Transfers ToCSUDescriptionLos Medanos College's Firefighter 1 Academy prepares students (cadets) for entry-level jobs in firefighting careers. This course provides the minimum level of training required by the California State Fire Marshall and prepares the cadet for jobs serving as volunteer, reserve and career Firefighters. Los Medanos College's Firefighter 1 Academy also leads toward California State Firefighter 1 Certification track. The California State Firefighter 1 curriculum, guidelines and assessments are closely followed and delivered throughout this academy. Standards of performance in written exams and skill demonstrations are established by The Office of the State Fire Marshall utilizing IFSAC (International Fire Service Accreditation Congress) and Pro-Board Fire professional qualification system testing standards. The firefighter 1 academy offered at Los Medanos College is fully accredited by the California State Fire Marshal and the California State Board of Fire Services. There is a mandatory orientation required for this course. Mandatory fees apply for State Certificates issued and for capstone testing and other activities during the Firefighter 1 Academy.Usually HeldSun 12:35pm–3:50pm, Sun 8:00am–9:15am, Sun 9:15am–12:05pm, Tue Thu 6:00pm–9:50pm 