HCC has always prided itself in keeping class costs within a reasonable reach. The Bureau of Fire Standards and Training has mandated that in an affect to become compliant with NFPA 1971, bunker pants and coats must be designed to be worn together as an "ensemble". This means that the jacket and pants must be made by the same manufacturer, at the same time and carry the same model numbers.In addition to the bunker gear, students must now provide their own Self Contained Breathing Apparatus face pieces. The State is now requiring that students have a certified "fit test" done prior to any live fire fighting activities. Rest assured that we are making every effort to secure favorable pricing for our students to purchase the items through several different vendors. In addition, bear in mind that students may resell their equipment to students who follow them in the next class. This could help to defray some of the expenses.

The following is an estimate of expenses you will incur.

Tuition                                                  $1,386.00

Books                                                    $260.00           (all required text books)

Bunker Gear**                                                   $1,000.00          (coat & pants)                         

Other Gear**                                         $300.00            firefighters combat load, helmet, boots, gloves, nomex hood and rope

SCBA facepiece**                                  $380.00    

State application processing fee            $30.00

Fingerprint Fee                                      $60.00               (processing fee for FDLE                                                                                                                               background check)  

Total Expenses                                       $3416.00  .