NFPA 1041 Emergency Services Instructor Training Program

Students can begin the online course at any point in time, but the practical component does have set dates that students must apply before, and select dates they must attend our campus. This training is very specialized, and class sizes are typically quite small. Due to the specialized nature of this training, the CFRC provides a Wait List (WL) application option. Students must pick one scheduled class to attend from the list below: 

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INSTRUCTOR LEVEL I:

Class 261ESI1: Weekends and select weekdays

Application Deadline: January 14, 2026

First Day of in-person Classes: February 14, 2026

Last Day of in-person Classes: February 15, 2026

Teaching Assignment date range: February 23 - March 6, 2026

Final Evaluations: March 7, 2026

*Students must be available to guest instruct at least 2 dates within the teaching assignment date range. Students will be contacted by their instructor in advance to schedule guest instruction days. Teaching assignment days run from 07:00-17:00.

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Class WLESI1: CUSTOM SCHEDULE

• Open Application
• Schedule determined collaboratively by group of WL students

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INSTRUCTOR LEVEL II:

*No courses available at this time. Please check again soon*

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*Students must be available to guest instruct at least 2 dates within the teaching assignment date range. Students will be contacted by their instructor in advance to schedule guest instruction days. Teaching assignment days run from 07:00-17:00.

Class WLESI2: CUSTOM SCHEDULE

• Open Application
• Schedule determined collaboratively by group of WL students

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Applicants who select "WL" will be added to a Wait List and will be contacted when the waitlist generates enough students to run another practical component. The Admissions Team will reach out via email to schedule dates and times that work best for most (ideally all) students on the waitlist. Note* There is no guarantee that the WL course will suit the applicants schedule, or run during the period preferred by the student. The CFRC schedules one practical component for each level, each season not including WL designated courses.

All in-person training is hosted at the CFRC Red Deer campus located at 3420 22 Street, Springbrook.

Canadian Fire Rescue College maintains a comprehensive admissions policy that all prospective students are encouraged to review prior to applying. Key eligibility requirements for this program include:

• Valid Alberta Class 5 Drivers License with Airbrake Endorsement (Or equivalent)
• Legal Right to work in Canada (we do not currently accept international students)
• Physical ability to perform firefighting duties (require doctors medical clearance)
• English Language Proficiency (in accordance to the CFRC Language Proficiency Policy)
• High School Diploma, GED, or letter requesting Mature Admission
• Proof of age (minimum 18 years of age)
• Standard First Aid and CPR Level C (or equivalent/higher - from an approved training proider)
• Completion of the ESI level I is required in order to enroll in the ESI II program.

Canadian Fire Rescue College offers payment plan options across all training programs, allowing students to manage tuition costs without paying the full amount upfront. Eligible students may apply for a payment plan as part of the program application process.

Our programs are considered part-time and are not currently eligible for government-funded student loans or grants. Students typically arrange financing through personal savings or private loans from banks or financial institutions.

ESI Level I: NFPA 1041 Level I

Application Fee: $150.00

Remaining Tuition: $1,110.00

TOTAL: $1,260.00 (Application Fee forms part of overall tuition)

ESI Level II: NFPA 1041 Level II

Application Fee: $150.00

Remaining Tuition: $1,110.00

TOTAL: $1,260.00 (Application Fee forms part of overall tuition)

These tuition payments must be made by certain deadlines prior to attending the practical component of the course.

Each level of the ESI program is delivered in a blended format, meaning that a portion of the course is delivered online, and a portion is delivered in person.

ESI Level I Online Component:

• Approximately 40 hours of self-paced online learning
• Provides you with the basic theoretical knowledge required to deliver emergency services educational training in both cognitive and psychomotor delivery styles.
• Meets the theory learning requirements of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1041 standard, Emergency Services Instructor level I 
• You can register and begin the ESI 1 training program at any time, no registration deadlines or set class dates
• No due dates! You can complete the Fire Instructor training program at your own pace
• Interactive visual and audio learning aids help students learn the theories and concepts necessary to be successful.
• You must purchase the required Instructor training textbook for this program. Textbooks are available in print or electronic versions.
• Try out our sample course in the student portal to make sure this training works for you.

ESI Level I Practical Component:

• Approximately 16 hours of in-person skills-based instruction, 16 hours of actual classroom instruction, with 8 hours of formal final skills evaluation. (40 hours total)
• Must successfully complete the CFRC Emergency Services Instructor Level I - Online program before attending
• Involves in-person demonstration and instruction of Fire Service Instructor skills.
• Stay at the complimentary college dormitories - no fees!
• Receive IFSAC and Pro-Board testing and skills evaluations. If successful, you will be eligible to receive IFSAC and Pro-Board certifications for NFPA 1041 Emergency Services Instructor Level I. 

