Play an Essential Role in Your Community
Do you work well on a team? Are you hardworking and trustworthy? Río Hondo College’s Fire and Emergency Medical Technology Area of Study may be for you!
Through Río Hondo College’s Fire and Emergency Medical Technology Area of Study, you can earn the qualifications and requirements to become a firefighter or EMT. Students gain an understanding of how to respond to emergency situations, conduct lifesaving practices, and control and extinguish fires. Are you ready to play an essential role in the safety of your community?
In the last two years, Río Hondo’s EMT program graduates have shown a marked increase in success at passing the National Registry EMT exam. Our current NREMT first-time pass rate is 83%, over 10% higher than the national average of 69%.
Career Options
Several exciting career paths could await you. By studying Fire and Emergency Medical Technology, you could be a:
- Firefighter
- Fire code inspector
- Fire investigator
- Emergency medical technician
- Wildland firefighter
- Fire protection engineer
- And so much more!
What are you waiting for?
Be Part of Something Great
The Río Hondo College Fire Academy is one of the largest state fire marshal-accredited fire academies in California. The academy exceeds all state standards and has since it started back in 1968. Past cadets have been hired by fire agencies and fire departments all across the state.
Río Hondo also offers a Los Angeles County EMT program and a Wildland Fire Academy that works closely with the United States Forest Service as part of the college’s own Wildland Fire Department.
Río Hondo’s Los Angeles County EMT program graduates about 200 students each year.
Protect & Serve Your Community
Río Hondo conducts hands-on training and real-world exercises to prepare you for the field. Our experienced faculty provide valuable insight and mentorship throughout the Fire and Emergency Medical Technology curriculum.
Río Hondo has established partnerships with local fire departments and agencies. These partnerships open the door to internships, networking, and job placement assistance. This allows for a smooth transition from student to professional.
Join us today to make a difference in your community and the environment.
Degree & Certificate Options
Pick the program that matches your goals.
An associate degree prepares you for employment, career advancement, or transfer to a university.
A certificate of achievement offers formal verification of your knowledge and skills in a particular area.
A certificate of skills proficiency verifies your possession of a particular practical skill set or ability to complete tasks related to your area of interest.