Non-Credit
Wildland Firefighter Training at Rogue Community College provides valuable training opportunities for new and experienced wildland firefighters.
Courses are offered during winter and spring terms.
Program Highlights
What These Courses Do
- Teach basic skills to new wildland firefighters.
- Help current firefighters improve their skills.
Strong, Trusted Training
- All courses are accredited through the Pacific Northwest Coordinating Group (PNWCG).
- RCC works with PNWCG to offer high‑quality training.
- Courses are open to federal, state and local agencies as well as industry workers and contractors.
Flexible Scheduling
- Courses are offered as needed when enough students sign up.
- Most classes run on weekdays and can be finished within one week.
- If your agency or crew needs a different schedule, RCC may be able to adjust.
Prerequisites & Requirements
Students must begin courses at their skill level and meet any prerequisites noted in the course description.
In addition to training received in the classroom, some courses require training in the field. Certain courses require prework before the scheduled meeting date to make sure you’re prepared for the hands‑on training; this information is noted in the course description.
Students must complete all course requirements to receive a certificate of attendance.
Registration
Wildland Fire Continuing Education courses do not require admission to Rogue Community College. Register for these courses in the RCC Campus Marketplace.
Career & Salary Outlook
With wildland firefighting continuing education, you prepare yourself for advanced roles that rely on strong field skills and the ability to lead crews in demanding conditions. You can grow into positions like engine boss, crew lead or heavy equipment operator as you build experience and deepen your understanding of fire behavior. You can also move toward roles in prescribed fire, fuels management or prevention where you apply your training to protect communities and strengthen ecosystems.
As you keep advancing, you position yourself for opportunities in training, safety or incident management where you guide others and help shape effective wildfire response.
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