Invest in Your Future:
Tuition-Free Classes for Public Safety & First Responders that Lead to an Associate’s Degree
As dedicated public safety professionals and first responders, you work tirelessly to keep our communities safe. FTCC recognizes your commitment and wants to support your continued professional growth and education. FTCC is offering a series of tuition-free courses designed to enhance your skills and knowledge, while leading you to the completion of an Associate’s Degree.
Tuition-Free Courses
Fall 2025 Semester |
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| Tuition Free Course | Date | Degree Course Awarded | Degree | Register Now! |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CJC 2111A – Introduction to Criminal Justice | 16 Oct – 13 Dec | CJC 111 Introduction to Criminal Justice | CJC | |
| CJC 2113A – Juvenile Justice | 16 Oct – 13 Dec | CJC 113 Juvenile Justice | CJC | |
| CJC 2212A – Ethics and Public Relations | 16 Oct – 13 Dec | CJC 212 Ethics and Communication Relations | CJC | |
| CJC 2141A Corrections | 16 Oct – 13 Dec | CJC 141 Corrections | CJC | |
| EPT 2254A Grant Writing | 16 Oct – 13 Dec | PAD 254 Grant Writing | PAD | |
| EPT 2150A Incident Management | 16 Oct – 13 Dec | EPT 150 Incident Management | EPT | |
| FIP 2120A Introduction to Fire Protection | 16 Oct – 13 Dec | FIP 120 Introduction to Fire Protection | FIP | |
| FIP 2228A Local Government Finance | 16 Oct – 13 Dec | FIP 228 Local Government Finance | FIP | |
Spring 2026 Semester |
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| Tuition Free Course | Date | Degree Course Awarded | Degree | Register Now! |
| CJC 2111A Introduction to Criminal Justice | 12 Jan – 9 Mar | CJC 111 Introduction to Criminal Justice | CJC | |
| CJC 2112A Criminology | 12 Jan – 9 Mar | CJC 112 Criminology | CJC | |
| CJC 2221A Investigative Principles | 12 Jan – 9 Mar | CJC 221 Investigative Principles | CJC | |
| EPT 2130A Mitigation and Preparedness | 12 Jan – 9 Mar | EPT 130 Mitigation and Preparedness | EPT | |
| FIP 2132A Building Construction | 12 Jan – 9 Mar | FIP 132 Building Construction | FIP | |
| FIP 2220A Fire Fighting Strategies | 12 Jan – 9 Mar | FIP 220 Fire Fighting Strategies | FIP | |
| CJC 2141A Corrections | 12 Mar- 13 May | CJC 141 Corrections | CJC | |
| CJC 2225A Crisis Intervention | 12 Mar 13 May | CJC 225 Crisis Intervention | CJC | |
| FIP 2152A Fire Protection Law | 12 Mar – 13 May | FIP 152 Fire Protection Law | FIP | |
What makes these courses unique:
- Tuition-Free Education: FTCC offers 21 classes included in the CJ (Criminal Justice), EPT (Emergency Preparedness), and FIP (Fire Protection) and are tuition-waived for eligible public safety professionals.
- 100% Online Format: These courses are designed to be completed entirely online, allowing you to learn at your own pace and fit your studies around your demanding schedule.
- Public Safety-Centered Learning Environment: FTCC instructors are veteran police officers and fire fighters who understand the unique challenges you face and provide relevant, real-world instruction.
- Career Advancement: These courses are specifically designed to enhance your skills and knowledge, potentially aiding in hiring and advancement within your field.
Converting the Continuing Education Classes to Degree Credit:
These courses will be articulated into academic credit and applied toward the following degree programs:
- Criminal Justice Technology (CJC)
- Emergency Preparedness Technology (EPT)
- Fire Protection Technology (FIP)
Completion of these courses and the associate’s degree increases your eligibility to be hired and promoted. This initiative not only reduces the financial burden on first responders and public safety personnel but also accelerates their academic and professional advancement.
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