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Firefighting is a career for the truly steadfast. The Fire Technology program prepares students for a career in the fire service and provides educational and training opportunities for employed and volunteer firefighters.

The Associate Degree and Certificate programs incorporate the standardized Fire Technology curriculum identified by the offices of the California State Chancellor and State Fire Marshal. You’ll learn all the guidelines and regulations to ensure both the safety of you and the public. With this curriculum, you’ll be prepared for any fire-related crisis, minimizing loss of life and property on a daily basis.

Acceptance into the Fire Academy is by an application process, which includes a physical examination. Applications for the Academy are available in April for the fall academy and October for the spring academy.

Elective courses are those developed under the guidelines of related fire service training and educational programs such as CFSTES (California Fire Service Training and Education System), DOT (Department of Transportation), FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency), F.S.T.E.P. (Fire Service Training and Education Program) and NFA (National Fire Academy).

Most Fire Technology courses, up to 30 units, may be transferred to CSU.

Firefighter I Academy

The Firefighter I Academy is offered through partnerships with the Placer and Nevada County Fire Chief’s Associations and The City of Roseville Fire Department. Sierra College is recognized by the California State Fire Marshal and the State Board of Fire Services as an Accredited Regional Training Program.

Students must enroll in FT 100, Firefighter I Academy (500 hours) and PE 200 Fire Academy Physical Training (80 hours). Prerequisites to the Academy require completion of Fire Technology 1, Fire Protection Organization and Health Science 2, Emergency Medical Technician.

The Firefighter I Academy is offered in an extended format (evenings and weekend classes), which enables students to maintain employment while preparing for a career in the fire service. The fall Academy is held August through December, and in the spring, January through late May.

Classes are held Tuesday and Thursday nights and on Saturdays. Classes may also be scheduled on some Friday nights and Sundays. The Physical Training classes meet on Monday and Wednesday nights.

Individuals completing the Academy may apply to the State of California for a Firefighter I Certificate after successfully completing either one year as a volunteer firefighter or six months as a paid firefighter with a California fire department.

Other Certificates of Training awarded upon completion of the Academy include: (subject to change)

  • Basic Incident Command System—ICS 200
  • Confined Space Awareness
  • Hazardous Materials First Responder—Operational (CSTI )
  • First Responder Operational—Decontamination (CSTI )
  • Fire Control 3
  • Fire Control 4A/4B
  • Low Angle Rope Rescue Operational
  • Rapid Intervention Crew Tactics
  • Vehicle Extrication
  • California Department of Forestry—Basic Firefighter
  • S-130 Basic Wildland Firefighter
  • S-190 Beginning Fire Behavior
  • Swift Water Rescue Awareness

Material and Uniform Costs:

Note: Some Personal Protective Equipment will be provided by the Academy, with the exception of footwear, hoods, and gloves (for health reasons). Students must also provide their own uniforms. Specifications and sources for these items will be provided upon being accepted for enrollment in the course.

Financial Aid:

Some students may be eligible to receive financial aid. Both Board of Governor's Fee Waivers and Federal Financial Assistance may be viable options for students seeking assistance. For further information, call the Sierra College Financial Aid Office at the Rocklin Campus in Winstead Center, 916-660-7310.

Books:

All required texts for FT 100 and PE 200 will be available for purchase at the Sierra College Bookstore.

Fees:

Enrollment fees as set by the California State Legislature, are $46.00 per unit and are subject to change. Students will be responsible for the difference in enrollment fees if such changes are enacted by the Legislature. Following are estimated expenses to participate in the Academy.

Enrollment Fee $46.00 per unit x 20 units 920.00
Health Fee payable once per semester 18.00
Student Center Fee payable once per semester 5.00
Certification Fees FSTEP and CSTi 150.00
Certificate Cover 5.00
Student Manual SFM Low Angle Rope/Rescue
Operational		 54.00
Textbooks All items available at Sierra College
Bookstore		 190.00
Binders One 5" clearview, White 20.00
Medical Evaluation
and Spirometry		 Varies; Evaluations are available at the
Sierra College Health Center, Rocklin;
call 916-660-7490 for an appointment		 40.00
Safety Equipment Form approved vendors; details
provided in registration packet
Structure gloves 25.00
Turnout rental 370.00
Turnout "Bunker"
boots		 75.00
Helmet 65.00
Structure hood 20.00
Trousers (min. 2) 50.00
Station boots 150.00
Shirts (2) 40.00
T-shirts (min. 3) 40.00
Belt 15.00
Baseball cap 15.00
Physical Training
uniform		 Shoes, shorts, sweatshirt,
sweatpants		 150.00
TOTAL (approximate) $2,417.00

For additional information, contact Sierra College Fire Technology/EMT Programs at 916-781-6251 or 916-781-6255.

Fire Technology

A.A. or A.S. Degree and/or Certificate

Fire Technology Gainful Employment Information

A certificate is designed to provide vocational skills; it is not equivalent to an A.A. or A.S. degree. Grades of “C” or better must be earned in all courses required for the degree or certificate. Students earning certificates must complete 50% of required course work at Sierra College.
Fire Technology Certificate
Occupations (SOC code - links to summary report) Fire Fighters
33-2011.00
Municipal Fire Fighters
33-2011.01
Forest Fire Fighters
33-2011.02
Fire Inspectors/Investigators
33-2021.00
Fire Inspectors
33-2021.01
Fire Investigators
33-2021.02
CIPC Code 430201
Semester Units Required 30
Normal Time to Completion Rounded (months)** 18
Estimated Total Fees $1,452
Estimated Total Cost of Books and Supplies $2,370
Optional Dorm Fee: Estimated Total $10,236
Students Completing the Program 2011-12* 40
On-Time Completion Count* 1
On-Time Completion Rate (%)* 3%
Median Loan Amount* 0
* Where completions number fewer than 10, data may not be disclosed due to confidentiality regulations
** Based on full time attendance

Firefighter I Academy

General Information

The Firefighter I Academy is offered through partnerships with the Placer and Nevada County Fire Chiefs’ Associations and The City of Roseville Fire Department. Sierra College is recognized by the California State Fire Marshal and the State Board of Fire Services as an Accredited Regional Fire Academy.

