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Clark County Fire Academy

Building the Foundation for a Career in the Clark County Fire Department

The Clark County Fire Academy is where commitment becomes capability. Our academy is designed to prepare recruit firefighters for a long, safe, and successful career in the fire service physically, mentally, and professionally.

Recruit academies are conducted in accordance with NFPA 1001: Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, alongside the operational guidelines and expectations of the Clark County Fire Department. Upon successful completion, recruits are prepared to test for Nevada State Firefighter I and II certification.

What to Expect

Academy Structure

• Conducted Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• Schedules may vary based on training objectives, evolutions, and educational opportunities
• Recruit academies run approximately 20 weeks

Classroom Instruction
Recruits will participate in structured classroom sessions covering:

• Fire behavior and building construction
• Fire suppression tactics and strategy
• Safety, survival, and operational readiness
• Department policies and operational procedures

Instruction is based on IFSTA Essentials of Fire Fighting, 7th Edition, with regular testing and performance evaluations.

Hands-On Fireground Training

The academy emphasizes practical, real-world skill development. Training evolutions include, but are not limited to:

• Hose deployment and water supply
• Search and rescue operations
• Ladder operations
• Vehicle extrication
• SCBA donning, doffing, and air management
• Power tools and forcible entry
• High-rise and commercial operations
• Rapid Intervention Team (RIT) operations
• Hazardous materials awareness and operations
• Swift water rescue fundamentals

Recruits should expect progressive challenges designed to mirror the demands of an emergency response.

Physical Readiness & Conditioning

Physical fitness is a daily expectation, not an afterthought. Recruits will participate in structured cardiovascular and strength training to build endurance, resilience, and injury prevention habits consistent with the demands of the profession.

Year-Round Readiness

Recruit academies may begin at any time of the year spring, summer, fall, or winter. Candidates must be prepared to train and perform in all weather and temperature conditions, reflecting the realities of emergency response in Clark County.

Academy & Training Videos

Explore official training videos from the Clark County Fire Department, featuring previous recruit academies, department training evolutions, and operational highlights involving CCFD personnel.

These videos provide a realistic look at academy expectations, hands-on training, physical conditioning, and the professional standards required to succeed in the fire service.

Clark County Fire Department Training on YouTube

Important Notice

This website serves as a general guide to the Clark County Fire Academy experience. All information is subject to change based on operational needs and at the Fire Chief’s discretion.