The Academy’s rigorous instruction includes lectures and hands-on-training on fire behavior, building construction, search and rescue, and hazardous materials to name a few. All training is conducted by an experienced instructor cadre that has served in various roles within the fire service to include firefighter, driver engineer, company officer and chief officer. If you are looking for a career in firefighting, or if you want to serve your community as a volunteer firefighter, this is an excellent place to begin.
Firefighter
Fire Science Management
Fire Officer
Fire Investigator
Fire Instructor
Hazardous Materials Specialist
Driver Operator
Fire Inspector
Please visit the Advising website to set up an appointment with an advisor. Before meeting with an advisor please review the academy information packet and have all required documentation needed for registration completed.
Becoming a student at RRCC prepares you for transfer to a four-year university, prepares you for an exciting new career or can enhance your current skills.
Red Rocks Community College offers courses in Arvada, Lakewood and online as well as hybrid courses.
In collaboration with Colorado 4-year schools, Colorado has developed a statewide guaranteed transfer program to create a seamless transfer.
Becoming a student at RRCC prepares you for transfer to a four-year university, prepares you for an exciting new career or can enhance your current skills.