Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification, Associate's degree, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to a Credential
Method of Delivery
Hybrid or blended
When offered
Daytime Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
The Fire Science program prepares graduates for entry-level firefighter positions with various emergency organizations, including fire departments, industry emergency response teams, and first responder agencies.
The program allows student to complete the International Fire Science Training Association (IFSTA) Firefighter I and II certifications, complete an Associate degree, and prepare for transfer to a bachelor degree program at an area university.
This program is designed to prepare students for careers in fire fighting, fire investigation, consulting, industrial safety, fire engineering and fire prevention.
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
72
Hours
65
Entrance Requirements
None
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Curriculum Competency Based
No
Training Location(s)
700 Roosevelt St.
Local WIB
5 - Workforce Investment Area V
Type of Attainment:
Associates
Name of Credential
Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Hazardous Materials Awareness Hazardous Materials Operations Emergency Medical Technology (EMT)
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
Grants, Loans, Scholarships
Refund Policy
100% of tuition and fees may be refunded for Fall and Spring semesters if courses are dropped within five business days of the published session start date. 100% of tuition and fees may be refunded for Summer I, Summer II and Intercession semesters if courses are dropped within five business days of the published start date. A student remains responsible for payment of tuition and fees if the drop occurs after the tuition refund date as indicated.
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
Yes
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$600.00
Graduation Fees
$45.00
In-State Tuition
$6,175.00 95.00 In-State 105.00 OK Contiguous
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$9,360.00 144.00 per credit for out of state
Supplies/Materials/Hand Tools (not included in tuition)
$490.00 Program Lab Fee
Total In-State Program Cost
$7,310.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$10,495.00
