Fire Protection Journeyperson - Equivalent Experience and Training
To meet this requirement, you must be able to prove that you completed the number of classroom hours AND on the job training hours for the license type you are applying for.
REFER TO THE CHART BELOW FOR HOURS REQUIRED:
License Type | On the Job Training Hours | Classroom Hours |
F-2 | 8,000 | 576 |
F-4 | 6,000 | 432 |
For additional information on required on the job training hours and related instruction, visit the Dept. of Labor Apprenticeship Division website at www.ctdol.state.ct.us/progsupt/appren/appren.htm
For information regarding related instruction, see Related Instruction Training Programs for F-2 License
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IMPORTANT NOTES:
Classroom hours are required. On the job training and work experience will not be considered in lieu of the classroom requirement.
- Continuing education certificates and manufacturer certificates will not be considered in lieu of classroom requirement.
If you meet the equivalent classroom hours, curriculum, and on the job training requirement, submit the following documents:
1. Transcripts, degrees, and diplomas.
2. Notarized letters from current or previous employers.
NOTE: These letters must include dates of employment as well as a specific,
detailed description of work experiences including all aspects of the scope of work.
NOTE: Payroll records, W-2’s, or tax returns will not be accepted.
NOTE: Letters MUST be notarized. Letters that are not notarized will not be accepted.
3. Out of state completion certificate, if applicable include completion certificateand documentation including classroom and on the job training hours required to complete apprenticeship.
IF YOU CANNOT PROVE THAT YOU COMPLETED THE REQUIRED NUMBER OF CLASSROOM HOURS,
CURRICULUM, AND ON THE JOB TRAINING, YOUR APPLICATION WILL NOT BE APPROVED BASED
ON THIS REQUIREMENT.
APPLICATION FEES ARE NONREFUNDABLE.
NEW APPLICATION
OR Journeyperson Paper Application
DCP.occupationalprofessional@ct.gov