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FIRE ACADEMY INFORMATION PACKETMoreno Valley College conducts a full-time (16 week) Basic FirefighterAcademy during the Spring and Fall semester of each year. Uponcompletion, students earn 21.5 college units and receive a total of 22certifications from the California State Fire Marshal’s Office, CaliforniaState Fire Training Institute, the National Wildland Coordinating Group,Cal FIRE and FEMA.*** Academy Dates, Times, and Fees are Subject to Change. ***Important DatesApplication SubmissionFall Academy Applications Accepted: May 1st through May 31st.Spring Academy Applications Accepted: Nov1st.Through Nov. 30th.***Only Online applications will be accepted and considered. **** NO EXCEPTIONS*Application Submission Method:Online @ https://www.mvc.edu/bctc/fire/Application review and email notification of acceptance:Fall Academy notifications will be made during the 1st week of JuneSpring Academy notifications will be made during the 3rd.week of DecemberFIT S3A Intro to Fire Academy & Physical Conditioning:(Mondays 0800 – 1700)Fall Academy: First 6 Mondays of the summer sessionSpring Academy: First 6 Mondays of the winter sessionBasic Fire Fighter Academy SessionsFall Academy: Late August through mid-DecemberSpring Academy: April through the first week of JuneGraduation:Held at 10:00 am the Saturday immediately following week 16

Basic Fire Academy Application Instructions1. Handwritten applications will not be accepted. Applications must be completedonline. All required supporting documentation must be uploaded at the time ofapplication completion @ https://www.mvc.edu/bctc/fire/academy.cfm2. You may still apply if you have prerequisites in progress however:a) All prerequisites must be completed prior to the end of FIT S3Ab) Applicants with completed prerequisites will be given priorityBasic Firefighter Academy Prerequisites:All prerequisites must be completed by the end of FIT-S3A1. Fire Protection Organization (FIT 1) or equivalent.Proof of successfully completing “Fire Protection Organization” (FIT 1) or anequivalent course can be done by submitting unofficial transcripts. Classes takenout-of-state or with an ROP will need to be reviewed by our Department Chair todetermine if it meets equivalency. If this is the case, a copy of thecourse syllabuswill need to be submitted.2. EMT CertificationA current copy of a California State EMT or NREMT card must be provided. Forinformation on howto obtain your California EMT certification, please visit:http://www.emsa.ca.gov/EMT3. Physical Abilities TestStudents must pass a CPAT or BIDDLE which must be valid within 12 monthsprior to the start of theFire Academy. Test information can be found at thefollowing links:a) CPAThttp://www.cffjac.org/go/jac/cpat/b) sical-Ability-Test.aspx

4. Physical/Medical ExamsMVC requires all cadets participating in Intro to Fire Academy & PhysicalConditioning for Fire Academy (FIT S3A), and the Basic Firefighter Academy(FIT-S3) to complete a physical/medical examprior to starting FIT S3A. This exammust be complete and submitted with the initial academy application. Applicantsmay obtain their physical at Moreno Valley College Health Services for afee. For more info: www.mvc.edu/services/hs/Medical clearance documentation must be submitted with your application to be eligible forenrollment in the Basic Firefighter Academy (FIT S3)5. FIT–S3A Intro to Fire Academy & Physical Conditioning for FireAcademyThis physical conditioning and orientation program prepares students for the physical andemotional demands of the Basic Firefighter Academy by including muscular strengthdevelopment, cardio respiratory endurance training, body composition assessments, physicalagility, and flexibility training. Additionally, students will be introduced to the paramilitaryformat and behavioral norms associated of the Basic Firefighter Academya. Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA) Guidelines1. While enrolled in FIT-S3A Introduction to Fire Academy andPhysical Conditioning, students will be required to participate inphysical conditioning (PC) activities and must pass a PhysicalFitnessAssessment (PFA) consisting of push-ups, crunches, and a 1.5 milerun. Fitness Charts for your age and gender can be found at the endof this document.2.Students must achieve a minimum composite score of 75 points tosuccessfully complete FIT S3A and be enrolled in FIT S3 Basic FireAcademy3. Students will have one minute to complete as many correctrepetitions as possible for push-ups and crunches. Points willvary according to age and gender.4. Students will receive a score on a 0 – 100 point scale based on thefollowing maximum component scores:a) 50 points for aerobic fitness assessment (1.5 mile run)b) 25 points for push-upsc) 25 points for crunches

b. Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA)1. Crunchesa) Arms folded across chestb) Feet flat on the ground – no wider than hipsc) Touch both elbows to their respective leg at the top of eachrepetitiond) Both shoulder blades must touch grounde) Rest in “up” position for up to 5 seconds (don’t touch legs witharms)2. Push-upsa) Hands should be shoulder width apart or narrowerb) Keep body straight throughout exercise (except during restperiods)c) Arms must bend to minimum of 90 degrees at the bottom of eachrepetitiond) Rest in “up” position3. 1.5 mile run (timed)c. Fitness Recommendations for Potential Applicants:1. Crunches & Push-ups: Take the self-test score and multiply it bythree. This number willbe the total number of repetitions that shouldbe performed every other day. Perform as many repetitions asphysically able, resting for one minute between each set. Continuethis process until the total goal as determined above is met.2. Aerobic Running: The minimum recommendation is to 20 minutesper day, three days per week for three weeks. After three weeks,increase your time to 30 minutes per day. Itis strongly recommendedthat the MVC Fire Academy Training Plan is started as early aspossible prior to arrival into the S3A and Basic Firefighter Academy.*FIT-S3A is not an open class. Only candidates that are accepted to attendthe Basic Firefighter Academy will be enrolled by the college into thiscourse*

Financial AidAll applicants are encouraged to apply for financial aid as early as possible atwww.fafsa.gov and use Moreno Valley College Code # 041735. For furtherinformation, contact Student Financial Services at: (951)571-6139 orStudentFinancialServices@mvc.edu or Riverside County WorkforceDevelopment @ -NavOnly/WDC-Information/Workforce-Development- CentersApplicant Selection Process:The Basic Fire Academy is open to 50 students who meet the programprerequisites listed above. Potential candidates will be selected based onthe criteria (ranking) listed below.1. Applicants with completed applications, have completed anduploaded all prerequisites, and are sponsored or nominated by aparticipating Riverside County Training Officers Association(RCTOA) Fire Agency Will be placed inRank 1.2. Non-Sponsored Applicants with complete applications who have metall required prerequisites will be placed inRank 2.3. Non Sponsored applicants who have completed 2 of the 3prerequisites with the 3rd. in process will be placed in Rank 3.4. Non-Sponsored applicants with 1 of 3 prerequisites with 2 of 3 inprocess will be placed inRank 4.*A total of 60 applicants will be selected to participate in the FIT S-3APre-Academy. The top 50 candidates will advance to the Basic FireAcademy. *

Sponsorships & Nominations1. Sponsorship: If a Department is sponsoring a cadet, they should providethe cadet with NFPA compliant safety gear/equipment and acceptresponsibility for replacement or repair of such gear/equipment asnecessary. Any financial support given to a cadet is at the agency’sdiscretion.2. Nomination: Department’s recommending an applicant may provideequipment or financial support for the cadet at the agency’s discretion.3. The Sponsoring or nominating Department’s Training Chief, TrainingCaptain or designee, must submit a letter of sponsorship or nominationon department letterhead to MVC Fire Technology, Attn: Fire AcademyCoordinator. A copy must be included in the application packet.Participating Riverside County Training Officers’ Association (RCTOA) FireAgencies:Cathedral City F.D.Hemet F.D.Morongo F.D.Palm Springs F.D.Riverside City F.D.(allotted 2 spots)(allotted 2 spots)(allotted 2 spots)(allotted 2 spots)(allotted 2 spots)Corona F.D.Idyllwild F.D.Murrieta F.D.Pechanga F.D.CalFIRE RivCo(allotted 2 spots)(allotted 2 spots)(allotted 2 spots)(allotted 2 spots)(allotted 4 spots)*Sponsored applicants must have all academy requirements completed at time ofapplication**Please contact the above Agencies individually for further information*

