{"id":2661,"date":"2019-11-16T21:52:52","date_gmt":"2019-11-16T21:52:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/?p=2661"},"modified":"2019-11-16T21:52:53","modified_gmt":"2019-11-16T21:52:53","slug":"how-much-does-it-cost-to-become-a-firefighter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-become-a-firefighter\/","title":{"rendered":"How Much Does It Cost To Become A Firefighter?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Firefighting is a dream career for many people, but many are left wondering how much does it cost to become a firefighter? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As soon as many recruits are old enough to join up, they\nwant to be right there on the front line serving their community and helping\nout where they can. There is often the misconception that it is an easy route\nfrom applying to becoming a qualified firefighter. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This doesn\u2019t consider the costs involved (both time and\nmoney) in getting those qualifications and doing everything required to become\na firefighter. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_63 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6611bf5e73eee\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6611bf5e73eee\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-become-a-firefighter\/#So_how_much_does_it_cost_to_become_a_firefighter\" title=\"So, how much does it\ncost to become a firefighter?\">So, how much does it\ncost to become a firefighter?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-become-a-firefighter\/#Costs_to_Become_A_Firefighter_Through_A_CollegeUniversity\" title=\"Costs to Become A\nFirefighter Through A College\/University\">Costs to Become A\nFirefighter Through A College\/University<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-become-a-firefighter\/#Costs_to_Become_A_Firefighter_Through_A_Fire_Academy\" title=\"Costs to Become A\nFirefighter Through A Fire Academy\">Costs to Become A\nFirefighter Through A Fire Academy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-become-a-firefighter\/#Additional_Costs_To_Becoming_a_Firefighter\" title=\"Additional Costs To\nBecoming a Firefighter\">Additional Costs To\nBecoming a Firefighter<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-become-a-firefighter\/#Costs_of_Firefighter_ExamsCertifications\" title=\"Costs of Firefighter\nExams\/Certifications\">Costs of Firefighter\nExams\/Certifications<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"So_how_much_does_it_cost_to_become_a_firefighter\"><\/span><strong>So, how much does it\ncost to become a firefighter?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>You can expect to spend anywhere from $5,000-$25,000 or more depending\non the school and what courses you take.&nbsp;\nThis will be determined on whether you take a basic 10-week training\nprogram for a basic firefighting certification or you attend a university for a\nbachelor\u2019s degree in fire science and emergency management.&nbsp; <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this guide, I want to look at the different costs\ninvolved in the different routes that you can take to become a firefighter in\nyour local department. If you apply with no previous training or experience,\nwhat sort of expenses can you expect as you go through the training process\nwith a fire department?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you decide to get a <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"college education (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/do-i-need-a-degree-to-become-a-firefighter\/\" target=\"_blank\">college education<\/a> first, how much will this cost, and it is worthwhile? I will answer these questions with a general idea of fees for courses, training and equipment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Costs_to_Become_A_Firefighter_Through_A_CollegeUniversity\"><\/span><strong>Costs to Become A\nFirefighter Through A College\/University<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The academic route has its pros and cons when it comes to\nthe expenses and the benefits gained. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pros:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>The tuition is high because of the quality of\nthe courses and the additional experiences gained<\/li><li>The longer courses can prepare students for\nhigh-paying careers in the future<\/li><li>There are much lower rates for in-state students\nif you want to learn in your home state.<\/li><li>You may get help with student loans that you can\nrepay once you are earning in the fire service<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cons:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>The costs are significantly higher than those of\nthe fire academies and training schools<\/li><li>There are additional living costs of studying\nout of town<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The first thing that you have to consider here is the cost\nof a degree or certificate course in terms of tuition. How much do you have to\npay per year for all of your classes and tuition from the teachers involved? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This cost varies between institutions depending on what they can offer in return and their reputation. A state university may be more expensive than a community college. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, the longer the course, the higher the fees. Shorter\ncertificates and associate degrees can lessen the costs if you only want the\nmost basic skills for an entry-level position. Many certificate programs last\nfor a year while the associate degrees can take two years to complete. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can turn this into a bachelor&#8217;s in four years. Your\ncollege costs overall will also depend on the costs of housing and living in\nthe area if you move to the campus to study. Will you stay in cheaper dorms on\ncampus or somewhere off-campus? How much can you budget for each semester? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An alternative to consider that can lower the costs\nconsiderably is an online course. This reduces the costs of tuition because you\ndon\u2019t attend a classroom and work on modules in your own time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There is also no cost of living, in the traditional sense, because you can study from your own home. The courses might not be as extensive, but they could help with valuable course credits and knowledge towards those first exams. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How much can you\nexpect to pay?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Students that studying in the 2017\/18 year paid, on average,\n$34,740 for private education and $25,620 for public education. It is also\nworth remembering that out-of-state students tend to pay more, but this might\nnot be a problem if you intend to learn and work in your home state. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Public institutions charged roughly $9,970 for in-state\nstudents. Recent stats show that the average out-of-state cost for Fire Science\nis a little more, with an estimated average four-year degree total cost of\n$131,976. However, this can vary greatly from state to state. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Therefore, you have a couple of options here. You can stick\nwith a cheaper in-state course at your state university or you can look\nelsewhere and find a good deal for a better course elsewhere. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, is the higher cost of these courses worthwhile compared\nto the costs of <a href=\"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/fire-academy-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">fire academy training<\/a>? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some would argue that it makes sense to spend a little more\nhere for a full education in management and administration, or a full fire science\ndegree program. That is because of the benefits it can bring for your long-term\ncareer path and future salary. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The skills and knowledge gained here apply to roles higher up the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"ranks in the department (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/fire-department-ranks-and-structure-a-complete-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\">ranks in the department<\/a> than that of a firefighter. Those that wish to apply for promotion when the time comes can use their degree in their application and apply their knowledge to issues within the department. