DO NOT PURCHASE UNLESS APPROVED BY FIRE TECHNOLOGY | Driver Operator 1A Training

***DO NOT SIGN UP FOR THIS COURSE UNLESS YOU ARE APPROVED BY FIRE TECHNOLOGY BEFOREHAND. IF YOU ARE UNSURE PLEASE CONTACT FIRE.TECHNOLOGY@VVC.EDU***

Become a Certified Driver Operator 1A, Today!

Description: This course provides the knowledge and skills needed to perform preventive maintenance on and drive or operate a fire apparatus. Topics include routine tests, inspections, and servicing functions; operating, backing, maneuvering, and turning a fire apparatus under a variety of conditions; and operating all fixed systems and equipment on a fire apparatus. The course fulfills the requirements for a Class C driver's license firefighter endorsement. 

Please note: All Community Education offerings are considered not-for-credit, which means it does not count toward credited college academic programs.

*Prerequisite Requirement: Firefighter 1 Academy Completion.

Dress Code/PPE: Appropriate dress for class is required. It is the student’s responsibility to maintain a
clean, neat professional appearance. Acceptable dress includes: Your Issued Department Uniform, Helmet, Gloves, Work boots, Eye Protection.

Training Dates: Monday, August 3- Friday August 7, 2026 - 8:00am-5:00pm, PST

Location: Victor Valley College - Regional Public Safety Training Center

19190 Navajo Rd. Apple Valley Ca, 92307

For questions, please contact Fire Technology at: 760-245-4271 ext. 3116 or email: fire.technology@vvc.edu

Need Assistance with Registration? Please contact Lisa Pinto, Program Manager of Community Education via email at lisa.pinto@vvc.edu or by phone at 760-245-4271 Ext. 2359. 

Note: This fee-based course is non-refundable.