STC Fire Academy Celebrates 15 years of Training Future Firefighters, Expands to Mid-Valley Campus
· Texas Border Business
South Texas College's Fire Academy is celebrating 15 years of training future firefighters in the Rio Grande Valley. To mark this milestone, the academy plans to expand to the STC Mid-Valley Campus in spring 2027, enhancing access to firefighter training for local students. Over the years, nearly 500 students have completed the program, many now serving in fire departments across Texas. The academy combines hands-on training with college coursework, allowing students to earn credits toward an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Fire Science. This expansion aims to meet the growing demand for qualified firefighters in the region.
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