Fire Protection Technology Fire Training

Fire Protection

Career/Technical Certificate

Whether you’re just beginning your journey or looking to take the next step, the San Jac Firefighter Training Academy supports you at every stage. We prepare aspiring firefighters to meet and exceed state requirements, and we help working professionals advance their careers through a two-year degree.

Fire Protection: A Degree That Begins with a Calling

This is more than a degree. It’s a calling. Get the training you need from experienced professionals to start your career.
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Start with a strong, affordable foundation

Get high-quality training at San Jac that prepares you to enter the fire service, advance in your current role, or transfer to a four-year program.
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Protect lives and property

Prepare for a career focused on safeguarding people, homes, businesses, and communities from fire and other emergencies.
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Train for real-world response

Gain hands-on experience with equipment, procedures, and scenarios that reflect what today’s fire service professionals face in the field.
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Build in-demand, transferable skills

Develop teamwork, leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills that are essential in emergency services and valued in many careers.

 

Careers

Firefighters

 $59,820
Fire Inspectors and Investigators
$83,366
Emergency Management Directors
$101,865

 Opportunities

Opportunities to pursue after completing this program include:

  • Fire inspector
  • Fire investigator
  • Hazardous materials emergency response
  • Emergency management

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Salary Source: Texas Wages

 

DEGREES & CERTIFICATES

Firefighting, AAS

Career/Technical
The Associate of Applied Science degree is for academy graduates and current firefighters. It offers additional fire-related education and certification opportunities.
Length 2 Years
If you're studying full-time, you can complete the 60 credits for this program in five terms, including a summer term.
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Firefighting, Certificate of Technology (Firefighter Training Academy)

Certificate
The firefighter training academy prepares you to take the Texas Commission on Fire Protection Basic Suppression Exam. You'll be prepared to launch your career in positions statewide.
Length 6 Months
If you're studying full-time, you can complete the 24 credits for this certificate in two terms.
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CAREER TRACKS

After San Jacinto College

Upon completion of this program, students will be prepared for both initial and additional certification opportunities prior to entering the field.

Applying to San Jac

Sounds great, but how do I apply?

Ready to take the first step toward an exciting future? It’s time to apply to San Jac. We’ll guide you through the process and help you start building your future, today.
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Your Questions Answered

Big decision, simple answers. Let’s clear it up.
A Fire Protection degree can prepare you for careers as a firefighter, fire inspector, fire investigator, fire officer, or in emergency management and fire prevention roles. It can also serve as a foundation for transferring to a four-year program in fire science or emergency management.

No. The program is designed for both students who are new to the field and those already working in the fire service who want to advance their skills, credentials, or career opportunities.

The San Jacinto College Firefighter Training Academy:

  • is designed for you if you’re an aspiring firefighter who wants to meet and exceed state requirements while preparing for a career in the fire service; and

  • prepares you to take the Texas Commission on Fire Protection Basic Suppression exam, which certifies you for entry-level firefighter positions across Texas.

Yes. Courses include practical training, simulations, and applied learning experiences that help you build real-world skills alongside classroom instruction.

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Support for your studies

At San Jac, you’re never alone. Our teams ensure you have the support you need to achieve your academic goals. 
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Contact Us

Do you  have questions about the Fire Technology Program? Reach out – we can help. For general questions, please call us at 281-998-6150.
Lynwood Dunseith
Prog Director, Fire Protection
Email
woody.dunseith@sjcd.edu
Phone
(281) 476-1834
Location
Maritime