Fire Service Certification Academy
Begin Your Fire Service Journey in High School
Mid-State’s Fire Service Certification Academy is a school-to-work program for high school students in the Marshfield area and South Wood County who want to explore careers in fire protection and EMS. Students can earn college credit by taking dual credit courses at their high school or enrolling in Start College Now courses at Mid-State.
Real Fire & EMS Courses
Take college-level fire and EMS classes while still in high school.
Learn by Doing
Gain hands-on experience by shadowing with local fire professionals.
Jump Start Your Future
Get a head start on your career before graduation.
Cut College Costs
Save money on tuition while you build real-world skills.
One Academy, Two Communities
There are two versions of Mid-State’s Fire Service Certification Academy. Each stems from a different partnership and funding source but offers a similar experience.
Marshfield Area
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The Marshfield-area Fire Service Academy is offered in partnership with local school districts and Marshfield Fire and Rescue. High school students in these school districts are eligible to participate.
South Wood County
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The South Wood County Fire Service Academy is funded by a grant from and developed in partnership with the Legacy Foundation of Central Wisconsin, Inc. High school students in Nekoosa, Port Edwards, Rudolph, Vesper, and Wisconsin Rapids are eligible to participate.
Why Start in High School?
Local demand for trained firefighters and EMS professionals continues to grow. Now is the time to prepare for a career focused on service and saving lives.
Classes are scheduled outside normal high school hours. Students can complete requirements during their junior and senior years.
Students from other area high schools may also take select courses for career exploration or volunteer service.
- Save money on future college tuition
- Graduate from college sooner
- Gain hands-on experience early
- Build connections with local fire departments
- Potentially earn certifications, including EMT
- Qualify for volunteer and possibly paid positions
- Ask about a possible $500 incentive grant
Key Skills & Learning Outcomes
Graduates of this academy build critical skills for entry-level fire and EMS roles and continued education in the field.
- Fireground operations
- Hazardous materials response
- Emergency medical care
- Firefighter safety and survival
- Mental wellness and stress management
- Teamwork and leadership
- Professional communication
Academy Courses
Fire Service Certification Academy courses combine classroom learning with hands-on practice to prepare students for real-world emergency response. Explore the courses below.
| Catalog# | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 30503101 | Basic Firefighting and Hazmat Operations | 4 |
| 30503102 | Advanced Firefighting | 2 |
| 30503103 | Firefighting Safety and Survival | 2 |
| 10531168 | EMT Basic | 5 |
| 10546110 | Mental Wellness and Stress Management | 3 |
Request More Information
Interested in joining the Fire Service Certification Academy?
Complete the form below to request more information. Our team will connect with you to answer questions and help you get started.
If you have questions about this opportunity, please email Recruitment or call 888-575-6782.
