Certificate in Fire Training in Vancouver Canada | College of the Rockies

If you're someone who thrives on assisting others, excels in both team and independent settings, and meets the rigorous demands of fire service while maintaining excellent physical condition, pursuing firefighter training could be your ideal career path. Reach out to us for additional information about preparing for this highly fulfilling profession.
Our intensive 23-week Fire Training certificate program offers practical, hands-on learning that equips you with essential skills, knowledge, and certifications to become a competitive applicant for firefighting roles, industrial safety positions, medical first response, and other related fields. Beyond traditional fire and rescue services, graduates find employment opportunities in sectors like oil and gas, forestry, and mining. Located in Creston, BC, the program combines classroom instruction at the College's Creston campus with real-world training at the Town of Creston fire hall and live-fire facility, creating an immersive learning experience. Our instructors bring years of professional experience as firefighters and emergency responders. Graduates earn a College of the Rockies Fire Training certificate plus multiple ProBoard-recognized certifications, including NFPA 1001 Firefighter Levels 1 and 2, NFPA 1072 Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations, and Emergency Medical Responder qualifications.