Northeast Texas Community College is now accepting applications for its upcoming Firefighter Academy. The program begins January 11 and runs through June 30. 91¿´Æ¬ †Students will meet 91¿´Æ¬ †Monday 91¿´Æ¬ †through Thursday 91¿´Æ¬ †evenings at the Central Fire Station in Mount Pleasant and alternating Saturdays. 91¿´Æ¬ â€
The course of study will include 91¿´Æ¬ †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). 91¿´Æ¬ â€
?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¬ â€
Flexible payment plans for the academy tuition are available. Contact the Continuing Education Department at 903-434-8134 for more details. 91¿´Æ¬ †Courses are taught by seasoned firefighters, including Mount Pleasant Fire Chief, Larry McRae. 91¿´Æ¬ †Call 903-434-8134 or visit ntcc.edu/fireacademy today for more information or to register.
