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(904) 997-4953
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Explore Our Programs

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Firefighter

This program prepares students for certification and initial employment as fire fighters in the state of Florida.
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Emergency Medical Technician

This program prepares graduates to function as entry-level emergency medical technicians.
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Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighting Training

The Fire Academy of the South is home to a new state-of-the-art ARFF training center
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Paramedic

The program prepares students for employment as paramedics.
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