Fire Fighter I/II

This course is based on NFPA 1001: Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications. The course is designed for the person who seeks the knowledge and skills to function as an integral member of a firefighting team under direct or general supervision in hazardous conditions. The Fire Fighter I/II course consists of a combination of classroom study, drill field practice, and training evolutions that will prepare the fire fighter to perform most fire ground functions under the supervision of an officer or experienced firefighter.

The NFPA 1010 is a standard published by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) that consolidates previous professional qualification standards for firefighters into a single document. It combines NFPA 1001, NFPA 1002, NFPA 1003, and NFPA 1005 to establish criteria for various fire service personnel, including the Alabama Fire College’s Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Airport Fire Fighter, Marine Fire Fighter, and Fire Apparatus Operator: ARFF, Pumper, Aerial, and Mobile Water supply programs.

In response to the 2024 update of NFPA 1010, Standard on Professional Qualifications for Firefighters, our Fire Fighter I and Fire Fighter II courses will transition to: IFSTA's Essentials of Fire Fighting, Firefighter I, 8th Edition and Essentials of Fire Fighting, Firefighter II, 8th Edition.

This update will also apply to the following courses:

• Volunteer Fire Fighter
• Fire Fighter I/II Recruit School
• Fire Fighter I/II Bridge
• Fire Fighter I Recertification

These changes will take effect starting June 1, 2026, and will impact course content and certification requirements. For more information regarding Curriculum and Certification Updates, please visit the following link: Curriculum and Certification Updates

For more information, call 1-800-241-2467

Special Equipment -

NFPA compliant turnout gear and SCBA with spare bottle

PASS device

Approved Departmental or Fire College PT clothing
      (Fire College clothing is available at the AFC Bookstore. More than one PT outfit is recommended)

Running shoes

Physical Requirements - This is a physically demanding course which requires the student to be in good physical condition.

Hours   400
Course Cost   $ 1250 In-State     $ 2500 Out-Of-State    

Required Text - Essentials of Fire Fighting, 7th Edition
This book will be utilized for course offerings conducted between January 1, 2026, and May 31, 2026, except for the Alabama Fire College Pilot course, which is scheduled from February 2, 2026, to April 10, 2026. The required textbooks for the Pilot will be Essentials of Fire Fighting, I and II, 8th Edition (see links below)
Essentials of Fire Fighting, Firefighter I, 8th Edition
This book will be utilized for all course offerings beginning June 1, 2026.
Essentials of Fire Fighting, Firefighter II, 8th Edition
This book will be utilized for all course offerings beginning June 1, 2026.
Rapid Intervention Crew
Current Emergency Response Guide or USDOT Digital Copy

Certification Course Syllabus
Practical Exam Materials

Pre-Requisites

• • Physical Statement - AFC & PSEC Form 05 - Per the Alabama Administrative Code (Chapter 360-X-1), This form must be completed and submitted prior to beginning any certification training leading to certification as a Fire Fighter or Volunteer Fire Fighter.
  • Successful completion of Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) within 12 months of start date
  • Prior to Certification as a Fire Fighter I and II: (Pro Board or IFSAC) Certified Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations
  • Additional admission requirements

Course Dates