This course is the first year of a two-year commitment to the Arlington Independent School District Fire Academy. This course is conducted in cooperation with Tarrant County College and the Arlington Fire Department. During the two years, students will receive the training and skills necessary to sit for the exams to become Texas Certified Firefighters and National Registry Emergency Medical Technicians at the end of the second year. Instruction will consist of classroom and field experiences. Enrollment is limited but is open to students from all Arlington high schools. Uniform purchase is required.