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THE FIRE COLLEGE SEAL
The emblem of the Florida State Fire College contains a great deal of
symbolism that adds to the meaning of this insignia and the mission of the
people who wear it.
The eagle represents the eternal vigilance of the fire-rescue service,
365 days a year, seven days a week, and 24 hours a day. The shield motif
below the eagle stands for the mission of protecting the public, as
individuals and as a community.
The shield is divided into four quadrants, each with its own message.
In the upper left, the Maltese cross is the traditional symbol of the fire
service, dating back to the firefighting gallantry of the Knights of Malta
in the Crusades. In the upper right, the open textbook represents the
never-ending quest for knowledge. In the lower left, the crossed bugles
stand for the transition to leadership and command responsibilities. The
map of Florida in the lower right represents the Fire College's statewide
mission to serve all of the fire service, from Pensacola to Key West.
The banner below the shield refers to the establishment of the very
first Florida State Fire College, originally a week-long training event
held in Daytona Beach under the auspices of the Florida State Firemen's
Association. As a state institution, the Florida State Fire College has
since been under the Governor's office and the Department of Community
Affairs. From 1975 through 2001, the Florida State Fire College was part of the State Fire Marshal's Office
within the Department of Insurance. Then in 2002, the Florida State Fire College
became a part of the
State Fire Marshal's Office within the Department of Financial Services.
The motto Progressio Pere Eruditionem, translated from the Latin,
means "Progress Through Learning." The Florida State Fire College is forever
committed to the increased professionalism and safety of the fire-rescue service
through its educational leadership.
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certifications or examinations, please send e-mail to
standards@MyFloridaCFO.com
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If you have questions about classes or the Florida State Fire College, email
firecollege@MyFloridaCFO.com
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For questions regarding the Firefighter Occupational Safety and Health program, email
FireFighterSafety@MyFloridaCFO.com
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Bureau of Fire Standards and Training, 11655 NW Gainesville Rd. Ocala, FL 34482-1486
or call
(352) 369-2800