Students must enroll in FIRE 100, Firefighter I Academy (500 hours) and PHED 200 Fire Academy Physical Training (80 hours). Prerequisites to the Academy require completion of FIRE 1, Fire Protection Organization and HSCI 2, Emergency Medical Technician I.

The Firefighter I Academy is offered in an extended format (evenings and weekend classes), which enables students to maintain employment while preparing for a career in the fire service. The fall Academy is held August through December, and in the spring, January through late May or early June. Classes are held Tuesday and Thursday nights and on Saturdays. Classes may also be scheduled on some Friday nights and Sundays. The Physical Training classes meet on Monday and Wednesday nights.

Individuals completing the Academy may apply to the State of California for a Firefighter I Certificate after successfully completing either one year as a volunteer firefighter or six months as a paid firefighter with a California fire department.

Other Certificates of training awarded upon completion of the Academy include: (subject to change)

  •     Basic Incident Command System- ICS 200
  •     Confine Space Awareness
  •     Hazardous Materials First Responder- Operational (CSTI)
  •     First Responder Operational—Decontamination (CSTI )
  •     Fire Control 3
  •     Fire Control 4A/4B
  •     Low Angle Rescue
  •     Rapid Intervention Crew Tactics
  •     Vehicle Extrication
  •     California Department of Forestry- Basic Firefighter
  •     S-130 Basic Wildland Firefighter
  •     S-190 Beginning Fire Behavior
  •     Swift Water Rescue Awareness

Acceptance into the Fire Academy is by an application process, which includes a physical examination. Applications for the Academy are available in April for the fall academy and October for the spring academy.

  •     Fire Officer Courses
  •     Chief Officer Courses

Estimated Expenses

Registration Fee $36 per unit effective Fall 2011
Health Fee = $18
Student Center Fee (maximum payable once per semester) = $ 5

Certification Fee(s)
FSTEP & CSTI = $150.00

Textbooks (approximate, all items bundled by Bookstore) = $204
Binders = $ 25

Medical Evaluation
Varies, according to Physician Fee & Spirometry but can run $40-$100
Evaluations are available at the Health Center = $45

From approved vendor:
Safety Equipment
Structure Gloves = $25
Turnout “Bunker” Boots = $75
Structure Hood = $20
Station Boots = $150

Uniforms
Trousers ($25.00 each, minimum of 2 pairs) = $ 50
Shirts (2 minimum) = $40
T-Shirts (minimum of 3) = $40
Belt = $15
Baseball Cap = $15
Physical Training Uniform, w/shoes, shorts, sweatshirt & sweatpants = $150

Total (Approximate) = $ 1601.00

Map to the Fire Academy/Roseville Training Center

(Note: These directions are informational only. No representation is made or warranty given as to their content, road conditions or route usability or expeditiousness. User assumes all risk of use. Sierra College assumes no responsibility for any loss or delay resulting from such use.)

Google Map

From Hwy 65: Take the Washington Blvd. exit to Blue Oaks Blvd., turn left onto Foothill Blvd. Travel approximately 4 miles and make a left turn at the traffic signal to Atkinson St. Make a right turn onto P.F.E. Rd. and travel approximately 1.1 miles. The corporation yard is on the right at P.F.E. Rd. and Hilltop Cir. The classroom at 2030 Hilltop is set off on the right, back by the training tower.

From I-80: Take the Riverside exit. Make a left turn onto Cirby Way, stay in the right lane and it will take you onto Foothills Blvd., make a right turn at the next traffic signal which will take you to Atkinson St., make another right onto P.F.E. Rd. and travel approximately 1.1 miles. The corporation yard is on the right at P.F.E. Rd. and Hilltop Cir. The classroom at 2030 Hilltop is set off on the right, back by the training tower.

Contact

Mark Buttron Part-time Instructor, Fire Technology

  • N1 111
  • 250 Sierra College Dr.
    Grass Valley, CA 95945

Patrick Mason Part-time Instructor, Fire Technology

  • N1 111
  • 250 Sierra College Dr.
    Grass Valley, CA 95945

John Rogers Part-time Instructor, Fire Technology

  • N1 111
  • 250 Sierra College Dr.
    Grass Valley, CA 95945
  • (916) 781-6251/6250
  • (916) 630-6258
Contact Staff

Sara Basque Administrative Assistant, Public Safety

Brad Amaral Part-time Instructor, Fire Technology

Jeffrey Carman Part-time Instructor, Fire Technology

Patrick Chew Part-time Instructor, Fire Technology

Timothy Crum Part-time Instructor, Fire Technology

Mark D'Ambrogi Part-time Instructor, Fire Technology

Kevin Guerrero Part-time Instructor, Fire Technology

Gregory Guyan Part-time Instructor, Fire Technology

Martin Holm Part-time Instructor, Fire Technology

Tommy Hostetter Part-time Instructor, Fire Technology

Fred Lopez Part-time Instructor, Fire Technology

Tim Palmer Part-time Instuctor, Fire Technology

Mark Romer Part-time Instructor, Fire Technology

Erich Schwab Part-time Instructor, Fire Technology

John Shelton Part-time Instructor, Fire Technology

Joshua Sunde Part-time Instructor, Fire Technology

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