Recruit Academy 

Recruit Academy Overview

Every Hyalite firefighter starts in the same place: the Hyalite Fire District Recruit Academy. The academy gives new members a strong foundation in the skills they'll use on every call and prepares them to respond safely and effectively from day one.

The Hyalite Fire District Recruit Academy encompasses approximately 250 hours of training across 4 months.  Recruit firefighters are authorized to start responding to emergency calls approximately halfway through the Recruit Academy, at the supervision of other qualified members of the district. 

Certifications Earned 

Certifications Earned

  • Firefighter 1 certification through the Montana Fire Services Training School, accredited by both the International Fire Services Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) and ProBoard
  • National Wildfire Cordinating Group (NWCG) Basic Wildland Firefighter certification
  • AHA BLS CPR certification
  • IS 100, 200, 700 & 800
Other Topics Covered 

Other Topics Covered

  • Motor vehicle accidents & rescue 
  • Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
  • Traffic Incident Management System (TIMS)
  • Emergency vehicle operations & driver safety
  • Basic Incident Command & crew leading
  • Standard Hyalite Fire District firefighting tactics
    • Vehicle fire attack
    • Defensive fire attack
    • Saws & breaching
Academy Schedule 

Academy schedule

We offer two academies each year, so there's always an opportunity coming up:

  • Fall Academy: Early September through early December
  • Spring Academy: The week after MSU spring break through the end of June

Academy sessions are held Wednesday evenings, Saturdays, and every other Sunday, a schedule designed to fit around work and school.

Interested in joining?

Email: recruit@hyalitefire.org

Questions about our training? 

Email: training@hyalitefire.org

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Firefighters training extinguishing a blaze with hoses, showcasing teamwork and safety in a controlled environment.
Firefighters are responding to smoke from a building at night, with hoses and equipment visible on the ground.
Firefighters are working on a roof, cutting through material, with a person observing nearby. Mountains and structures are in the background.
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Firefighters extinguishing a vehicle fire using foam, with smoke and fire apparatus visible.
Firefighters in gear are spraying water on a snowy surface at night, focused on tackling a fire or emergency situation.
A snowy scene at night featuring a red fire truck with lights on and a firefighter preparing for action.
Three firefighters in protective gear are actively using hoses to spray water, likely training or responding to a fire situation.
Three firefighters in gear are working together to lift a ladder against a gravel background, showcasing teamwork and safety.
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Firefighters use equipment to cut through a metal surface, creating sparks, with one firefighter standing watch.