Basic Firefighter Academy FeesAll costs are estimates and subject to changeEstimated Cost Breakdown1.2.3.4.5.21.5 Units at 46.00 per unit 989.00Certificates & Testing 1070.00Health Fees 20.00Student Activities Fees 30.00Jones & Bartlett Fund. Firefighting Skills & Haz-Mat Response4E WB Wildland FF 2E. ISBN# Default.aspx?bc 23606-4&ref psg&coupon MVC25 200.966. Physical Fitness Equipment & Miscellaneous Uniformsa) Water Bottle, 1 gallon 9.99 ea.b) Navy Shorts w/logo 17.99 ea.c) Tee Shirt S/S with logo & name 13.50 ea.d) Tee Shirt L/S with logo & name 16.25 ea.e) P.T. Sweatshirt with logo & name 22.75 ea.f) P.T. Sweat pant with logo 16.75 ea.7. Fire Academy Uniformsa. Tac squad Navy Blue Poly/Cotton Pant 20.99/pr.b. Tac Squad Navy Blue L/S Poly/Cotton Shirt 21.99 ea.c. 1-3/4” Basket Weave Belt 15.99 ea.d. MVC Fire Academy Shoulder Patch (1 per shirt) 2.99 ea.e. MVC School of Public Safety Patch (1 per shirt) 3.99 ea.f. ROTHCO Cofram Dress Shoe 34.99g. Tac Squad Black Jacket (requires patches) 41.99h. Black Clip on Tie 5.99 ea.i. Silver Tie Bar 4.49 ea.j. Name Emb. ½” First Initial, Last name 3.00 ea.k. Black Station Boots 225.00l. Leather Shield 150.008. Leather Class Shield & Structure Helmet (multiple options)Available 296.959. NFPA Structural firefighting boots, flash hood, goggles, gloves,Structural & Wildland Firefighting Safety GearN/CEstimated cost 3270.00

Fire Academy Fitness ChartMales Under 25Aerobic FitnessMuscle FitnessMuscle Fitness1.5 mile runPush-upsCrunches9:36 or faster50.0062 or more2555 or 37-18:1215.0017-18827318:13-18:5412.0015-166less than 27018:55-19:429.0014319:43-20:366.00less than 14020:37-21:30slower than21:303.000.00

Fire Academy Fitness ChartMales 25-29Aerobic FitnessMuscle FitnessMuscle Fitness1.5 mile runPush-upsCrunches9:36 or faster50.0057 or more2553 or 18:1215.0015-16826318:13-18:5412.00146less than 26018:55-19:429.0013319:43-20:366.00less than 13020:37-21:30slower than21:303.000.00

Fire Academy Fitness ChartMales 30-35Aerobic FitnessMuscle FitnessMuscle Fitness1.5 mile runPush-upsCrunches9:48 or faster50.0052 or more2551 or 7-18:1215.0015823-24318:13-18:5412.00146less than 23018:55-19:429.0013319:43-20:366.00less than 13020:37-21:30slower than21:303.000.00

Fire Academy Fitness ChartMales 35-39Aerobic FitnessMuscle FitnessMuscle Fitness1.5 mile runPush-upsCrunches09:47 or faster50.0046 or more2549 or 5.0015820-21318:13-18:5412.00146less than 20018:55-19:429.0013319:43-20:366.00less than 13020:37-21:30slower than21:303.000.00

Fire Academy Fitness ChartMales 40 Aerobic FitnessMuscle FitnessMuscle Fitness1.5 mile runPush-upsCrunches10:24 or faster50.0040 or more2547 or 015817-18319:43-20:3612.00146less than 17020:37-21:309.0013321:31-22:306.00less than 13022:31-23:36slower than23:363.000.00

Fire Academy Fitness ChartFemales Under 25Aerobic FitnessMuscle FitnessMuscle Fitness1.5 mile runPush-upsCrunches11:06 or faster50.0042 or more2551 or 21:3015.0081518-19521:31-22:3012.00712.5less than 63.0045slower than 26:070.0032.5less than 20