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Overview
In New Brunswick, there are over 4,100 firefighters who share a common dedication to protecting their communities. Their work is crucial to making the province safer for everyone.
Requirements
Requirements vary depending on the fire department and whether the position is volunteer or career. Contact your local fire department for specific requirements.
Firefighter positions may require some or all of the following:
- high school diploma
- college program (NBCC)
- firefighting and emergency Medical Care Training Courses
- Firefighter Certification Program
- physical fitness and vision requirements
- additional certifications as required by the individual fire department
If you are interested in becoming a volunteer firefighter, contact your local Fire Department .
E-learning
Mental health awareness for firefighters
This self-paced online course consists of five modules, each with a knowledge validation component at the end. The final module guides participants through creating their own personalized Mental Health Toolkit to support their mental health and well-being.