Recruitment

For Departments

For Candidates

• Cal-JAC EMT and Paramedic Academies
• Firefighter Career Expos
• Academic Preparation
• How to Prepare
• Testing
• Staying Physically Fit
• Roadmap to Becoming a Firefighter

Firefighter Career Expos

Learn what it takes to become a firefighter in this family-friendly event: 

• Meet with fire department recruiters.
• Try out the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT). 
• Learn what to expect on an entry-level firefighter written test. 
• Find out about the FCTC Statewide Eligibility List (SEL) and how to get on it. 
• Take an up-close look at Fire Apparatus. 
• Learn about a day in the life of a firefighter. 
• Fun Kid Physical Ability Test. 
• Enjoy free refreshments and lunch.

NORTHERN CALIFORNIA 
Thank you to all who attended the 2024 Northern California Career Expo! If you weren't able to attend, check out the Becoming a Firefighter YouTube Livestream from the event, featuring interviews with LA County Fire Department, San Francisco Fire Department, San Jose Fire Department and more!