Northeast Texas Community College is now accepting applications for its upcoming Firefighter Academy. The program begins January 9, 2017 and runs through June 30. †Students will meet†Monday†through Thursday†evenings at the Central Fire Station in Mount Pleasant and alternating Saturdays.
The course of study will include†Firefighter I, Firefighter II, HazMat Awareness and HazMat Operations. The cost for the program is $1,664 plus books and personal protective equipment. Some financial aid may be available, along with flexible payment plan options.† Volunteer firefighters may be eligible for tuition and fee assistance from the Texas A&M Forest Service (HB 2604 funds).
?This is a great opportunity for those interested in working as a professional firefighter and also for volunteers who want to take their training to the next level,? Lisa York, NTCC Director of Continuing Education, said.
Courses are taught by seasoned firefighters, including Mount Pleasant Fire Chief, Larry McRae, who is also the coordinator for the Academy.†Call 903-434-8134 or visit ntcc.edu/fireacademy today for more information or to register.
November 18, 2016
