Basic Firefighter Certificate

Location(s): El Centro

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Note: This program may lead to an occupational license for which a prior criminal history may make a student ineligible. For more information, please visit: https://www.dallascollege.edu/about/legal/hb1508/.

(Level I Certificate)

El Centro campus only

Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.

Degree Plan Code: C1_FIREFIGHTER

Dallas College Basic Firefighter Certificate is part of the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) certification process. Prior to being appointed to fire suppression duties, personnel must complete a Commission-approved basic structure fire suppression program and successfully complete a Commission recognized emergency medical course. Students may receive academic credit for successful completion of TCFP-approved basic firefighter certification courses. Successful completion of this Level I Certificate allows students to take the TCFP structured exam and receive the TCFP Basic Fire Suppression certification.

Completion of a comprehensive end-of-course exam, with a minimum passing score of 70% is required for TCFP certification.

Semester 1

Semester Total: 15 Credit Hours

Semester 2

Semester Total: 17 Credit Hours

Minimum Hours Required: 32 Credit Hours

Note(s):

*FIRS 1313 Firefighter Certification III is the capstone course for this award.

Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.