Membership Types and Requirements

Types of Memberships and Their Basic Requirements
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Essential Requirements

All applicants to the department MUST:
  • Be at least 18 years old (16 with parental consent)
  • Be able to pass a full background investigation
  • Be able to pass a Prince George’s County Fire/EMS Department physical (if operational member)
  • Be willing to be an active member of the organization, including duty shift participation, completion of hundreds of hours of initial and ongoing training and participation in department events.
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Membership Types

Firefighter/EMS Membership

Our Firefighter/EMT membership is for those interested in providing both firefighting and EMS service — having or obtaining BOTH Firefighter I and EMT are required. We do not have “Firefighter only” roles. All Fire/EMS members are cross-trained to operate on all CPVFD apparatus. All training is provided. Non live-in members are required to be on duty at least 32 hours a month, scheduled via flexible shifts — this is in addition to training, meetings and event participation. Learn more and apply here. 

Sackroom Membership

Our live-in Sackroom program is for experienced firefighters and EMTs. This program allows you to live at the fire station in exchange for participation and providing service to our communities. Sackroom members are required to be on duty during their assigned duty shifts. Learn more about the benefits of our Live-In program here and apply today.

EMS Only (EMT or Paramedic)

EMS Only membership is for individuals who only wish to ride our ambulances in a Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Life Support (ALS) capability. All members are required to have or obtain Maryland EMT. All training is provided. Paramedics seeking ALS credentials will also complete an internship program with Prince George’s County. Non live-in members are required to be on duty at least 32 hours a month, scheduled via flexible shifts — this is in addition to training, meetings and event participation. Learn more and apply now.

Administrative & Support

Not looking to participate as an operational Fire/EMS member of the department? There are many ways you can lend your passion for volunteering, background and experience to the CPVFD. We are always seeking volunteers for administrative and support roles — including administrative management, financial support, event support, community engagement, education and more. Apply now.

Basic Training Requirements

Additional training courses are required to advance to higher ranks and levels of responsibility.

Fire/Rescue

Initial Courses

  • Volunteer Recruit School (VRS)
  • CPR for Professionals (AHA or AHSI)
  • Infection Control
  • In-Station Training

 

FEMA Online Classes

  • NIMS 100 (online)
  • NIMS 700 (online)

 

Core Operational Classes

  • Firefighter I
  • Maryland EMT / NREMT
  • Hazmat Operations
  • Hazmat Technician (Highly Recommended)

 

Courses to Progress

  • Firefighter II
  • Fire Officer I+
  • Emergency Vehicle Operations (EVOC)
  • Fire Instructor I+
Emergency Medical Services

Initial Courses

  • Volunteer Recruit School (VRS)
  • CPR for Professionals (AHA or AHSI)
  • Infection Control
  • In-Station Training

 

FEMA Online Classes

  • NIMS 100 (online)
  • NIMS 700 (online)

 

Core Operational Classes

  • Maryland EMT / NREMT

 

Courses to Progress

  • EMS or Fire Officer I+
  • Emergency Vehicle Operations (EVOC)
  • Paramedic

 

Hazmat Interest?

  • Protective Envelope and Foam
  • Firefighter I
  • Hazmat Operations
  • Hazmat Technician
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