How to become a firefighter in Indiana

Written by a career firefighter · Updated 2026-11-04

Certifying agencyIndiana Department of Homeland Security – Fire Training
CPAT sites5 licensed

We're still verifying Indiana's academy, EMT and testing details against official sources. Until then, the certifying agency above is the authority on state requirements, and each department's job posting lists its own testing steps.

Where to take the CPAT in Indiana

Test siteCityCPAT feePractice run
Emergency Services Education Center Richmond Check site —
MAAC Foundation Multiple / see site Check site —
Vincennes University (Gibson Center)
Fee includes two orientations and two practice sessions.
Fort Branch $135 src —
Evolution Public Safety Training Multiple / see site Check site —
National Testing Network (NTN) Multiple / see site $155 src $45

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