The Division of Forestry and Fire Protection offers Basic Wildland Firefighter Trainings (Red Card Classes) every spring across the state. Some of these are blended (online and in-person) and others are entirely in-person. Each offering covers S-130, S-190 and L-180. If you choose a blended course, you will need to also complete S-130P, the field day, at a local area office. If your course is entirely in person, S-130P will be included. You must also pass an Arduous Fitness Test (Work Capacity Test (WCT)) to receive a FFT2 (Firefighter Type 2) qualification on your Red Card.
Some classes are free, others have a $55 course materials cost. Financial assistance is available for these classes.
All personnel that receive a Red Card from the Division of Forestry and Fire Protection must attend an annual Fireline Safety Refresher (RT-130). RT-130 is an instructor-led course, and must be attended live (virtual or in-person). Watching a recorded refresher is not allowed. The Fire Shelter Deployment (FSD) is required for all positions and may be completed at an in-person refresher or pack test. If you do not require a pack test for your qualifications, you must still complete a Fire Shelter Deployment at a local office.
550 W. 7th Ave, Suite 1360
Anchorage, AK 99501-3557
Phone: (907) 269-8400
Fax: (907) 269-8901
TTY: Dial 711 or 800-770-8973