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Training Opportunities
The Homer Volunteer Fire Department regularly trains during its weekly Tuesday Drill Night. Every responder is trained and certified by the State of Alaska to at least the Firefighter I and / or Emergency Medical Technician level prior to being accepted as a member of the department. The department conducts EMT and Firefighter Recruit Classes periodically as openings occur.
HOW DO I JOIN THE FIRE DEPARTMENT?
If you're already trained and certified -
You must live in either the City of Homer or Kachemak City to join HVFD. (If you live outside either city, we will point you toward one of our neighboring departments). If you've already been trained and hold a current certification as a Firefighter (IFSAC / Pro-Board) or EMT (National Registry or another state), reciprocity with the State of Alaska is pretty straight forward. Drop by and discuss the process with the staff and we'll be happy to provide you with information for certification in Alaska and to set up an interview.
Print out and complete the Membership Application and drop it off at the Fire Station during normal business hours.
If you need training and certification -
You must live in either the City of Homer or Kachemak City to join HVFD. (If you live outside either city, we will point you toward one of our neighboring departments). New recruits must agree to join HVFD upon the successful completion of their course and provide at least one full year of active service. If one full year of active service is not reached, recruit must reimburse the department for the cost of the training program.
Print out and complete the Membership Application and drop it off at the Fire Station during normal business hours. Notifications for interviews will be made when new recruit classes become available.
