Academy Information
Fire Academy Physical Ability Test
Considering Becoming a Firefighter?
Join us for the Fire Physical Fitness Day at the AC First Responders Academy. Passing this is a step toward enrolling in the Amarillo College Fire Academy.
Practice Fitness Exams
- June 27 – 9:00 -11:00 am
or - July 1 – 9:00 -11:00 am
Fitness Exams
- July 11 – 9:00 -11:00 am
or - July 18 – 9:00 -11:00 am
Test Location
Amarillo College First Responders Academy
3891 Plains Blvd.
Amarillo, TX 79102
Prepare for the Test
Dress in athletic gear (hoodies, sweatpants, workout pants, and shoes). Bring water and be ready to demonstrate your physical fitness. Start training now!
Get Assistance with Enrollment
Amarillo College Enrollment Advisors will be onsite to help you apply for the Fire Academy. Choose from in-person or hybrid training options starting. Limited spots available – Register today.
For More Information or to Reserve Your Spot
Email: ssmalley@actx.edu
Call: (806) 457-4450
Prepare for the FireFit Test
Learn more at firefitnation.com
About the AC Fire Academy
Amarillo College, in partnership with local municipal and county fire departments, introduced the Regional Fire Academy in 1992 to provide comprehensive, cost-effective training programs that meet or exceed state: Texas Commission on Fire Protection Standards (TCFP) and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) training requirements. In August 2024, the Academy moved into its own state-of-the-art facility, making it the premier firefighter training center in the Panhandle.
- The Regional Fire Academy provides standardized training at a reasonable cost with convenient schedules for students.
- Professional firefighters can take courses to achieve promotion and advancement.
- Volunteer firefighters can maintain or improve their skills so they may better serve their communities.
- Those entering this dynamic career can complete the training required of a basic firefighter before taking a fire department entrance examination.
Getting Started
- Must be 18 and have a high school diploma or GED
- Take the TSI placement test and meet program standards.
- Fill out the online Amarillo College application for admissions
- Complete the Academy application
Raul Dominguez is the advisor for the Fire Academy. He is located on the Plains Blvd. Campus, First Responders Academy, Room 1048. You may bring your application into the office, or you may email your application to rrdominguez@actx.edu.
If you have any questions, please contact Raul at (806) 457-4468.