This course provides the entry level student with the fire behavior knowledge and firefighting skills relevant to basic incident command, wildland firefighting positions, basic crew configurations, firefighter safety in wildland environments, tool, equipment and fundamental water handling and fire suppression and tactics.

 To earn a Proficiency Award in Wildland Fire Academy, a student must complete all applicable coursework in the Wildland Fire Academy program with a grade of "C" or better or "P" in each course. 

There is no residency requirement for Proficiency Awards. 

Note: Proficiency Awards are not state-approved and therefore cannot be recorded on a student's transcript. 

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to: 

• Define and identify the organizational structure, culture, and expectations of entry level firefighting personnel.
• Demonstrate the knowledge and use of firefighting equipment specific to the given task.
• Recognize and assess firefighter hazards inherent to the profession.