This certificate is designed to prepare students to become entry-level firefighters in local and state fire agencies in California. This fundamental intensive training course includes all learning domains from the California Fire Marshal’s office, which includes instruction in structural, commercial and industrial firefighting. The Verdugo Fire Academy is a State Board of Fire Services and California State Fire Marshal's accredited Regional Training Program (ARTP) sponsored by Glendale Community College and the Glendale Fire Department. Students receive a variety of California State Fire Marshal certificates upon graduation from the Academy including state and international certification as a Firefighter 1. Students must complete all required courses for a minimum of 35 units. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will be able to discuss the skills required for fire prevention techniques; discuss the aspects of fire behavior; discuss the skills required for fire-fighting tactics and strategy; and discuss the skills required for the use of equipment used in fire protection. The Verdugo Fire Academy is a State Board of Fire Services and California State Fire Marshal's accredited Regional Fire Academy sponsored by Glendale Community College and the Glendale Fire Department. Students receive a variety of California State Fire Marshal certificates upon graduation from the Academy.

This certificate does not satisfy the major requirements for the Associate in Science degree.

Certificate Program Map

PREREQUISITE COURSES	REQUIRED COURSES FOR CERTIFICATE		UNITS
	FIRE 116	Fire Academy I	4
FIRE 116	FIRE 117	Fire Academy II	12
FIRE 117	FIRE 118	Fire Academy III	7
FIRE 118	FIRE 119	Fire Academy IV	12
	TOTAL UNITS REQUIRED		35

NOTE: ADDITIONAL COURSEWORK MIGHT BE REQUIRED IF PREREQUISITES ARE NOT MET. SEE A COUNSELOR TO PREPARE A STUDENT EDUCATIONAL PLAN.

February 2026	GCC Catalog Addendum Spring 2026
Important Notice: In the event of a discrepancy between the information presented above and the online and/or print versions of the GCC Catalog, please contact a counselor or the office of Admissions and Records. For previous years requirements please see the catalog from that year.