Firefighter
Program Details
Program Description
Industry Certification: This course prepares students for the Florida Bureau of Fire Standards and Training.
Train to be: Firefighter.
The Firefighter program content includes, but is not limited to, orientation to the fire service, fire alarms and communication, vehicles, apparatus and equipment, fire behavior, portable extinguishers, fire streams, fundamentals of extinguishment, ladders, hoses, tools and equipment, forcible entry, salvage, overhaul, ventilation, rescue, protective breathing equipment, first responder emergency medical techniques, water supplies, principles of in-service inspections, safety, controlled burning, and employability skills.
Articulation: This program is comprised of courses which have been assigned course numbers in the SCNS (Statewide Course Numbering System) in accordance with Section 1007.24 (1), F.S. Career and Technical credit shall be awarded to the student on a transcript in accordance with Section 1001.44(3)(b), F.S.
Start Date:
Fall and Spring Semester Only
Program Length:
492 hours – approximately 4 months to complete the day program and approximately
7.5 months to complete the evening program
Times:
Day (Fire): Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Eve (Fire): Monday – Thursday 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Saturday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Location:
MTC East Campus, 5520 Lakewood Ranch Blvd., Bradenton, FL 34211
(941) 752-8100
Prerequisites:
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification Program.
Apply to MTC at https://www.manateetech.edu/apply-now/.
Email mtcpublicsafety@manateeschools.net to request a virtual mandatory information session.
Program #P430211 CIP #0743020304
*Estimated Tuition, Lab, and Fees (includes administrative fee)
$3,026.64
Additional Fees Due Prior to Pre-Admittance
Application Fee
$45.00
Physical Examination & Immunizations
Price Varies
Medical Evaluation (Advanced Fire Fighter Physical)
Price Varies
Drug Screening (All for Life)
$35.00
Background Check (All for Life)
$58.00
Bookstore
Textbook Estimate (Purchased Online)
$175.00
Uniforms (2 T-Shirts, I Pair of Black Shorts for classroom) (Purchased at MTC Outfitters at Main Campus)
$40.00
Additional Required Items (Outside Vendor)
Fire II State Testing Fees – Practical Certification Exam
$30.00
Fire II State Testing Fees – Written Exam (Pearson VUE Computer Testing)
$42.00
Uniforms (pants, shoes, belt)
Price Varies
*Estimated Total Cost of Program
$3,451.64
*Prices are subject to change
Financial aid available depending on student’s eligibility.
All pre-admission fees are non-refundable and not covered by Financial Aid. Prices are subject to change.
Annual fees (charged each academic year from July 1—June 30).
Textbook estimate. Current book list and prices: http://manateetech.edu/current-students/bookstore/ Tuition is $2.92 per hour for Florida residents. Tuition is $11.71 per hour for Non-Florida residents.
Visit MTC Financial Aid page for more information.
Florida Department of Education: Frameworks
Possible Careers and Outlook
33-2011.00 Firefighters
Download Firefighter Program’s Details and Costs (PDF, 400KB)
Program Facts
Job Placement
Rate
86%
On-time Completion Rate
100%
LENGTH
402 hours
Day: 4 months
Eve: 7.5 months
LOCATION
East Campus, Lakewood Ranch
DELIVERY
Full-Time:
Day or Eve
DUAL ENROLLMENT
No
Have Questions? Ready to Start Your Career?
Mark Toler
5520 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34211
Call 941.752.8100 x 47134
Email: mtcpublicsafety@manateeschools.net
or schedule an appointment:
