Application Period Now Open for NFA Second Semester Courses
October 22, 2012
The application period for the second semester of National Fire Academy (NFA) resident classes is now open through December 15. The second semester includes classes scheduled from April 1 – September 30, 2013. Applications must be postmarked between October 15 and December 15, 2012.
All students applying for NFA training courses are required to register for a Student Identification Number (SID). This number will be used in place of the Social Security Number on General Admissions Application forms. Click here to learn how to register for a SID.
All information about courses, applications, and suggestions for successful completion of the application can be found at the following sites:
- Course Catalog and schedules: www.usfa.dhs.gov/nfa/catalog/index.shtm
- Download Application: FEMA Form 119-25-1, General Admissions Application (formerly FEMA Form 75-5) – Use this application if your course code begins with the following letters: R, N, O, P, or T.
- Tips to completing your application: Eight Tips for Completing a Successful NFA Application
Completed applications for resident courses must be sent to the following address:
Office of Admissions, Building I, Room 216
National Emergency Training Center
16825 South Seton Avenue
Emmitsburg, MD 21727-8998
Applications may also be faxed to: (301) 447-1441.
For more information, please call the Admissions Office at (800) 238-3358, ext. 1035 or (301) 447-1035.
