Your Protection, Our Duty

Citizens Fire Academy

Experience the Dormont Fire Department’s (DFD) inner workings through our immersive Citizens Fire Academy (CFA). This free program offers a comprehensive, hands-on look at how the DFD is organized and operates, with most sessions held at the DFD Fire Station.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must live and/or work in Dormont or immediate surrounding communities.
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must pass a background check

Volunteer Opportunities:

Our volunteers comprise Dormont residents and individuals from surrounding communities. CFA graduates who wish to continue supporting the DFD are encouraged to apply to join as volunteer firefighters, helping to respond to calls and incidents.

Next Session:

The next Dormont Citizens Fire Academy Class will be held in October 2025. Classes will be held during the weekdays except for the prep/burn class, which will be on a weekend.

Contact Information:

For more details, please get in touch with the Dormont Fire Department at (412) 563-8826 or email Captain Don Tang at dtang@boro.dormont.pa.us.