Overview
The Salem County Fire Academy is situated in rural Salem County (NJ) and provides education and training for all disciplines of the Emergency Services.
The Academy and its staff has been providing the fire service educational components to area fire companies and their firefighters for over fifty-five (55) years in one fashion or another. Dating back before the County begin construction of existing training buildings, the staff, comprised of volunteers, traveled about the County providing the fire fighters with Basic Fire Fighting skills training, in many cases utilizing acquired structures. With the passing of time volunteer instructors were finally compensated for their time and Academy Director positions established on a part time basis. In 2006, the County made the transition to a full time Academy Director. The staff currently is comprised of instructors diverse in their backgrounds, training, experience and fire service assignments. We strive to attain excellence and professionalism in all of our endeavors.
Our FF1 candidate program is a rigorous program which features not only the “required” firematic studies but founded upon a military like decorum, including PT & military drill.
Mission Statement
The Salem County Fire Academy is dedicated to meeting the needs of a complex and dynamic fire service by providing programs of the highest quality. The Academy recognizes that its primary mission is to increase the capability of the entire Emergency Services community through the application of the best methodologies and techniques in education and practice.
We believe in the achievement of excellence in our services through dedication, teamwork, and open communication.
We are committed to exceeding expectations through the efficient research, development and delivery of all aspects of emergency services training, education, and administration.