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This rise to Lieutenant, Captain or Chief means a much\nhigher salary which then pays off any student debt and helps firefighters\nachieve their goals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, you may get more for your money if you opt for a\ncollege course in terms of the facilities, modules and overall experience. Fire\nsciences university courses can cost more if they have state-of-the-art fire\nlabs and any other tech that you will use. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Costs_to_Become_A_Firefighter_Through_A_Fire_Academy\"><\/span><strong>Costs to Become A\nFirefighter Through A Fire Academy<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It is easy to see the financial benefits of a short-course at a <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"fire academy (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/find-fire-academy\/\" target=\"_blank\">fire academy<\/a> because of the upfront fees and the short time-frame before becoming a firefighter. However, there are additional costs and considerations involved. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pros:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>The courses are short and get recruits into\nentry-level employment faster<\/li><li>The fees to sign up are significantly less than\nthose of colleges<\/li><li>There is the potential to reclaim some of the\ncosts under certain circumstances<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cons:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>The upfront costs can be a problem for some\nyoung recruits<\/li><li>There are additional costs to consider for food,\nhousing, equipment and gear<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"fire academies (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/find-fire-academy\/\" target=\"_blank\">fire academies<\/a> and training departments in each state where you can gain the basic education needed to become a qualified firefighter. The skills gained generally apply to the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Firefighter 1 and 2 certifications (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/the-difference-between-firefighter-1-and-2\/\" target=\"_blank\">Firefighter 1 and 2 certifications<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some may also provide training in the way of <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"EMT training (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/emt-training-near-me\/\" target=\"_blank\">EMT training<\/a> from the outset. This gives recruits just enough to pass their exams and move on into a <a href=\"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/fire-department-ranks-and-structure-a-complete-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"higher rank as a firefighter (opens in a new tab)\">higher rank as a firefighter<\/a>. The courses here can last for various lengths of time. Some are intense and over in a matter of weeks while others take months. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In many academies and training divisions, qualified firefighters can return later in their careers to take specialist courses and examinations in other disciplines. This is essential for those that need to know more about wildland fire training, rope access, water rescue or a host of other skills. These courses will require additional fees. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Additional_Costs_To_Becoming_a_Firefighter\"><\/span><strong>Additional Costs To\nBecoming a Firefighter<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The fees for signing up to these shorter academy courses is\na lot less. However, there are a lot of other costs to factor in that some new\nrecruits might not think about. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are the costs of the books, equipment and the fire\ngear used during the course. You have to purchase your own protective gear\n(although you may be able to rent some from the academy). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Then there are the costs of staying on-site during the\ncourse and the cost of living. Some facilities, such as the National Fire\nAcademy, have a very basic approach with meal tickets and simple boarding for\nyour duration there. This is the cheapest option but not always the most\nappealing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Those that don\u2019t want to eat this way must stay off-campus,\nwhich increases the costs further. There is also the fact that these academies\nare often a long way from home, which requires transportation costs. You may\nneed to fly in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Reimbursements are available for some students. This is a lot of money to pay upfront when trying to get your career off the ground. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The good news for some recruits is that there are stipend reimbursements of some costs for transportation and housing, which can lighten the financial burden significantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This applies to all those that are currently part of a fire or emergency management organization \u2013 even in a <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"volunteer department (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/7-benefits-to-becoming-a-volunteer-firefighter\/\" target=\"_blank\">volunteer department<\/a>. It also applies to those that are members of state or local government or a tribal nation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Costs_of_Firefighter_ExamsCertifications\"><\/span><strong>Costs of Firefighter\nExams\/Certifications<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Whichever route you take, you will need to take the same\nnationally-accredited exams to become certified for firefighting. There is a\nstandard flat rate that all firefighters must pay to take an exam. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Firefighter 1 and 2 courses are typically $50 each. The same price applies to the EMT skills test that is expected by many departments. Then there is the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"CPAT test  (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/training-for-cpat\/\" target=\"_blank\">CPAT test <\/a>during the hiring process that is between $140-150. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Costs will vary depending on location and facility. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The best advice that I can give to anyone looking to join\nthe fire service is to research all potential costs and save where possible.\nThose that want to join the fire service straight out of high school through a\nlocal training program need to be aware of local costs and expectations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Can you pay for this upfront? Don\u2019t forget about the costs\nof equipment and gear when training. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to get a college degree first, consider the\nupsides of studying locally and the pros and cons of a full bachelor\u2019s degree.\nCompare costs because there can be a big difference between colleges. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As long as you do your research and budget carefully, you\ncan cover all the costs of becoming a firefighter in a way that suits you.\nThere is no fixed cost until you get to your final exams. Until then, you do\nhave more freedom over your choices than you may think. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Firefighting is a dream career for many people, but many are left wondering how much does it &#8230; <\/p>\n<p class=\"read-more-container\"><a title=\"How Much Does It Cost To Become A Firefighter?\" class=\"read-more button\" href=\"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-become-a-firefighter\/#more-2661\" aria-label=\"Read more about How Much Does It Cost To Become A Firefighter?\">Read More<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":2662,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[8],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v22.2 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>How Much Does It Cost To Become A Firefighter? | FireFighterNow<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Firefighting is a dream career for many people, but many are left wondering how much does it cost to become a firefighter? 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