Arkansas Fire Training Academy

05/25/2026

In honor of Memorial Day, we are closed to take time to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country.

Today, we remember their courage, honor their service, and remain forever grateful for the freedoms they fought to protect. 🇺🇸

05/15/2026

Today is Instructor Shane Stanley’s last day at the Arkansas Fire Training Academy, as well as the last day of his Arson Investigation class.

Over the years, he has helped train and mentor so many students, leaving a lasting impact on our academy and those who have learned from him.

We’re thankful for everything he has contributed and wish him nothing but the best in his next chapter.
We’ll miss you, Shane! 🔥🚒

05/08/2026

One week down, one more to go!

Our Driver Operator class finished up their first week of training today after a full week of learning, skill building, and hands on practice. 🚒🧯💦

05/04/2026

05/03/2026

Join us in congratulating the 2026 B Standards class on their graduation last week and wishing them success moving forward!
Your hard work did not go unnoticed. Congratulations 2026-B! 🔥🔥

04/24/2026

Instructors Foster and Harper were in Hot Springs this week working with the Rope Rescue Technician class.

Training like this isn’t easy, but this group showed up ready and got it done🔥💪

04/24/2026

A HUGE congratulations to our last two EMT classes for achieving a 100% pass rate on the NREMT!

This really shows the countless hours of studying, training, and perseverance each of you put in.

We’re proud of every one of you and excited to see the impact you’ll make out in the field. Great job!! 🚑💪💙

04/23/2026

Standards students got more than they expected when they were called out for a smoking dryer that quickly turned into a structure fire last night.
Way to step up, stay focused, and put your training to work— Keep it up!🔥🚒💪

04/21/2026

Standards students have officially completed the FEATS test!🔥

This test measures strength, endurance, and the ability to perform tasks similar to what they’ll face in real emergency situations.
It’s not easy, but they got it done! 🔥💪💪

04/16/2026

Please keep the family of David Tester in your thoughts and prayers.