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2026-2027 Academic Calendar

Our new Academic Calendar, beginning October, 2026, and registration information is now on CSRIPS.edu!

Be sure to check our website regularly for updates on important dates, prerequisites, and additional details for our Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer classes.

25 years of excellence

Summer Semester 2026

Summer Registration has now concluded.

Welcome to all of our returning and new students!
Ensure you keep up to date with all of your Class Material deadlines and check your emails on a regular schedule as we get closer to your start dates!

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2025-2026 FLUSAR

Enrollment is now open for the 2025–2026 Florida Urban Search and Rescue (FLUSAR) courses. Discover specialized training opportunities in Urban Search and Rescue—browse available classes and secure your spot today.

The 2026-2027 calendar will be up by July 1!

Firefighters training in Technical Rescue Classes.

I Want To…

Step 1

Research

Before pursuing a career in EMS or the fire service, it's important to gain a realistic understanding of what the work truly involves—beyond the portrayals in movies or television. These professions demand physical endurance, emotional resilience, and mental strength. Take time to speak with current professionals, participate in ride-alongs or station visits, and explore various roles.

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Step 2

Complete Your Education

The education requires a strong commitment of time, energy, and focus; Students must balance intense physical requirements with mastering complex medical and technical skills—all while maintaining professionalism and resilience. It’s not easy, but the challenges are designed to prepare you for the realities of the field and ensure you’re ready to serve.

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Step 3

Get Hired

Getting hired in the South Florida fire service is a competitive process that requires more than just basic certification—it demands preparation, professionalism, and persistence. In South Florida’s diverse and fast-paced environment, fire service professionals must be adaptable, compassionate, and ready to serve with excellence from day one.

Firefighters remove vehicle door during training.