Fire Science Technology - Certificate (Major Code - FST)

The Fire Science Technology Certificate teaches the basic skills needed in today’s changing fire service. Through coursework in fire and emergency services, students learn to plan for, respond to, and mitigate various emergency situations. Emphasis is on employability.

Gainful Employment

Learning Outcomes

Students who successfully complete this program will be able to do the following:

  • Demonstrate the knowledge and skills required to obtain certification in hazardous materials emergency response.
  • Demonstrate the knowledge and skills required to obtain the Firefighter I and II Certification from the state of Arizona through a rigorous testing process.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the practical application of fire service knowledge and skills in the work environment.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the practical application of basic emergency medical skills.

Degree Map

CORE CURRICULUM 23 CREDITS

EMT 174Emergency Medical Technician*

8

FST 107Introduction to Fire and Emergency Services*

4

FST 108Fire Operations I*

4

FST 109Fire Operations II*

4

FST 224Field Experience in Fire Science Technology

3

Note:
Students must complete EMT 174 with a grade of B or better. To prepare for state or national certification, students must 1) complete EMT 174 with a grade of B or better, 2) pass final exams with a grade of B or better, 3) document ten (10) patient contacts in the field, and 4) be 18 within six months of program completion.

TOTAL CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS 23 CREDITS