Allan Hancock College's fire technology program provides high quality educational opportunities that enhance a student's understanding of the fire service field. Students in the program learn the fundamentals of safety and efficiency in emergency and fire situations, as well as analyze the causes of fires and how to fight them. Students are provided with a challenging learning environment which includes hands-on experience in a world-class training center.
This program will help you to:
- increase your physical and mental fitness
- develop humility, maturity, and accountability
- understand the importance of dedication to 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 pertaining to safety and efficiency in all risk emergencies and scenarios pertaining to fire, safety, and/or medical services
Fire Academy Fall 2025 Application Deadline: March 14, 2025 to April 30, 2025
Fire Academy Fall 2025 Application
Women's Fire Camp
May 31, 2025 | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
To view the program requirements and suggested course sequences for the degrees and/or certificates available for this program, please visit the course catalog.
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Contact Information
Leonard Champion
Fire Academy Faculty/Coordinator
lchampion@hancockcollege.edu
805-735-3366 ext. 3807
John Ceceña
Fire Technology Coordinator
john.ceceña@hancockcollege.edu
805-735-3366 ext. 5246
Justice Miller
Program Technicican
justice.miller@hancockcollege.edu 805-735-3366 ext. 3282
Accreditation Information
Allan Hancock College is an Accredited Regional Training Program (ARTP) and the Fire Academy is part of the California State Fire Marshal’s accreditation. Since 1972 we have taught Firefighter-1 classes through our 609-hour certified Fire Academy program.
The Firefighter 1 Academy is a California State Fire Marshal certified academy that meets all the requirements in National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1001 for entry level firefighters. Our academy is the foundation for a career in the fire service. The Certification Training Standards for Firefighter 1 are followed and signed off as you complete each block of instruction. Certification exams require a passing score of at least 80 percent and manipulative exams require a score of 100 percent.
