LEGACY FIRE TRAINING ACADEMY
ACADEMY CLASS 2026-ALPHA BEGINS FEBRUARY 6
FULL SCHEDULE BELOW.
Apply today!
The deadline of January 9 to apply for the Legacy Fire Academy 2026-Alpha Class is quickly approaching. Apply today!
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About the Legacy Fire Training Academy
The Legacy Fire Training Academy is a 6-month hybrid firefighter certification program designed specifically for the volunteer firefighter. It combines the flexibility of online coursework with the essential in-person training needed to build competence and confidence in the field. Cadets follow a recommended schedule to complete online lessons, which provide the foundational knowledge necessary for each stage of their development. In addition to the online work, cadets attend hands-on skills training sessions held one weekend per month, where they put theory into practice under the guidance of experienced instructors.
Upon successful completion of the academy and passing the required SFFMA exams, cadets will earn certifications in SFFMA Firefighter I, Firefighter II, and Hazmat Awareness and Operations. These certifications demonstrate that the firefighter has met the standards set by the State Firefighters’ and Fire Marshals’ Association of Texas. Additionally, cadets who complete the program and obtain their SFFMA certifications may be eligible for Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) certification through the reciprocity agreement between SFFMA and TCFP.
Enrollment is now OPEN!
Sponsorship by a fire department is required to enroll in the Legacy Fire Training Academy.
- If you are interested in joining the Robinson Volunteer Fire Department as a new firefighter and attending the Academy, please complete the online application by clicking here. If accepted onto the department, there will be no cost to you to attend the Academy.
- If you are currently a member of another department and wish to enroll, your Fire Chief and Training Officer must complete the Excel form linked below and email it to: training@robinsonfire.org.
- If you are an individual not affiliated with a fire department, contact training@robinsonfire.org to discuss whether or not you nay be eligible to participate in our fire academy.
ACADEMY details
Online Coursework Requirements
Online Coursework Requirements
Online Coursework Requirements
Cadets are required to complete online coursework as part of this Academy. These assignments must be finished prior to each corresponding skills weekend, as they provide essential background for the hands-on training.
Coursework is self-paced and must be completed on the cadet’s own time. While instructors will monitor progress, it is ultimately the cadet’s responsibility to stay on schedule.
Failure to complete coursework on time may result in being held out of skills sessions or dismissal from the Academy. Stay on track, and reach out if you need support.
In-Person Skills Schedule
Online Coursework Requirements
Online Coursework Requirements
Class Time: 0800–1800 (unless otherwise noted)
All skills sessions are mandatory.
- Feb. 6: Family Night — 1800–2030
- Feb. 7-8: Orientation & SCBA/PPE
- Mar. 21-22: Haz-Mat Skills
- Mar. 28: SFFMA Haz-Mat Exam — 0930–1300
- Apr. 11-12: Fire Skills
- May 2-3: Fire Skills
- May 30-31: Fire Skills
- June 19: Night Live Burns — 1800–2200
- June 20: Live Burns
- June 21: After Action Review & Test Prep. — 0800–1200
- June 27:
- SFFMA Testing — 0930–1300
- GRADUATION! — 1600–1800
Cost of the Fire Academy
Online Coursework Requirements
Cost of the Fire Academy
The cost to attend the Legacy Fire Training Academy is $2,000 per cadet. This fee includes tuition, two academy shirts, one cap, and all required textbooks.
Payment is due 15 days prior to the start of the Academy. If your department is unable to pay in full by the deadline due to extenuating circumstances, please contact us to discuss alternative arrangements.
Upon successful completion of the Legacy Fire Training Academy and receiving for SFFMA certification, your department may be eligible for full reimbursement of tuition through SFFMA and/or HB2604, provided the appropriate paperwork is submitted.
Legacy Fire Training Academy LEADERSHIP
Antonio Rigle
Stephen Sullivan
Stephen Sullivan
Training Lieutenant & Academy Director
Stephen Sullivan
Stephen Sullivan
Stephen Sullivan
Fire Chief
Jeff Brown
Stephen Sullivan
Sue Parrigin
Deputy Chief, Fire
Sue Parrigin
Stephen Sullivan
Sue Parrigin
Deputy Chief, EMS & Safety
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