Northeast Texas Community College is now accepting applications for its upcoming Firefighter Academy. The program begins January 11 and runs through June 30. †Students will meet†Monday†through Thursday†evenings at the Central Fire Station in Mount Pleasant and alternating Saturdays.†
The course of study will include†Firefighter I, Firefighter II, HazMat Awareness and HazMat Operations. The cost for the program is $1,664 plus books and personal protective equipment. Some financial aid may be available and volunteer firefighters may be eligible for tuition and fee assistance from the Texas A&M Forest Service (HB 2604 funds).†
?This is a great opportunity for those interested in working as a professional firefighter and also for volunteers who want to take their training to the next level,? Lisa York, NTCC Director of Continuing Education, said.†
Flexible payment plans for the academy tuition are available. Contact the Continuing Education Department at 903-434-8134 for more details.†Courses are taught by seasoned firefighters, including Mount Pleasant Fire Chief, Larry McRae.†Call 903-434-8134 or visit ntcc.edu/fireacademy today for more information or to register.
