The Illinois Fire Service Institute offers nationally certified Firefighter I and II training. The Basic Operations and Advanced Technician Firefighting Program is designed to give firefighters the practical and cognitive training needed to operate safely and effectively on the fireground. The program focuses on an intense hands-on approach to promote skill competency and familiarity with the fireground.

Effective June 2025, IFSI packaged the traditional Academy and BOF programs to include supplemental courses needed for state and national certification. This included the integration of Basic Operations Firefighter (Firefighter I) and Advanced Technician Firefighter (Firefighter II) into one cohesive training program. While these changes altered the course name and enrollment process, the quality of IFSI training programs remains. We are proud to serve as the statutory fire academy for Illinois and are committed to offering premier training that meets and exceeds national training standards. 

Upon successful completion of all required Basic Operations and Advanced Technician program components, students will earn certification with the Pro Board and IFSAC. After Illinois students complete the Fire Service Vehicle Operator required driving practical components through their fire department, they are eligible to apply for OSFM certification.

If you have completed Firefighter l before July 1, 2025, and need to enroll in the 40-hour Firefighter ll / NFPA 1010 - Advanced Technician Firefighter: Firefighter ll / NFPA 1010 - Advanced Technician Firefighter

Basic Operations and Advanced Technician Firefighter Academy

Basic Operations and Advanced Technician Firefighter Blended

For more information, please contact Ryan Reynolds.