Fire Academy
Colusa County Office of Education Fire Academy
Applications due October 13, 2026
Upon successful completion of the 440-hours taught to Firefighter 1 standards, the student will receive fire service certifications, a CCOE/CTE Certificate of Achievement and eligibility to apply for California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CALFIRE). This program or activity is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
Enjoy this video featuring Cohort 8, the 2023 graduating class!
Fire Academy Schedule
- October 13, 2026 - Application due
- October 24, 2026 - Selected candidates will be notified
- November 7, 2026 - Physical Fitness Test; Time and Location: TBD
- November 14, 2026 - Mandatory Orientation for Cadets (3:00pm - 5:00pm)
- December 7, 2026 - All paperwork must be complete, and tuition/fees paid in full or Cadet will be dropped
- January 1, 2027 to May 16, 2027 - Classes in session
- 20 weekends (total of 400 hours)
- Fridays, 5:30pm to 9:30pm (end times are subject to change)
- Saturdays & Sundays, 7:00am to 5:00pm (end times are subject to change)
Training may include
- Fire Attack Strategies
- Wildland Fire Control
- Interior Structure Operations
- Fire Engine Operations
- Fire Line Construction
- Confined Space Awareness
- HAZMAT certification
- Firefighter Safety
Cost
- Tuition: $3000 (*subject to change each year due to changes in costs)
- Uniform: Approximately $400 (includes pants, shirts, gloves, shorts & boots)
- Gear Rental: Approximately $900 (includes shipping)
Students may be eligible for scholarships, details provided at Orientation.
Location
- Education Village - Building M and Multipurpose Room - 499 Margurite Street, Williams, CA 95987
SENIORS IN HIGH SCHOOL - Contact your high school counselor or administrator to discuss enrollment in this CTE class