ESI Level II Online Component:

• Approximately 28 hours of self-paced online learning
• Provides you with the advanced theoretical knowledge required to create lesson plans, and supervise the delivery of emergency services training by Level I instructors (among other skills).
• Meets the theory learning requirements of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1041 standard, Emergency Services Instructor level II 
• You can register and begin the ESI 2 training program at any time, no registration deadlines or set class dates
• No due dates! You can complete the Fire Instructor training program at your own pace
• Interactive visual and audio learning aids help students learn the theories and concepts necessary to be successful.
• You must purchase the required Instructor training textbook for this program. Textbooks are available in print or electronic versions.
• Try out our sample course in the student portal to make sure this training works for you.

ESI Level I Practical Component:

• Approximately 16 hours of in-person skills-based instruction, 16 hours of actual classroom instruction, with 8 hours of formal final skills evaluation. (40 hours total)
• Must successfully complete the CFRC Emergency Services Instructor Level II - Online program before attending
• Involves in-person demonstration and instruction of Fire Service Instructor skills.
• Evaluate other instructors delivering training, develop test questions, manage training programs, and much more!
• Stay at the complimentary college dormitories - no fees!
• Receive IFSAC and Pro-Board testing. If successful, you will be eligible to receive IFSAC and Pro-Board certifications for NFPA 1041 Emergency Services Instructor Level II. 

There is one National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) level covered in each level of the training program, they are:

NFPA 1041 Emergency Services Instructor Level I

NFPA 1041 Emergency Services Instructor Level II

Successful graduates of the program will be eligible to apply for and recieve IFSAC and Pro Board® certifications for each level of training they have completed. These certifications are accepted at all Fire Departments in North America, and can be an asset on your resume when applying for career structural firefighter job postings, and training positions in the Emergency Medical Services industry.

For further information regarding the Pro Board®, visit www.theproboard.org 

This Emergency Services Instructor Training program provides level I Instructor students with the knowledge and skills needed to deliver emergency services training, and provides level II students with the knowledge and skills neccesary manage the delivery of emergency services training. These qualifications may be required for certain emergency response personnel in municipal settings, and may also be required for certain industrial firefighter job postings. Some departments require this training before a firefighter may be eligible for further promotion. Individuals who complete this training may also be able to seek employment at fire and emergency services colleges (like ours!). 

This program is exempt from licensing via Alberta Advanced Education due to the short duration of the program, and its skills-updating nature.

Canadian Fire Rescue College provides free, on-site student accommodation to support enrolled students during their firefighter and emergency services training. Single-occupancy rooms and shared facilities are available on campus, allowing students to focus on learning, rest, and performance without the added stress of securing housing.

Click here to learn more about student accommodation at CFRC.

The only fees that students may encounter that not included with their tuition are:

1 Class B uniform: 

• Available for purchase via the college IN ADVANCE - they are custom ordered and shipped out from BC so cannot be purchased on the day you arrive. Orders must be placed at least 30 days prior to the start date of your practical component. Uniforms now come with patches sewn on, and pants hemmed - $175-$194 (size dependent) for each full set (not including black work/station boots)
• If you have a class B uniform, you may wear it, so long as your department gives you permission to do so.

 IFSTA Fire and Emergency Services Instructor, 9th Edition Textbook: 

• Available for purchase from the AFCA Bookstore in E-Book format - $108. The Print version can also be purchased there for $117.

IFSAC and Pro Board Certification fees: 

• Payable to the Province of Alberta - $45 per certificate (1 certificates per level of this program)

Food during your stay: 

• The College kitchen provides 3 meals per day if you subscribe to a meal-plan. The meal plan for each level of the Emergency Services Instructor program costs $90. You can register and pay for meal cards after being accepted into a program. 
• NOTE* Hot meals are only served on weekdays, check your course schedule to ensure a meal-plan is viable.

Travel costs to and from campus: 

• Travel to and from the Edmonton International Airport or the Calgary International Airport, the cost of flights, or if you travel directly to the school via car or bus will all cost you money. The nearest airport to the CFRC campus is the Calgary Airport (YYC), however the Edmonton International Airport (YEG) is only a few kilometers further away. These airports are both approximately a 1 hour drive from the college facility. One-way travel via Red Arrow bus-lines costs from $40 - $64, however a rideshare or taxi from Red Deer to the Campus will need to be purchased as well which will cost from $30-$50 ($70-$114 one-way total). The Red Arrow Pick-up and Drop-off location in Red Deer is 7150 50 Ave, Red Deer, Alberta (in front of the Quality Inn), and the college address is 3410 21 Street, Springbrook, Alberta.  
• If you need to book a flight, click here to see what is available and for pricing.

Before you apply, it is a good idea to reach out to an admissions specialist. 

You can book a video chat appointment with one, or send them an email. Click here to get started.

Ready to apply? Click on the link here to begin the application package.