Brussels Youth Fire Brigade

Do you want a taste of the firefighting profession? Are you motivated, athletic and looking for a unique experience? The adventure starts here!

In collaboration with the Training Centre of the Brussels Fire Brigade (OCBB/CFPB) and the Brussels Red Cross, we will train you through various modules: civic and citizenship, first aid, firefighting, physical preparation... 

If you successfully complete the full course, you will receive: 

• The federal aptitude certificate – required to apply to the emergency response zones in Belgium [link naar brandweer.be],
• The first responder certificate
• The European first aid certificate (EFAC). 

Training runs over a 2.5-year cycle and starts in January each year. Classes take place at the main fire station (Helihavenlaan 11, 1000 Brussels). 

Schedule: 

• Saturday from 8.30 am to 4.30 pm: general training
• Wednesday from 2 pm to 4 pm: physical preparation 

During exam periods, classes are temporarily suspended. 

Everyone is welcome! The requirements are simple: 

• You are 15 or 16 years old during the training year;
• You are a Belgian citizen or a citizen of the European Economic Area or Switzerland 

Training year 

2027: Young people born in 2010 or 2011

2028: Young people born in 2011 or 2012

2029: Young people born in 2012 or 2013

You are between 14 and 16 years old and want to learn about the world of firefighting in a playful way? Then the Brussels Youth Fire Brigade's Fire Security Kids programme is for you! 

In this introductory phase, you will learn, among other things: 

• Basic first aid,
• Fire prevention,
• Civic spirit and cooperation,
• Physical exercises. 

The goal? Making young people aware of their role in society and encouraging them to be active citizens, with a focus on safety – for yourself, your family and your neighbourhood. 

Period

The introductory course runs over a one-term cycle:

• September–October–November
• January–February–March
• April–May–June

Please note: Fire Security Kids activities can serve as preparation for the firefighter cadet training programme, but participation in them is not compulsory for joining the firefighter cadet training programme.

Schedule 

• Wednesdays from 2pm to 5pm (about 10 instances)
• Extra activities during weekends or school holidays 

Requirements 

• You are 14, 15 or 16 years old during the training year;
• You live or attend school in the Brussels-Capital Region;
• You are motivated and demonstrate good behaviour;
• You are a Belgian citizen or a citizen of the European Economic Area or Switzerland. 

Training years

2027: Young people born in 2011 or 2012

2028: Young people born in 2012 or 2013

2029: Young people born in 2013 or 2014

After completing their training, cadets can remain active within the Youth Fire Brigade through the Maison des Anciens. This allows them to stay in touch with the fire station and remain involved. 

Among other things, they can: 

• Become an assistant instructor for the cadets,
• Be a monitor for the Fire Security Kids,
• Take part in BYFB events,
• Renew their sports certificate,
• Receive guidance on their future professional career. 

For further information, please feel free to contact us by email: 

jspb-jbb@fire.brussels
 

You are motivated, eager to learn and committed to the safety of others? Then this training programme is for you. 

Register now and take the first steps towards a committed future with the fire brigade.