LMC Fire Technology classes are now being offered at two locations in the county – Los Medanos College and the LMC Brentwood Center.
Los Medanos College offers programs to aid those pursuing or working in fire service careers. The first programs consists of six semester-long classes leading to a fire technology certificate or degree.
A Certificate of Achievement may be earned by completing the required Fire Technology courses listed below in addition to completion of competency requirements with a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or higher. An Associate in Science Degree may be earned by completion of the 21 units of required Fire Technology courses listed below plus College Associate Degree requirements.
Suggested guide below for the order of classes |
Units |
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First Semester |
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Fire 101 |
Fire Protection Organization |
3 |
| Fire 102 | Fire Behavior and Combustion | 3 |
Second Semester |
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Fire 103 |
Fire Protection Equipment and Systems |
3 |
Fire 105 |
Fire Prevention |
3 |
Third Semester |
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Fire 104 |
Building Construction for Fire Protection |
3 |
| Fire 107 | Firefighter Safety and Public Education | 3 |
Fourth Semester |
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EMS 10 |
Emergency Medical Technician I |
6 |
Firefighter 1 Academy
Accredited by the California State Fire Marshal's Office.
The Fire Academy program is designed to introduce, update, or improve job skills for persons engaged in fire protection careers. The Firefighter I Academy program leads to a Certificate of Completion. A certificate may be earned by completion of competency requirements and 30 units of any combination of Fire Technology and Fire Academy courses with a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or higher.
The Fire Fighter 1 Academy is offered in cooperation with Contra Costa County Fire Protection District Training Center. Please call the LMC Fire/EMS Department at 439-2181 x 3274 for information about the orientation and registration process.
Any request for accommodations in a training program or for off-campus training should be referred to a DSPS counselor. Students should keep in mind that the individual institutions that host the College’s training programs may have their own rules and regulations that must be followed, and not all accommodations requested may be feasible, permissible, or reasonable. Therefore, DSPS will work together with the students, the instructor, and the on- or off-site training program to determine the appropriate accommodations and facilitate in implementing those accommodations.
Enrollment Fee for California Residents
NOTE: The enrollment fee for California residents (as defined in the Education Code) is $46 per unit starting in Fall 2012. The District reserves the right to adjust the enrollment fee based on changes in State legislation. Fees may be charged retroactively if a change in fees occurs.
Firefighter I Academy Fee Schedule
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| Registration Fee for 15 Units | $705 |
| Student Union Fee and Student Activities Fee | $15 |
| Certificates (Based upon instructor availability) | $65
- $135 |
| Personal Protective Clothing Rental Fee (optional) | $100 |
| Gloves, Hood & Goggles | $115 |
| IFSTA Essentials of Firefighting (5th Edition) | $75 |
| Academy Class “B” Uniform | $80 |
| Academy Class “C” Uniform | $70 |
| Black Leather Safety Boots | $175 |
| Total: (Subject to change) | $1,455 |
Physical Form (PDF)
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