What if Im already a Firefighter/EMT/Paramedic?
Congratulations are in order; however, all firefighters in the Austin Fire Department go through the same training. Those with a valid Texas certification in one of the above areas may be exempt from State testing, but still will go through the coursework in the Academy. During the past several cadet classes certified EMTs were released to duty after completing the firefighting portion of the academy and learning Austin’s medical Standards of Care, about a month before other members of the class. This practice will be evaluated and again may implemented in the future.
