Training

The training is designed to give you confidence when doing the job and to develop your skills. The Service wants you to succeed.

The initial training takes about 80 working days (16 weeks). It is an intensive course involving both practical and classroom based sessions. You will learn about community safety issues, the use of breathing apparatus, ladder safety and much more. You will need to work hard, do regular study and pass formal assessments on each element of the course. But, throughout the programme, you will be given a high level of support from trained instructors who are there to bring out your potential and guide you to success.

When you have finished your initial training you will be posted to a fire station where you will be guided through a programme of on-the-job training until you achieve competence in the role of firefighter.Training and development are important to Kent Fire and Rescue Service. Throughout your career you will be offered further opportunities for training. It might be learning how to use a new piece of equipment, how to drive one of our vehicles, how to carry out a specialist task, or it might be training for promotion. Whatever it is, support, guidance and help are on hand to help you achieve your goals.

Everyone gains qualifications with wide, national recognition which can lead to graduate and post-graduate qualifications.