Fire Protection Technology
Credentials Offered:
- FIRS.CERT - Basic Fire Academy
- FIRS.AAS - Associate's Degree
Testing Requirements
Scores indicating that no developmental coursework is needed:
TSI2
- Math: 950
- Reading: 945
- Essay: 5
Selection Process
The selection process for entrance into the Fire Academy is strict, students who are not college level are encouraged (but not required) to take developmental classes and then apply for the Academy at a later date.
Instructor Approvals
Students must have instructor approval to enroll in any Firefighter certification classes. To gain this approval, students wishing to declare FIRS.CERT (Fire Academy) must first complete an academy application before the designated deadlines. Students also must take a physical ability test.
The FIRS.AAS is reserved for students who have already gone through the Fire Academy and have been active firefighters with the desire to promote in the Fire Department. Students must complete 15 hours of their degree program here in order to graduate from Amarillo College with a FIRS.AAS.
Physical Limitations for students
Students must be in excellent physical condition. A physical ability test is administered, which consists of simulated fire scene activities (refer to CPAT videos online for more information). You will be notified of the date of the CPAT. You must show up and complete the agility test to be considered for a position in the academy. Interviews will be conducted for all applicants and it will be determined from there if you are accepted into the academy.
Prior to enrolling, students should:
Prior to entering the academy, students should: