Transfers ToNot transferableDescription2. Fire and Emergency Technology 3 with a minimum grade of C or equivalent AND 3. Fire and Emergency Technology 5 with a minimum grade of C or equivalent AND 4. Fire and Emergency Technology 6 with a minimum grade of C in prerequisite or equivalent AND 5. Possession of a National Registry Card or possession of a valid Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) license as required by the California State Fire Marshal's Office AND 6. Pass a Fire Fighter Physical Agility Test (Biddle) or Candidate Physical Agility Test (CPAT) within the last 6 months as required by the California State Fire Marshal's Office AND 7. Pass a physical examination according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standard #1582 AND 8. Pass the El Camino College Fire Academy BIDDLE Test; this test is given to applicants approximately two weeks after application deadline closes AND 9. Possess a valid California Driver's License Credit, degree applicable Transfer CSU This course is designed for the student who wishes to prepare for entry-level positions as a firefighter and work toward becoming certified as a Fire Fighter 1, as specified by the California State Fire Marshal's office. Students participate in a 495-hour course of instruction emphasizing basic firefighting skills, such as methods of extinguishing fires, principles of ventilation, techniques of physical rescue, building construction, fire apparatus, fire equipment maintenance, knowledge of fire behavior and physical fitness for firefighters. Note: Students must apply through the Public Safety Department Office. Students pay non-refundable fees for state certificates and state testing Back to Top | Print-Friendly Page (opens a new window) Facebook this Page (opens a new window) Tweet this Page (opens a new window) Add to Backpack (opens a new window) All catalogs © 2026 El Camino College. Powered by Modern Campus Catalog™ .Usually HeldMon Tue Wed Thu Fri 1:00pm–5:00pm, Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri 10:30am–12:15pm, Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri 8:00am–10:15am 