How to Apply to the Fire Academy

Admission Requirements

You must:

• Be 18 years of age or older
• Have a high school diploma or GED
• Have a Texas driver's license
• Hold a minimum of Emergency Medical Technician—Basic (EMT-B) Certificate of Completion by the Fire Academy start date
  • Learn about TCC's EMT-B Offerings
• Pass the Physical Agility Test
• Be admitted to TCC
  • Credit students: Apply for admission to TCC
  • Continuing education students: Complete a CE enrollment form. Contact us for more information.
  • Meningitis vaccine may be required

Apply to the Fire Academy

Paid firefighters of a fire department receive first priority of enrollment. Sponsoring department is responsible for Fire Academy student fees. No testing required.

Active volunteer firefighters may receive second priority enrollment with proof of 1 year of volunteer service, EMT-B certification, and successful completion of the physical agility test. Sponsoring department is responsible for Fire Academy student fees.

You must submit the following documents to the Fire Academy Office by the application deadline.

• Fire Academy Application Packet (PDF)Listen
• Copy of EMT or Paramedic certification
• Copy of Texas driver's license
• Notarized Waiver of Liability
• Signed doctor’s release

You may deliver your materials:

• By email to Maggie Burns (margaret.burns@tccd.edu)
• By Fax: 817-515-0448
• In person

Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

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Updated September 10, 2024