Firefighter I Academy

Certificate Fire Technology · Antelope Valley College · 2026-2027 Catalog

The Firefighter 1 Academy is intended to provide students the necessary skills and knowledge to complete training for California State Fire Marshall Firefighter 1 certification. Emphasis is placed on knowledge and skills development in classroom and drill ground settings. Students desiring to enter the Academy are required to have completed a medical examination and Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT). In addition to the enrollment fee, students are required to buy books, materials, uniforms, and protective equipment. The cost for these items is approximately $3000. Informational meetings are scheduled at various times prior to registration for an Academy to give prospective students information on the requirements of the program. Career Options: Municipal Fire Service (Cities and Counties), Private Fire Protection Agencies, Federal Fire Departments, and Military Base Fire Departments.

Program Requirements

CourseTitleUnits
Firefighter I Academy Cert: Complete all of the following35
EMT 101Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)8
FTEC 111Fire Protection Organization3
FTEC 290APhysical Fitness and Ability for the Firefighter1
FTEC 290BPhysical Fitness and Ability for the Firefighter1
FTEC 295AFirefighter 1 Academy Module A8
FTEC 295ALFirefighter 1 Academy Module A Lab3
FTEC 295BFirefighter 1 Academy Module B8
FTEC 295BLFirefighter 1 Academy Module B Lab3

Recommended Pathway

Firefighter I Academy Cert

Prerequisites (3 units)

Summer (8 units)

Fall (12 units)

Spring (12 units)

Program Outcomes

Firefighter I Academy Cert

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