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91¿´Æ¬ † 91¿´Æ¬ † Northeast Texas Community College is pleased to announce that it is now accepting applications for its new Fast Track Firefighter Academy. The first class begins July 1 and runs through December 19. Students will meet 91¿´Æ¬ †Monday 91¿´Æ¬ †throughThursday 91¿´Æ¬ †evenings at the Central Fire Station in Mount Pleasant and alternating Saturdays. 91¿´Æ¬ †

91¿´Æ¬ † 91¿´Æ¬ † The course of study will include 91¿´Æ¬ †Firefighter I, Firefighter II, HazMat Awareness and HazMat Operations. 91¿´Æ¬ †Students may enroll in one or all of the classes, depending on the certifications they need to complete. Firefighter 91¿´Æ¬ †I 91¿´Æ¬ †and II are $610 per course and Hazmat Awareness and HazMat Operations are $100 per course. 91¿´Æ¬ †Other program costs include PPE, uniforms, books, and physical.

91¿´Æ¬ † 91¿´Æ¬ † "We are excited to offer the Fast Track Firefighter Academy this year. 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, 91¿´Æ¬ Director of Continuing Education, said. 91¿´Æ¬ †

91¿´Æ¬ † 91¿´Æ¬ † Flexible payment plans are available and limited financial aid is available for qualifying individuals. Volunteer firefighters may also qualify for HB2604 funds. 91¿´Æ¬ †Courses are taught by seasoned firefighters, including Mount Pleasant Fire Chief, Larry McRae. 91¿´Æ¬ †Call 903-434-8134 today for more information or to register.