Spring 2025 Basic Wildland Academy tentatively scheduled January 10 through February 9.
Please review this flyer: BWF Spring 2025 Flyer
Academy Application linked HERE
Complete Applications should be e-mailed to dcoats@yccd.edu, applications will be accepted until we meet a maximum of 30 cadets.
Location:
Yuba College Public Safety Center
2088 North Beale Rd, Room 2140
Marysville, CA 95901
(530) 741-6923
To be included on any future interest lists, please email dcoats@yccd.edu
NEED HELP WITH THE APPLICATION PROCESS? PLEASE WATCH THIS VIDEO!
FIREFIGHTER CAL FIRE BASIC APPLICATION PROCESS
BWF Application- Short Version
Step 1. Confirm which academy you want to apply for (Firefighter 1 or Cal Fire Basic Wildland Academy)
Step 2. Complete fire academy application and submit via email. Ensure you receive a confirmation email that your application was received. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Please note, acceptance to the academy will be on a first come, first serve basis, so please get your applications in as soon as possible.
Step 3. Create or update Open CCC application and apply to Yuba College for Spring 2025 semester as a new or returning student. See registration link for new students here: Apply Now – Yuba College (yccd.edu) Priority Registration: Priority Registration – Yuba College (yccd.edu)
Step 4. Review program costs and fees and apply for financial aid if needed, Financial Aid – Yuba College (yccd.edu)
Step 5. Await confirmation of acceptance into the academy. Acceptance letter will provide information regarding items to purchase and tasks to complete.
If confirmed into the academy, complete the remaining steps:
Step 6. Complete your registration checklist to register and enroll in FIRTC 67 through your Yuba College student account.
Step 7. Complete medical clearance.
Step 8. Purchase uniforms, Personal Protective equipment, PT clothing, and books
Step 9. Prepare for academy start
CAL FIRE BASIC PROGRAM COSTS
Material and Uniform Costs
Some personal protective equipment will be provided by the Academy, with the exception of: footwear, hoods, and gloves (for health reasons). Students must also provide their own uniforms. Specifications and vendors for these items will be provided upon being accepted for enrollment in the Academy.
Financial Aid
Some students may be eligible to receive financial aid. Both Board of Governor’s Fee Waivers and Federal Financial Assistance may be viable options for students seeking assistance. For further information, call or email the Yuba College Financial Aid office or go to their website here: Financial Aid – Yuba College (yccd.edu)
Books
FIRTC 67 books will be available for purchase online and at the Yuba College Bookstore. Details will be made available in the Acceptance Letter. Once accepted and enrolled in to the course, go to the course link in your Yuba College login and the books assigned to the academy will be linked to your course registration. Bookstore link here: Bookstore – Yuba College (yccd.edu)
Fees
Enrollment fees, as set by the California State Legislature, are $46 per unit for California residents and are subject to change. Students will be responsible for the difference in enrollment fees if such changes are enacted by the Legislature. The total cost for the BWF academy is approximately $1,176.00.
Total estimated expenses are summarized below:
| $ 165.00 | Tuition, Fees, and Parking Pass -Based on the current $46.00 per unit enrollment |
| $ 150.00 | Material Fees (SFM certificates and testing) |
| $ 150.00 | Books and printed materials -Available at the Yuba College Bookstore |
| $ 100.00 | Uniforms and physical training clothes |
| $ 611.00 | PPE Equipment Purchase – helmet, boots, gloves, etc. |
| $ 1,176.00 | APPROXIMATE TOTAL |
| This total does not include living expenses. |
NOTE: ALL ITEMS ABOVE ARE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE STUDENT
All fees are approximate and subject to change at any time.
Need help? Call 530-749-3879, fax: 530-749-3874,
office email: dcoats@yccd.edu, Facilitator email: mcrandal@yccd.edu and rstoddar@yccd.edu
