Firefighter Trainee - Paramedic*

Applications will be accepted beginning on January 3, 2026!*

All interested candidates must be on the FCTC Statewide Eligibility List (SEL), including a valid CA Paramedic License OR Nationally Registered Paramedic (NRP) Certification by the close of the application period.

* Note:

Pre-announcement advertised prior to application period to give you the opportunity to complete the requirements. We anticipate the start of the application period to be on January 3, 2026.*

• Be 18 years of age or older
• Possess a valid driver’s license —
  MUST upload to your profile AND keep current
• Have a high school diploma or GED —
  MUST complete the education field in your profile
• Possess a valid Cal-JAC CPAT Card (CPAT results are uploaded automatically by FCTC)
• Receive a passing score on the FCTC Written Test —
  Written test score expires 12 months from date taken

• A valid California Paramedic License or Nationally Registered Paramedic (NRP) Certification.
• A copy of your paramedic license must be on file with and verified by FCTC.
• A copy will be required to be attached to your application.
• California Paramedic Licenses and NRP Certifications must be current and in good standing.

• Current ACLS & CPR/BLS- copies will be required at the time of application.

How to be placed on the FCTC list:
Please visit www.

FCTConline.org for more information on how to register for upcoming CPAT physical ability tests and written tests. Information and study materials can be found on the website along with information about financial hardship grants and testing fees.

• Obtain a CA Paramedic License (if qualifying with NRP Certification) and ICEMA Paramedic Accreditation prior to Tower completion.
• Participate in a medical skills assessment.

• The ideal candidate will possess three (3) years experience as a Paramedic, and possess ICEMA Paramedic certification.