Firefighter I Basic Training Academy Certificate
The objective of this certificate is to develop the skills required for Firefighter I Certification and to develop the teamwork skills, attitudes and public service commitment necessary for employment in the fire service. 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.
Admission: Open to all students who have completed the prerequisite courses. Registration is limited to class size restrictions. Contact the Fire Technology program for application materials.
Admission to the Fire Academy will be based on a point system. Applicants earn points for each of the following:
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1 point
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Completed application delivered to the Crafton Hills College Fire Technology department two months prior to the start date of the Fire Academy
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1 point
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Successful completion of FIRET 116, Building Construction for Fire Protection or the equivalent
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1 point
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Successful completion of FIRET 103, Fire Protection Systems or the equivalent
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1 point
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Successful completion of FIRET 102, Fire Behavior and Combustion or the equivalent
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1 point
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Successful completion of Principles of FIRET 049, Fire and Emergency Services Safety and Survival or the equivalent
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5 points
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Successful completion of AS degree in Fire Technology
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10 points
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Successful interview with the Academy Chief
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Major/Program Requirements
Candidates must successfully complete a minimum of (16) sixteen units of prescribed coursework. A minimum grade of "C" must be maintained in all required coursework to remain in the Fire Academy and to recieve the Firefighter I Basic Training Academy Certificate. NOTE: A "C" or better in these courses is considered to be 80% or higher.
Prerequisites:
EMS 020 or successful completion of the NREMT (National Registry Examination for the Emergency Medical Technician) or currently certified as an EMT in California
Completion of either a "CPAT" (Candidate Physical Ability Test) or the Biddle Physical Agility Test within four months prior to the first day of the academy.
Completion of the Crafton Hills College assessment test. (Note: A degree is accepted in lieu of assessment test results.)
Completed Medical Clearance for Firefighters.
Successful interview with the Academy Chief prior to acceptance into the Fire Academy.
Required Courses:
Recommended Courses:
Total Credit Hours: 16.00
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