Firefighter

School of
Health Professions

Heidi Anderton

Health Professions Advisor
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Application Dates

Application Closed — Application opens on 07/21/25 —

Course Details Program Orientation & Policies Essential Industry Skills

Program Summary

When Can I Start

Training Dates

Credits

12 Hours

Time to Complete

5 months @ 20hrs/wk

Training Locations

Main Campus

NOTE: Some skills labs are performed at the Layton City Fire Tower and the Davis Tech Emergency Services Training Lab in Clearfield

Adult Student Costs | $2,423^*

*Estimated: Includes Tuition, Fees and Course Materials. Some elective courses may have additional fees and/or materials that are not calculated in this summary.

High School Costs | $1,216

Tuition is free for high school students, however there are some fees and materials that they may be responsible for at the beginning or during the program

NOTE: Textbook and material costs are based on Davis Tech’s bookstore prices at the time of publication and are subject to change. There are no charges associated with personal data collection and processes or verification of student identity.

Program Outcomes

Placement Rate

%

Utah Job Outlook

Firefighters

Program / Admission Details

Program Description

The Firefighter program is accredited by the Utah Fire and Rescue Academy (UFRA) and courses are designed to meet the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) professional qualifications requirements for certification. This program provides training focused on developing individual competencies such as beginning and advanced firefighting and hazardous materials handling in a team-based learning environment. Students develop skills that are fundamental to firefighting in preparation for entering the fire service. Certification testing is administered upon completion.

Admission Requirements

This program is open to qualified high school and adult students.

Students must meet the following requirements:

High school students must be in second semester of their senior year and be 18 years old on or before March 1st
Adult students must have a high school diploma or equivalent
Complete the placement assessments as noted below
Be in good physical and psychological condition for employment requirements
- Physical Assessment Requirement:
  - 20 push-ups in one (1) minute
  - 30 sit-ups in one (1) minute
  - 1.5 mile run in 16:40 minutes
  - 90-second plank
  - 45 lb. grip test.
- NOTE: The physical strength and endurance demand associated with training and on-the-job use and operations of current firefighting equipment include lifting, carrying, pulling of objects, climbing, crawling, running, and hoisting. Physical agility requires upper body strength, aerobic conditioning, and flexibility. Students will be exposed to dark rooms, confined spaces, and extreme heat and cold

Students must submit the required documentation:

Davis Tech Safety Information Acknowledgement
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. BLS certification must meet the requirements set forth by the Bureau of Emergency Medical Services and Preparedness and must not expire before the end of the program. This course is offered through Davis Tech and ECOE.
- All courses must have an in-person skills evaluation completed by an instructor. Online courses will not be accepted. A list of accepted courses is found here.

If you have questions regarding the admission requirements, program, or application process, please contact the Health Professions Advisor at 801-593-2362.

Admission Assessment Requirements

Transcripts for prior academic learning or assessments (such as college or high school), may waive some or all of the admission requirements. Copies should be emailed to Admissions@davistech.edu. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable in most cases. For applicants who do not have supporting documentation, please contact the Assessment Center to schedule an assessment.

The following tests are required for this program:

Accuplacer Next Generation Reading Practice Reading Test

To be considered for a potential assessment waiver:

High school applicants will have their high school transcript reviewed; in addition, they may also submit their ACT/SAT scores
Adult applicants may submit unofficial high school transcripts, if courses were taken in the last three years; unofficial college transcripts from a regionally accredited institution; or ACT/SAT scores, if taken within the last three (3) years
Applicants with a Davis Tech Certificate of Completion at an equivalent level or higher
Applicants with an associate degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution may submit a copy of their unofficial transcript of conferred degree

Documentation must be uploaded for an assessment waiver with program application or can be emailed to admissions@davistech.edu for review.

Credentials and Certifications

Davis Technical College Credentials

Davis Technical College Certificate of Program Completion

Available Licensing/Certifications

Utah Fire and Rescue Academy (UFRA) Firefighter I
Utah Fire and Rescue Academy (UFRA) Firefighter II
Utah Fire and Rescue Academy (UFRA) Hazardous Materials - Awareness
Utah Fire and Rescue Academy (UFRA) Hazardous Materials - Basic Operation

Transfer Options

Following the completion of this Davis Tech program and after being admitted to the partner institution, your Davis Tech certificate of completion may be converted as indicated below

12 transferable credits to Utah System of Higher Education institutions.
16 credits can be awarded toward an Associate of Science degree at Utah Valley University.