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Before you submit your application
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This Certificate of Fitness can be obtained by passing a written exam or qualifying for an exemption on the basis of education and experience. All applicants should review the Notice of Exam and Study Materials.
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Applicants who need to take the exam must apply in person and bring the following documents:
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- A completed CERTIFICATE OF FITNESS APPLICATION FORM (PDF)
- A letter of employment.
SAMPLE EMPLOYER RECOMMENDATION LETTER (PDF)
SAMPLE SELF-EMPLOYMENT LETTER (PDF) - Two forms of identification, at least one must be a government-issued photo identification, such as a driver's license or a passport.
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Applicants who qualify for the exemption should review the G-79 ALTERNATIVE ISSUANCE PROCEDURE INFORMATION (PDF). Applicants must apply online and provide the following information: More info
- Your name, mailing address, telephone number, email address, gender, social security number, date of birth, weight, height, and work location.
- A completed APPLICANT AFFIRMATION FORM (PDF). Individual applicants must have this form notarized.
- An electronic copy of your diploma or license file.
- If required, a notarized statement to confirm that you have two years post-baccalaureate experience.
- A recent ID photo (2x2 color head shot) in JPG or JPEG format.
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Steps to apply online:
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Pay the $25 application fee online by one of the following methods:
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- Credit card (American Express, Discover, MasterCard, or Visa)
- Debit card (MasterCard or Visa)
- E-Check
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To submit an application, click on the Apply Online button. If you are an individual, you can only submit your own application. If you are submitting applications on behalf of a company's employees, you must be authorized by the company to act as a Designated Coordinator and the company must be approved by FDNY. To request approval, email pubcert@fdny.nyc.gov.
G-79 Online Application
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Steps to apply in person:
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Applicants must arrive at the Public Certification Unit ready to submit their application form and supporting documents, pay the application fee and take the exam. An appointment is not required.
NYC Fire Department (FDNY)
Address
Public Certification Unit
9 MetroTech Center, 1st Floor
Brooklyn NY 11201
Public Certification Unit
9 MetroTech Center, 1st Floor
Brooklyn NY 11201
Open Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 2:30 pm. Closed on public holidays.
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Pay the $25 application fee by one of the following methods:
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- Cash
- Credit card (American Express, Discover, MasterCard, or Visa)
- Debit card (MasterCard or Visa)
- Personal or company check (made payable to the New York City Fire Department)
- Money order (made payable to the New York City Fire Department)
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