The San Jac Firefighter Training Academy, housed at the Maritime Technology & Training
Center, is for aspiring firefighters looking to meet and exceed all state requirements
to prepare for their careers. We also serve current firefighters seeking to advance
their careers.
Program at a Glance
Career Opportunities
Opportunities to pursue after completing this program include:
Fire inspector
Fire investigator
Hazardous materials emergency response
Emergency management
Earning Potential
Firefighter: $49,864 per year
For more salary information, check out Texas Wages.
Location
Maritime Technology & Training Center
DEGREES & CERTIFICATES
Firefighting, AAS
Technical Degree
The Associate of Applied Science degree provides current firefighters with additional fire-related education and certification opportunities to help you advance your career.This degree is for academy graduates and current firefighters and provides additional fire-related education and certification opportunities.
2 Years
If you're studying full-time, you can complete the 60 credits for this program in five terms, including a summer term.
Firefighting, Certificate of Technology (Firefighter Training Academy)
Certificate
The firefighter training academy qualifies you for an entry-level firefighter position. This firefighter training academy program prepares students to take the Texas Commission on Fire Protection Basic Suppression Exam, which certifies you for entry-level firefighter positions statewide.
6 Months
If you're studying full-time, you can complete the 24 credits for this certificate in two terms.
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.
Firefighter for a Day
Turning Up the Heat on San Jac Employees
Each year, this program invites San Jacinto College employees to suit up and feel
the burn at the La Porte Fire Training Facility, where College cadets practice searching,
rescuing, and controlling fires.