Fire and Rescue Services
Intro
Fire and Rescue Services provides adult students the opportunity to obtain a Bridgerland Technical College certificate and prepares recruits for employment as firefighters. Highly skilled and trained firefighting professionals will instruct students through hands-on curriculum in structural firefighter skills, hazardous materials mitigation, and taking care of sick or injured patients. This program supports the Bridgerland Technical College's mission to deliver competency-based, employer-guided careers and hands-on technical education to the Bear River Region.
Fire and Rescue Services is accredited by the Utah Fire Service Standards and Training Council (UFSCC). Student recruits who complete all coursework can certify and obtain certifications in Hazardous Materials Awareness, Hazardous Materials Operations, Firefighter I, and Firefighter II.
Objectives
- Suppress and mitigate fires
- Reduce the impacts of hazards on people, property, and the environment
- Recognize and treat medical emergencies
- Serve communities and citizens in need
Courses / Syllabi
Syllabi
Providing course syllabi ensures openness and transparency in course expectations, fostering a clear and accessible learning environment for all students. To see the course syllabi for the Fire Services Department, click the link below.
Syllabi for Fire Services Department Courses
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Program Courses
How to Apply
About Your Program
This program is defined-entry, defined-exit, and runs once a year in June. Registration is first come, first serve. Please contact a Student Success Advisor with any questions you may have about a program. You can check the start dates here.
Make an appointment with a Student Success Advisor here >>
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Admissions
Complete the Certificate-Seeking Application below. College admission policy requires a student to have a high school diploma or its recognized equivalent (e.g. GED).
Fill out the Certificate-Seeking Application here >>
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Programmatic Requirements
Students will receive additional pre-enrollment programmatic requirements, if applicable, via email. If you have not received this email within 24 business hours, please check your spam or junk mail folders.
Additional requirements for the Fire and Rescue Services program can be found in our ONLINE APPLICATION.
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Complete the Competitive Application
Individuals must apply to the program with our competitive application after filling out the Certificate-Seeking Application.
Start the Competitive Application here >>
Questions about your application? Contact a Student Success Advisor.
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Enrollment/Registration
Once you have completed your competitive application, the next step is to meet with a Student Services Representative to complete your enrollment on June 2. Enrollment is first come, first served.
A half down payment on the estimated cost of tuition and fees or completed Financial Aid is required at the time of enrollment. No appointment is necessary. If you have any questions, Student Services can be reached at 435-753-6780 or studentservices@btech.edu or you can visit us in person at the Logan Campus!
Financial Aid
FAFSA - PELL GRANT
Checklist
Social Security Number OR Your Alien Registration number (if you're not a U.S. citizen)
Federal income tax returns, W-2s, and other records of money earned
Bank statements and records of investments (if applicable)
Records of untaxed income (if applicable)
The Process
Apply for FAFSA at FAFSA.gov and BTECH school code: 014257.
BTECH receives student FAFSA records.
Financial Aid will send an email to students to create a VerifyMyFafsa Account.
The student creates an account and submits the required documentation.
Students will complete enrollment with BTECH.
Financial Aid will email the student a link to schedule a required Financial Aid Offer meeting.
Pell Grant is disbursed.
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Scholarships
Checklist
I have my Student ID
Letter of Recommendation
I have a personal history/career objective
I have my high school transcript
The Process
Apply for scholarships at https://btech.edu/scholarships (soft deadline (5th of each month).
BTECH emails a link to schedule a Scholarship Interview.
Interview with the Scholarship Committee (generally 3rd Tuesday of each month).
BTECH evaluates the interview rubric and available funds.
Notified of award results within 4 weeks.
The student will receive a link to schedule a meeting to accept the award.
BTECH disburses scholarships.
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Veterans
Complete the Veterans checklist.
Reach out to the VA Certifying Official at nmcinelly@btech.edu.
If you have any questions please make an appointment with a Student Success Advisor here.
| Tuition and Fees |
Estimated Equalized Payment |
|---|---|
| $2,834 | $472 |
| this is an estimate | |
| Course fees may vary | |
| ___________________ | ___________________ |
| Books, course materials, supplies, and equipment | Pell Eligible |
| Books and supplies (ISBN/edition). | Yes |
| High School | Adult Students: |
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| Arranged varies by school |
T/W/Th - 4 pm to 10 pm Sat - 7 am to 4 pm |
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| Hours Per Week |
Certificate Duration |
| 26 | 19 credits 6 months* |
The program will begin in June 2024
*Does not include pre-requisites
**Attendance is required.
Logan Campus
1410 North 1000 West,
Logan, UT 84321
| Living | Miscellaneous personal |
|---|---|
| $8,478 | $2,430 |
| ___________________ | ___________________ |
| Transportation | Dependent care |
| $1,683 | $378 |
| ___________________ | ___________________ |
| Disability-related | Professional licensure, certification, or a first professional credential |
| $117 | $0 |
Outcome Data
Reported Annually to the Accrediting Agency Council on Occupational Education
Completion: 83%
Job Placement: 100%
Withdrawal: 17%
Outcome statistics are compiled annually based upon Training Outcome surveys conducted with students post-graduation. Data is gathered through coordination with the student, faculty, Student Services Office personnel, and licensing agencies.
Employment Outlook
The words career and job are very different. To be specific, a job is what you show up to for work; a career spans your lifetime and includes your education, training, and professional memberships, and is something you love doing.
Find out the employment trends in this career here.
For additional information on the occupational profile, please click here.
Our Mission
The mission of the Bridgerland Technical College is to deliver competency-based, employer-guided career and technical education to both secondary and post-secondary students through traditional and technology-enhanced
methodologies. This hands-on technical education provides occupational education, skills training, and workforce development to support the educational and economic development of the Bear River Region. 
Hours of Operation
Logan Campus - Main
Telephone: 435-753-6780
Student Services
Monday: 8 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday: 8 am - 6 pm
Wednesday: 8 am - 6 pm
Thursday: 8 am - 4:30 pm
Friday: 8 am - 4 pm
Sat/Sun: Closed
Brigham City Campus
Telephone: 435-734-0614
Student Services
Monday: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wednesday: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thursday: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Friday: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Sat/Sun: Closed
Campuses
Logan Campus - Main . 435-753-6780
1301 North 600 West, Logan, UT 84321
Brigham City Campus . 435-734-0614
325 West 1100 South Brigham City, UT 84302