Where Heroes Begin

Forsyth Tech High School Fire Academy

Prepare Today to Protect Tomorrow

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Take the First Step to Becoming a Hero!

Dreaming of a career in firefighting? Want to give back to your community? Start your journey with Forsyth Tech’s High School Fire Academy, where you can earn 99% of your firefighter certification at no cost—all while you’re still in high school! Enroll today and be ready to serve as a certified firefighter right out of graduation. 

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Hands-On Learning Experience

Walk in Firefighter Boots While Still in High School

  • Early Planning: Speak with your high school guidance counselor early to complete necessary general education requirements.
  • Program Start: Begins in the fall semester of your junior year.
  • Hands-On Training: Includes several all-day field trips with practical exercises (equipment and transportation provided).
  • State Certification: Certifications earned through this program are recognized statewide in North Carolina.  Note: To take the state certification tests the student must have a government or student picture ID.
  • Eligibility: Requires a minimum GPA of 2.8 (exceptions may be granted by principals).
  • Post-Graduation:
    • Complete a 40-hour course and pass state exams for firefighter certification.
    • Non-affiliated students may incur costs for the final class and equipment.


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Note:
 After students turn 18, they must take a 40-hour class (Fire Ground Ops 9), that, along with proof of high school completion, will trigger NCOSFM to generate their credential. 

Seniors can participate and receive credit for the modules they complete towards the firefighter credential.

 For schools that do not follow the 16-week semester model, contact the program coordinator.

Forsyth County’s Next Generation of Firefighters Start Here.

Answer the Call – Apply Now to Begin Your Firefighter Training in Forsyth County!

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Stokes County’s Next Generation of Firefighters Start Here.

Answer the Call – Apply Now to Begin Your Firefighter Training in Stokes County!

Stokes County Students
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Eager to Learn the Skills of a Firefighter?

Prepare today to protect tomorrow

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Using power tools to cut through cars and wood
  • Climbing ladders for tactical skills
  • Learning search and rescue techniques
  • Practicing basic first aid skills


What You Won’t Be Doing

  • No exposure to live fire situations
  • No driving of firefighting apparatus