FIRE 0952 - Firefighter I and 2B - Academy

    Recent Professors
    Jesse Roberts, Chris Delcour, Brian Carter, Steven Pappas, Monty Messenger, Tyler Griffin, Michael Worthington, Nicholas Pisano and 27 more
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2026, Spring 2025
    Class Size
    35–40 students
    Credits
    17
    Prerequisite
    FIRE 0951A - Part A: Firefighter I and 2A - Academy Outcomes Apply the skills, knowledge, and abilities required in routine and emergency firefighting operations for both structure and wildland. Explain and demonstrate the skills necessary to perform basic rescue operations including auto extrication, swiftwater, confined space, and first responder. Demonstrate the proper methods to operate, inspect, and maintain firefighting and rescue equipment. Explain the methods of executing basic fire prevention and fire investigation tasks. rack daily individual progress in preparation for performance of all elements of the Physical Efficiency Battery to established standards.
    Spring 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    This is the continuation of Fire 0951A—Firefighter I and 2 Academy. Students successfully completing the Fire Academy (FIRE 0951A Firefighter Academy I and 2 and FIRE 0952 Firefighter Academy I and 2) will be eligible for California State Fire Marshal Certification as a Firefighter I and 2, California Fire Service Training and Education System (CFSTES) certification as a Firefighter II once they complete the experience requirement and Taskbook. In addition, students will receive certificates for Swift Water Awareness, Confined Space Awareness, HAZMAT FRO/WMD, HAZMAT Decontamination, Firefighter Survival, Fire Control 3, Rope Rescue Awareness/Operations, and Vehicle Extrication. The students will also receive all the National Wildland Coordinating Group (NWCG) certifications needed for entry-level wildland firefighters. With these certifications, students will be qualified for entry-level firefighter positions in federal, state, county, and municipal fire departments. This course provides the skills and knowledge needed for the entry-level professional firefighter to perform his or her duties safely, effectively, and competently.
    Usually Held
    Mon Tue Wed Thu 6:30am–5:00pm, Mon Tue Wed Thu 12:05pm–6:00pm, Mon Tue Wed Thu 9:00am–11:35am