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Fire Science - Certificate
Gain practical firefighting skills. This program meets Arizona certification requirements for EMT Basic as well as Firefighter I and II. Complete this program by taking classes in a combination of day, evening and weekend classes.
Before you can enroll in this program, you must complete EMT 100, FSC 153 and FSC 160.
What can I do with this certificate?
Career options: students will be eligible to take the State of Arizona Certification Test to become a certified firefighter.
Academic options: Continue your studies by taking classes toward an Associate of Applied Science in Fire Science.
Locations: Community Campus
Department/Contact Information: Division Dean/Lead Faculty: 206-6350
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
| Course # |
Course Title |
Credits |
| Required Core Courses |
| EMT 100 |
Basic Emergency Medical Technology |
9.0 |
| FSC 130 |
Strength and Fitness for the Fire Service |
2.5 |
| FSC 149 |
Fire Operations I |
4.0 |
| FSC 150 |
Fire Operations II |
4.0 |
| FSC 151 |
Introduction to Fire Science |
3.0 |
| FSC 153 |
Hazardous Materials |
1.5 |
| FSC 160 |
Wildland Firefighting |
3.0 |
| FSC 167 |
Rescue Practices for the Fire Service |
2.5 |
| FSC 173 |
Records and Reports |
0.25 |
| Total |
29.75 |
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