AMFEMS TRAINING ACADEMY

Why Join Anchorage Middletown Fire & EMS?

Anchorage Middletown Fire & EMS proudly serves Eastern Jefferson County, covering 95 square miles of diverse terrain, including 12 miles of the Ohio River, 30 miles of interstate, and a wide range of commercial, industrial, and residential properties. Our team is committed to providing exceptional emergency services in all situations.



11 Fire Stations

11 Staffed Fire Companies

8 ALS Ambulances

6 Battalion Chiefs + 3 EMS Battalion Chiefs

Over 250 Employees

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Our Work Schedule:

24 hours on duty, 48 hours off

Competitive Pay: Starting at $57,000/year, plus $4,300 in state incentives (Incentive is applied for upon graduation)

Generous Benefits: Health insurance, paid vacation, sick leave, personal leave, and fitness incentives.

Our Training Facilities Include:

​Burn buildings

Training towers

Confined space simulators

Rescue props for hazardous materials, water, rope, trench, and vehicle extrication training

Certification Courses:

National Registry EMT certification

HazMat Tech

Planning for the future:

Paramedic

Swift water technician

More upward opportunities than smaller departments

What is the Trainee Academy Like?

The Trainee Academy is your road to becoming a Firefighter with Anchorage Middletown Fire & EMS. Running for approximately 26 weeks, this intensive program will equip you with the hands-on skills needed to excel in your role.
You’ll gain experience in:

Emergency medical procedures

Firefighting techniques 

Rescue operations

Upon completion, you’ll be certified as a Kentucky 400-Hour Firefighter and a Nationally Registered EMT, ready for your next step in a 24/48-hour crew assignment.

​Is it challenging?  Absolutely. But it's also incredibly rewarding—and fun!

Ready to Get Started?

Here’s what you need to apply:
Minimum Requirements:
High school diploma or GED

Valid Driver’s License

Age 18 or older

CPAT (Candidate Physical Ability Test) card (must be obtained before or during the hiring process and must be valid at the time Academy starts)

Application Process:
Complete your application

Physical Agility Test – Prepare for the CPAT
Download the CPAT Orientation Guide.

Firefighter Aptitude and Character Test (FACT)
Download the NFST Candidate Guide.

Interviews

Background checks, interviews, medical exams, polygraphs 

Offer of Employment – If successful, you’ll be invited to join the Fire Academy

Think You’re Ready?  If you're up for the challenge and want to serve your community, we want to hear from you!
Visit our EMPLOYMENT PAGE to continue.

Anchorage Middletown CPAT Testing

Practice CPAT Dates

Currently we are not offering any practice CPAT dates as we transition to prepare for our next Academy.

Where to take the CPAT?

Anchorage Middletown Fire & EMS does not currently have any CPAT testing scheduled.

You can also find testing dates for other Kentucky locations by visiting:

kyfirecommission.kctcs.edu/fire_commission_programs/cpat.aspx