If you have specific questions about the class or curriculum, one of our Coordinators will be happy to speak with you.

Prior to enrollment in a fire training program, you must meet the following requirements:

1. Provide a copy of a high school diploma or high school academic transcript or GED

2. BCI/FBI background check. If you are having your background check done at a location other than DACC, you will need to have the agency use ORC 109 578 and have a direct mail copy sent to Delaware Area Career Center, Attn: Kristen Hunt, 4565 Columbus Pike, Delaware, OH 43015.

3. Have not been convicted of, pled guilty to, or had a judicial finding of guilt for any of the following:

   • Fraud or material deception in applying for, or obtaining, a certificate issued in accordance with OAC 4765-11-03 (A) (16) and 4765-11-03 (A) (17)

   • A felony

   • A misdemeanor involving moral turpitude

   • A violation of any federal, state, county, or municipal narcotics law

   • Any act committed in another state, that if committed in Ohio, would constitute a violation set forth in this paragraph

4. Facial hair must comply with OSHA regulations for a respirator (no beard).

5. Have a valid driver's license.

6. Complete the ACT WorkKeys tests: Applied Math, Graphic Literacy, and Workplace Documents. A score of three (3) or higher is required on each test. * Registration for WorkKeys testing secures your seat in the program.

7. Individuals should be in good physical condition.

$2600.00 (2023-2024 school year)

Tuition does NOT include:

• Registration fee ($25.00)

• BCI/FBI background check fee ($53.00+)

• WorkKeys testing fee ($75.00) *Registration for WorkKeys testing secures your seat in the program.

• Book & online access code - $90 (additional optional workbook $45)

• Uniform - $20-$100

• Fire Gear Rental - $700

• SCBA Rental - $200

An advanced payment of $650.00 (one-quarter of the full tuition) is required on or before the first date of class. Accepted registrations are on a first come, first serve basis. Seats are limited to the first 30 students.

This course does qualify for the United States Department of Veterans Affairs GI Bill. For more information on the GI Bill, please contact us at 740-201-3222.

Funding opportunities may be available. Please check our Financial Aid page for more information.

DACC is a chartered facility through the Ohio Department of Public Safety and is also an accredited program. Firefighting I and II students who successfully complete this course will have earned college credits which are also transferrable towards additional education.

This class meets on Tuesdays/Thursdays from 5:45 p.m. - 10:15 p.m. and Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Attendance is required for all class days.

To register for classes or to view upcoming dates, please visit our Student Portal. You will need to create an account to register for a class and verify your email. Instructions can be found on the Student Resources page.

If you are a current student, you will use the same link to connect to your account. Please use the same email that you used to register for the class originally.  Once your account is set up, you will be able to view your student file, attendance, grades, and financial information.

Detail for CIP Code 43.0203

Title: Fire Science/Fire-fighting.

Definition: A program focusing on the theory and practice of fires and fire-fighting. Includes instruction in fire chemistry and physics, combustible materials, computer science, building construction, fire codes and related laws, fire hydraulics, fire command, fire prevention/inspection, fire protection systems, fire suppression systems, fire/arson investigation, occupational safety, equipment operation, emergency medicine and communications.