billed full course fees and textbook costs if a member of their department fails to attend a course without being excused.
Computer System Requirements for Online Learning:
Internet
Students must have access to a computer that has a reliable Internet connection and Web access for the duration of your course. Students can access their account using WiFi , however, high speed is recommended for the ideal learning experience. Most 56K dial-up connections and cable or DLS connections will work, but they may be very slow
MAC or PC
A Macintosh or PC system with these minimum requirements:
PC: Pentium III 600 MHz processor or faster, 256 MB RAM or greater (512 MB or greater recommended), Windows XP/ Vista/ Win7 or newer.
MAC: Intel X86 based processor, 512 MB RAM or greater (1GB recommended), Mac OS-X 10.5 (Leopard) or 10.6 (Snow Leopard)
Web Browser
A graphical browser such as Internet Explorer (version 9.0 or higher) a recent Mozilla Firefox) of Google Chrome is required. In some instances, it may be necessary for some users to upgrade their Web browser programs.
Students will require an Email account to register for any NSFS program; this will be the Email account used to contact online learners.