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FROM PAGE 5 present and future fire personnel.

“The Edison Grant also provides our program with resources to purchase uniforms, firefighting gear, and equipment,” said Kawamoto. “Edison’s support allows us to equip our students with the knowledge, skills, abilities they need along their journey toward becoming first responders. We very much appreciate Edison’s continued support of the COC Fire Technology Program and the Fire Service.”

College of the Canyons offers fire technology courses within the School of Mathematics, Sciences & Health Professions to help provide ample fire department staffing to battle California’s wildfires.

This program offers certificate/degree opportunities for both pre-service individuals and in-service professionals who seek career advancement. COC fire technology courses align with the uniform curriculum established by California Community Colleges.