The objective of this certificate is to develop the skills required for Firefighter I Certification and to develop teamwork, attitudes and public service commitment. Completion of this certificate may lead to entry-level employment as a firefighter in the public or private sectors. The Firefighter I Basic Training Academy is approved by the California State Fire Marshal's Office as an accredited Regional Training Center.
A student receiving a certificate in this field will be able to:
- Participate successfully in a culturally diverse environment
- Develop effective interpersonal communication skills
- Solve problems and makes decisions inherent to the profession
Please see the College Catalog for information and requirements.
Course Listing / Semester Course Offerings
Faculty
- Bishop, Robin E
- De Boer, Frank J
- Durban, Mark R
- Estrada, Colleen E
- Gaddy, Duran Robert
- Hausman, Edward J
- Janssen, Joshua M
- Koeper, John T
- Overstreet-Murphy, Penni K
- Pierson, John W
- Raney, Bret A
- Stevens, Alfred L
- Sullivan, Daniel A
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2011-2012 On-time Completion Rates and Estimated Cost of Program (pdf)
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