Florida Firefighter Equivalency Requirements

If the fire training you have received in another state or through the Department of Defense is equivalent to what is required in Florida, you may be eligible for our Equivalency Program to obtain Florida Firefighter II certification without having to attend a Florida fire academy.

To determine eligibility, a review of your documented training will be reviewed by the Challenge Review Board. Please realize that acceptance by the Challenge Review Board is only the first step in achieving a Florida Firefighter Certificate of Compliance. A written and practical examination is required of all qualified persons seeking certification.

If you fail to meet the requirements, for any reason, you will receive written notification explaining the deficiencies found in your documentation. If your application is denied, you would be required to attend a Firefighter Minimum Standards Course, at one of the many Certified Training Centers located throughout Florida, in order to be certified as a firefighter in this state.

If you have any questions about the Florida Firefighter Equivalency Requirements, please contact:

Mary Ann Benson
maryann.benson@myfloridacfo.com
(352) 369-2815