Southwest Florida Fire Academy

Southwest Florida Fire Academy

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The Southwest Florida Fire Academy was established in 1972 as the Fort Myers Fire Academy. The Southw Contact our administration office if you have questions.

We are the Fort Myers Fire Academy located on the campus of the Southwest Florida Public Service academy. Established in 1972, and recognized by the Florida State Fire College, we are a premier fire academy south of Sarasota Florida. We offer a multitude of different Fire/EMT classes thru out the entire year. Classes offered go anywhere from basic minimum firefighter standards, to advanced firefig

Southwest Florida Public Service Academy โ€“ Southwest Florida Criminal Justice and Fire Academy 03/20/2025

We are NOW ACCEPTING applications for our New Paramedic Program!

๐Ÿ—“ Program Start Date: Monday, April 23, 2025, at 8:00 AM

About the Program:
๐Ÿš‘ Designed for aspiring paramedics who are ready to take their EMS careers to the next level.
๐Ÿ“œ State-approved curriculum that meets Florida Department of Health standards.
โœ”๏ธ Approved CoAEMSP Letter of Review.
๐Ÿš‘ Hands-on clinical and field experience with local EMS agencies.

Eligibility Requirements:
โœ… Must have graduated from one of our previous EMT classes.
โœ… Hold a current State of Florida EMT certification.
โœ… Hold current AHA CPR certification.

๐Ÿ’ก Apply Today โ€“ Limited Seats Available!
For more information or to apply, visit www.swfpsa.org.


Southwest Florida Public Service Academy

Southwest Florida Public Service Academy โ€“ Southwest Florida Criminal Justice and Fire Academy The Southwest Florida Public Service Academy, an extension of Ft. Myers Technical College is comprised of two separate Public Safety Academies: The Southwest Florida Criminal Justice Academy and The Southwest Florida Fire Academy.

Photos from Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District's post 03/13/2025

Thank you Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District for the generous donation. ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿš’๐Ÿง‘โ€๐Ÿš’

Photos from Southwest Florida Fire Academy's post 09/24/2024

We would like to thank Lehigh Acres Fire Recuse for bringing out their 100 foot ladder truck for our Fire Recruits to climb and get some hands on experience. We are grateful for the community support! ๐Ÿš’

08/26/2024

ENROLLING NOW!! Are you interested in becoming an EMT? If so we are currently accepting applications for the the EMT Class 2404 which will be starting in October. Here is the link to all the information you will need to apply:
https://swfpsa.org/courses/emergency-medical-technician-atd/

07/19/2024

Congratulations to the EMT Class 2402. They finished their finals this week and will be studying for their NREMT state exam over the next week ๐Ÿฉบ๐Ÿš‘

Photos from Southwest Florida Fire Academy's post 07/17/2024

We have a new class! Fire 2402 is on campus and things are heating up ๐Ÿ”ฅ

Photos from Southwest Florida Fire Academy's post 04/12/2024

Fire Class 2401 is coming to a close. They had several days of live fire over the past week. ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿš’

Photos from Southwest Florida Fire Academy's post 03/25/2024

Big shout out to Lehigh Acres Fire Department for bringing the ladder truck over for Fire Class 2401 ladder climb day!

Photos from Southwest Florida Fire Academy's post 03/04/2024

We are so thankful for the relationships we have with outside agencies that are always willing to show up and do hands on presentations for our recruits. EMT Class 2402 spent their morning learning from each department. Thank you to each of you for spending your time educating this group!

Photos from Southwest Florida Fire Academy's post 03/01/2024

EMT Class 2402 had their MCI Day today.

Photos from Southwest Florida Fire Academy's post 02/17/2024

EMT class 2401 has had a busy few weeksโ€ฆ they did some simulations of difficult calls and more patient assessments ๐Ÿฉบ๐Ÿš‘

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Our Story

We are the Southwest Florida Fire Academy located on the campus of the Southwest Florida Public Service academy. Established in 1972 as the Fort Myers Fire Academy, and recognized by the Florida State Fire College, we are a premier fire academy south of Sarasota Florida. We offer a multitude of different Fire/EMT classes thru out the entire year. Classes offered go anywhere from basic minimum firefighter standards, to advanced firefighter specialty classes. The FMFA also offer's an EMT program that allows you to make us a โ€œone stop shopโ€ for your fire educational needs. Contact our administration office if you have questions.

The Minimum Standards Firefighting Program is designed to provide entry level training for individuals who have not yet entered the firefighting field or who are serving as volunteer firefighters. The graduate will be employable as a full-time firefighter with duties in fire prevention and extinguishments as well as duties in the enforcement of municipal, county, or state fire prevention codes.

The Southwest Florida Fire Academy provides the required minimum standards of training for employment as a certified firefighter under the direction of a fire service supervisor. The program focuses on developing the skills, work habits, traditions, and the knowledge necessary to insure graduates a successful career in the fire service. The Southwest Florida Fire Academy also provides continuing education and training to certified firefighters for personal development and professional advancement.

Location

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4312 Michigan Avenue
Fort Myers, FL
33905

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm