Fire Academy Preparation - Associate in Science Degree, Certificate of Achievement

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2133.00

The Fire Academy Preparation curriculum provides fire service personnel—and all students—an opportunity to complete the Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) prescribed course requirements for those interested in obtaining a Certificate and/or Associate of Science Degree in Fire Academy Preparation. This curriculum represents a milestone in fire and emergency services education. It provides for a seamless articulation of coursework between institutions and between associate and bachelor’s programs. Upon completion of the program, students have the opportunity to apply to a fire academy and/or transfer to neighboring colleges and universities to complete a bachelor’s degree through course articulation agreements. Ultimately, the program of study provides students an opportunity to enhance and apply intellectual skills toward greater professional performance while fostering advancement opportunities in leadership positions.

A Certificate of Achievement is awarded upon completion of all required courses with a grade of C or better.

Program Outcomes

  • Discuss the role of the fire service in the community and the importance of its Mission Statement.
  • Identify variables that impact the growth/spread/hazards of structure fires.
  • Describe different safeguards for fire prevention risks in flammable liquids, solid storage and storage of gasses.
  • Recognize a hazardous materials incident based on auditory and visual clues.
  • Define typical fire detection and alarm systems.

Requirements for the Certificate of Achievement 

FIRE 001PRINCIPLES OF EMERGENCY SERVICES3
FIRE 030BUILDING CONSTRUCTION FOR FIRE PROTECTION3
FIRE 040FIRE BEHAVIOR AND COMBUSTION3
FIRE 010FIRE PREVENTION3
FIRE 020FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS3
FIRE 050PRINCIPLES OF EMERGENCY SERVICES SAFETY & SURVIVAL3
Total Units18

General Education Requirements for the Associate in Science Degree