Basic Fire Fighting
Fire Academy
Quick Program Facts
- Continuing Education Certificate: 528 certificate hours
- Number of courses: 6
- Accreditation: Texas Commission on Fire Protection
- Financial aid: Tuition Assistance
- Campus: Fire / Rescue Training Facility at TCC Northwest
Program Description
Our basic fire academy program is designed to train and certify you to be a firefighter in the state of Texas.
Credentials in Detail
After successfully completing our program, you will receive a Basic Firefighter Certificate of Completion.
At the end of the class, the Texas Commission on Fire Protection Basic Fire Suppression (TCFP) certification exam is administered. If you succeed, you will be eligible to apply for the Basic Fire Suppression certification.
Licensing Notice: Texas House Bill 1508
This program prepares you for an occupational license. However, you may not be eligible for licensing if you have a prior criminal history.
For more details, see Texas House Bill 1508 Licensing Requirements
Course List
Costs & Fees
Costs and fees vary. Costs are available in Hello!TCC's Continuing Education Course Descriptions.
How to Apply
This program is offered through TCC's Fire Academy.
For information about admission requirements and the application process:
Contact
Northwest Campus
Fire Academy — Public Safety Training Center
Maggie Burns
Administrative Assistant
Call 817-515-7718
Email margaret.burns@tccd.edu
Updated April 02, 2024