The Canadian Fire Alarm Technology Program

Updated December 15, 2024

 

This program satisfies the theory training requirements of the Canadian Fire Alarm Association (CFAA) for registration as a Registered Fire Alarm Technician.

Program Information

Learning Models

  1. In Person, Instructor-Led: Monte Carlo Inn & Suites, 7255 Warden Avenue, Markham, Ontario, L3R 1B4
  2. Live Webinar, Instructor-Led: Zoom

Requirements

  • 18 years or older
  • OSSD Ontario Secondary School Diploma or GED. You can also qualify if you have a Certificate of Apprenticeship or Certificate of Qualification in trade.
  • If you’re schooling is from outside of the country, a relevant school diploma will need to be validated.
  • You should be physically fit and able to climb ladders and lift equipment.

 

Syllabus

Five course, theory-based: Read the entire Curriclum

  1. The Canadian Fire Alarm System – An Overview*
  2. Verbal and Written Communication
  3. Basic Electricity
  4. Life Safety System Electronics
  5. The Canadian Fire Alarm System – Application*

*Course 1 and 5 are mandatory.

 

Dates: Spring 2025

  • Each course is 36 hours: 4 weekend days per course, 9 hours per day.
  • 9am – 6pm EST
  • Course Dates:
    • Course 1: February 22, 23 and March 1, 2
    • Course 2: April 5, 6, 12, 13
    • Course 3: March 8, 9, 15, 16
    • Course 4: March 22, 23, 29, 30
    • Course 5: April 26, 27 and May 3, 4

 

Program Fees 

View the Fee Schedule

 

Acquired Credential

  • Vocational Students: Canadian Fire Alarm Technician Program Certificate
  • Non-Vocational Students: Record of Completion for each course taken.

Please be advised that registration for the Canadian Fire Alarm Technology Program, Spring 2025 Courses will close on Friday, January 17, 2025.

Please check back again for the Summer 2025 schedule.