FIRE 208.1 Firefighter I Academy Description: An intensive series of skills and knowledge needed for the entry level professional firefighter to perform his/her duties safely, effectively and competently. Combined with Emergency Medical Technician, meet the educational requirements for Firefighter I certification as established by the State Board of Fire Services. Course also includes two overnight sessions. Upon successful completion of the wildland component, students also receive a CAL FIRE Basic Firefighter Certificate. Prerequisites: Course Completion of FIRE 71 and EMC 100 and FIRE 208 (or their equivalent as determined by the Dean of Public Safety Instruction) Recommended Preparation: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100 Limits on Enrollment: Current Class "C" California Driver License. A Fire Program Medical Clearance Statement signed by a physician for participation in a rigorous fitness program and other physical activities including climbing, rappelling, carrying and lifting heavy equipment (65-100 lbs.), rescue/body drags (165 lbs.) and live fire exercises (crawling and pulling pressurized hose lines). Said statement is valid one year from the date of endorsement. Repeatability: Two Repeats if Grade was D, F, NC, or NP Grading Type: Grade Only Sections listed are for

Sect Days Hours Instructor Location Room Units Status Total Seats Current Enrollment Seats Remaining Date Begin/End Date Final Exam Books 3501 TTh SatSun SatSun 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 7:20 am - 12:00 pm 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm Collins R Collins R Collins R In Service/Fire Technology, Public Safety Training Center PS 706 PS 706 PS 706 15.00 Restricted 35 40 0 08/15-12/15 08/15-12/15 08/15-12/15 12/15/2019     Mandatory orientation at Public Safety Training Center in Windsor on July 20 at 8am. For further orientation information call (707) 836-2908. Upon completion of the Academy, students will meet the educational requirements for Firefighter I and receive a Cal Fire Basic Firefighter Certificate. The class includes two consecutive overnight sessions during the wildland unit. The above section is an IP course from Summer 2019 (8/6-12/15). Entry into the academy is by application only. Please visit pstc.santarosa.edu/firefighter-1 for more information.