Fire Department Training

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Training Facility History

In operation since 2008, the Englewood Fire Training Center is a regional firefighter school which offers both Minimum Standards Classes and specialized training for current firefighters and other Fire/Rescue Personnel, including: * Fire Officer* Fire Service Instructor* Fire Inspectors & Investigators* Emergency Vehicle Ops* Pump & Aerial Ops* Firefighter Survival & R.I.T. (Train 4 Life)* First Responder Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT)
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Training is provided to existing firefighters on a weekly basis. (3 Shifts, twice a day) Training in the department is diverse to cover not only the required yearly mandates such as SCBA, Hazardous Materials, Company Training, EVOC, Officer Training, etc. but also wild-land, water rescue, aerial operations and many other areas. Englewood Fire Department takes an aggressive approach to training so to maintain firefighter proficiency.

Our Mission

The mission of the E.F.T.C. is to provide incoming recruits as well as current firefighters with the highest level of training available. Highly capable and motivated instructors along with state of the art facilities, we strive to train recruits and "on-line" personnel for today's current issues, and tomorrow's ever changing challenges.

LOCATION 

Englewood Fire Training Facility

13400 Haligan Way
Englewood, FL 34223
P: 941-474-3311 |  F: 941-473-2600

The Training Facility is located behind Brookdale Senior Living Facility, across the street from the Englewood Post Office off of River Road.

2026 TRAINING COURSES 

LIFE FIRE INSTRUCTOR (40 HOUR) - APRIL 13-17, 2026

COST: $375.00 

  • CLASS REQUIRES FLORIDA STATE INSTRUCTOR 1 
  • MUST HAVE FULL PPE/SCBA 
  • 48 HOUR CANCELLATION FOR FULL REFUND
  • LIVE FIRE TRAINING PRINCIPALS & PRACTICE SECOND EDITION  (recommended but no required) https://www.psglearning.com/catalog/productdetails/9781284140729
  • DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 2026 AT 1600hrs. 

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A firefighter is crawling through a circular, metallic tunnel, holding a hose and looking out towards the light.
A group of firefighters in uniform stands in front of a fire truck, showcasing teamwork and readiness to respond.
A group of people in uniforms collaborates around a table, focused on a colorful assortment of objects, likely a puzzle or game.
Two firefighters are combating a flames in a training exercise, using hoses to control the fire.
A group of men in uniforms poses playfully in a classroom-like setting, with a projector and a table of colorful blocks.
Firefighters using hoses to extinguish a large fire near barrels, with smoke and flames visible in an outdoor setting.
A group of eight firefighters in full gear posing together outdoors, with fire trucks in the background.
Fire fighter
Two firefighters are examining the control panel of a fire truck, ensuring all gauges and equipment are functioning properly.
Two firefighters ascend a ladder to a smoke-filled area of a building, equipped with protective gear and a breathing apparatus.
A group of firefighters in uniform poses in front of a fire truck, showcasing teamwork and readiness.
Firefighters in gear gather around a training area with equipment, set in a misty environment.
Two firefighters in gear, preparing for action, wearing helmets and air tanks, showcasing teamwork and readiness.
A group of firefighters in red and gray uniforms are gathered, inspecting equipment outside a training facility.
A firefighter in gear carries a ladder, with a training area and an old car in the background. Overcast weather is visible.
A firefighter in gear practices climbing techniques using harnesses and ropes in a training setting.
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