Fire Technology

Train for Your Career in Fire Service

The Spring 2027 Fire Academy Application will launch
October 1, 2026 – October 30, 2026

Allan Hancock College’s Fire Technology program offers high‑quality educational opportunities for students interested in becoming firefighters or pursuing careers in fire and emergency services. Students learn the fundamentals of safety and efficiency in emergency and fire situations, explore the causes of fires, and develop the skills used to prevent and fight them. The program provides a challenging, hands‑on learning environment in a world‑class training center designed to prepare students for real‑world fire service work.

This program will help you to: 

• Increase your physical and mental fitness
• Develop humility, maturity, and accountability
• Understand the importance of dedication to the team and self
• Become a more competent public speaker
• Demonstrate the skill set necessary for a successful career in fire service, environmental technology, and/or emergency medical services
• Understand federal and state laws, regulations, and codes of safety and efficiency in all risk emergencies and scenarios of fire, safety, and/or medical services

Deadline: October 1, 2026 to October 30, 2026 by 4 p.m.

FIRE ACADEMY SPRING 2027 APPLICATION

Women's Fire Camp

Saturday, May 30, 2026 | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Degrees and Certificates Offered

Each program has unique requirements. The order in which you take courses may affect your completion time. Visit the links below to view the program requirements and a general semester-by-semester course schedule.

Associate in Science- Fire Technology

Certificate of Achievement- Fire Technology

Certificate of Accomplishment- Firefighter Academy

To view all available degrees and certificates visit the Allan Hancock College course catalog.

Programs you may also be interested in exploring...

• Basic Law Enforcement
• Emergency Medical Services
• Firefighter Internship Program
• Wildland Fire Technology

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