Program Overview

Wildfire Crew Member Training

Overview

The Wildfire Crew Member Training program prepares students for a career as a wildland firefighter in BC. In just four weeks, students gain essential skills in wildfire preparedness, fire suppression, and entrapment avoidance, earning BC Forest Service certifications. This program equips students with the knowledge and practical experience needed for entry-level positions on wildland fire crews across the province.

Location

• Campbell River
• Port Alberni

Length

• 4 weeks

Delivery

• In-person
• Full-time

Overview

If you're passionate about wildland firefighting and ready to start a rewarding career in BC, the Wildfire Crew Member Training program is designed for you. Over four weeks, you'll gain essential skills and certifications needed for a career as a wildland firefighter, including:

• Basic Fire Suppression (S100) and Wildfire Entrapment Avoidance (S185) certifications
• Helicopter safety and transport of dangerous goods
• Fire behavior, fire line communications, and power saw operations
• Heavy equipment operations
• WHIMIS, Radio Operator Certificate - Aeronautical (ROC-A), Occupational First Aid Level 1, and Introduction to Incident Command (I-100)

This program prepares students for entry-level positions on wildland fire crews, providing both the knowledge and hands-on experience to help protect communities from wildfires.

Requirements and Courses

Course Requirements

• FOR 012 Basic Fire Suppression (S100)
• WFO 018 Helicopter Orientation & Safety
• WFO 015 Wildfire Entrapment Avoidance (S185)
• WFO 022 Introduction to Fire Behaviour
• WFO 027 Portable Pumps & Water Delivery Systems
• WFO 016 Fireline Communications
• WFO 021 Heavy Equipment
• WFO 025 Air Tanker Operations
• ROC 010 Radio Operator Certificate - Aeronautical (ROC-A)
• MVO 069 Transportation of Dangerous Goods – Comprehensive
• WFO 019 I-100 Introduction to Incident Command
• OFA 001 or WSF 019 WHIMIS 2015
• WFO 013 Power Saw Operator
• OFA 010 or FAC 020 OFA Level 1 Emergency First Aid
• OFA 015 Transportation Endorsement
• WFO 024 Wildland Fire Environment
• WFO 026 Ignition Operations
• WFO 020 Wildlife Awareness
• CJR 010 Career & Job Readiness

Students must complete all courses in the program with a passing grade.

Costs

This program is tuition-free for qualified applicants.

Registration

To register for this program, fill out and submit the digital form. After receiving your registration form, you'll receive an email with your next steps.