Citizens Fire Academy

The Town of Knightdale Fire Department Citizens Fire Academy is designed to increase understanding of fire and emergency medical operations and to promote citizen interaction with firefighters. This program will enhance awareness of the department's capabilities, develop realistic expectations for response times from point of dispatch, develop cooperative relationships between firefighters and citizens of Knightdale, and encourage participants to become aware of the dangers of fire and the benefits of fire protection.

Citizens must be at least 18 years of age. All applicants must submit an application (PDF, 426.97 KB)(opens in a new tab) and sign a waiver (provided at the beginning of class) releasing the Town of Knightdale of any and all liability while participating in the Academy.

For details regarding each year's academy, please call 919-217-2271 or Email the Fire Prevention Group.

The Citizens Fire Academy is a free event.