Job requirements Fire Chief in Canada

Find out what you typically need to work as a fire chief in Canada. These requirements are applicable to all Fire chiefs and senior firefighting officers (NOC 40041).

Employment requirements

This is what you typically need for the job.

  • Completion of secondary school is required.
  • Completion of a college program in fire protection technology, fire science or a related field is usually required.
  • Completion of a provincial or municipal firefighters training course is required.
  • A minimum of ten years of experience as a firefighter is usually required before becoming eligible for a senior officer position.

Source National Occupational Classification

Professional certification and licensing

We don’t have any data on professional certification requirements. This occupation is not regulated in Canada based on our records.

Source Foreign Credential Recognition Program - ESDC

Do you want to work in another province or territory?

If you are already certified to work in a regulated occupation in your province or territory, it will be easier for you to have your certification recognized in another province or territory. See the Workers Mobility's website to learn more.

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