2024 Citizens’ Fire Academy

Interested in learning about the field of fire and emergency management services?? Well keep reading for details on the 2024 Citizens’ Fire Academy.

The Citizens’ Fire Academy is a 10-week program designed to educate and inform citizens about the demanding field of fire, emergency medical services, and emergency management. The academy will meet on Tuesday of each week from 6:30 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. starting on March 5, 2024. Sessions run thru May 7, 2024, and concludes with graduation at the Fayette County Board of Commissioners meeting on Thursday, May 9, 2024, at 5:00 P.M.

Students will achieve an understanding of the inner workings of the Fire and EMS Department. Practical demonstrations and a ride along with the fire department will be offered.

To register for the Citizens’ Fire Academy, please email Karen Rose at kirose@fayettecountyga.gov for an application, or call (770)305-5168. There are limited seats available, and applicants should reside in unincorporated Fayette County or the Towns of Tyrone, Brooks, or Woolsey. Fayette County Government employees are also welcome to join the Academy.