Firefighter Academy

Firefighter Certification Course August 2013 - May 2014

1.  You must first apply at LSC-CyFair through the online application process. You must see an academic advisor on campus to ensure you have met eligibility requirements.

You must complete the following course options before the academy begins:
A. ENGL 0305 - Developmental Reader 2 or higher level course AND
B. ENGL 0307 or ENGL 0356 - Developmental Writing 2 or a higher level course
C. NREMT or TDSHS EMT-B (Highly recommended but not required)

OR

Satisfactory scores on placement exams. Your scores must be approved by the advisor before you register.  If your scores are not within the acceptable range you can also take above noted English courses to fulfill the requirements.  This is subject to advisor approval.  These courses must be completed during the summer semester and before the fall academy.  English requirements must be met before you start any of our Firefighter Certification Courses. You may register before completing the English requirements, but if the requirements are not met, you forfeit your spot within the academy.

2. Once an advisor has verified your eligibility to enter the program, you will be allowed to register for the following fall academy classes. (You must register for all classes listed below.)

First Semester (Fall 2013)

Second Semester (Spring 2014)

3.  Acceptance of the Lone Star College-CyFair Firefighter Academy requires that you be declared physically fit by your doctor. The required physical examination form, including immunization verification, is included with this information package. These forms must be submitted to the Fire Academy Secretary by the first week of July 2013.

4.  Recruits are selected on a first come, first serve basis. There are limited slots. Registration for the fall academy will begin in early April 2013. Enrollment is limited to 35 students for the day class and 30 students for the night class.

5.  General Physical Fitness Requirements:
     • Must be able to run 2 miles in under 18 minutes.
     • Must be able to lift heavy objects, approximately 150 pounds.
     • Fully participate in a required physical agility course while attending the academy.
     • Be in good general health.
     • Weight in proportion to height.
     • Turn in completed physical examination form signed by your doctor. Due by the first week of July 2013. (Form is to be returned to ESEC staff)

6.  Mandatory Orientation Sessions will be scheduled for July 2013, with the dates to be announced in June 2013.  There will be two sessions scheduled, one at 3:00pm and the other at 6:00pm.  You must attend at least one session. At these sessions, recruits will be able to purchase uniforms and be fitted for fire fighter gear rental.

7.  The approximate cost of the academy is as followed:  

 

Tuition (in-district)	$ 800.00-Fall, $ 900.00-Spring
Tuition (out-of-district)	$ 1,800.00-Fall, $ 1,900.00-Spring
Books	$ 450.00
Uniforms	$ 400.00
Running Shoes	$ 85.00
Fire Fighter gear rental (9 months)*	$ 750.00 (price subject to change)
*Your own NFPA Structural Firefighting Gear may be used upon our approval.
Click here for important information for Volunteer Firefighters regarding Tuition

                                

LSC-CyFair at Barker Cypress Campus
The CyFair Firefighter/EMT Academy will start the last week in August 2013 and runs for two (2) semesters, ending the first week in May 2014. (approximately nine months)

Fall Semester
• Day Academy : Monday-Thursday from 8:00am-4:00pm
• Night Academy : Monday-Thursday from 5:00pm-11:00pm
Spring Semester
• Day Academy : Tuesday - Thursday from 8:00am-4:00pm Firefighter Training
• Night Academy : Tuesday - Thursday from 5:00pm-11:30pm Firefighter Training

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Veteran Affairs
The Veteran Affairs office is located in Room 142 C of the Learning Center at LSC-CyFair.
Phone: (281) 290-3200
E-mail: cfcinfo@lonestar.edu

Workforce Solutions
Susan Dixon 
Phone: (281) 644-1030 ext. 3005
E-mail: susan.dixon@wrksolutions.com