Entry Level Firefighter - Associate in Science

Associates of Science in providing students with core courses meeting the National Model recognized by Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education(FESHE) module curriculum, the requirements to become a National recognized Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), and Certificate of Achievement courses required to become California State Fire Training (SFT) Firefighter 1 Certification for entry level employment opportunities throughout the state and nation.

Anticipated enrollment: Enrollment is expected to expand and generate an increase in FTES as students now have a clear guided pathway toearn entry level certification requirements. Target population: Entry LevelFirefighter is intended to provide for student equity when pursuing entry levelFirefighter 1 Certification. By design the courses are modular in organizationallowing for better access for students who typically had barriers to attendinga traditional 16-week fire academy offered either through the new SWC 281F and281G (Open Enrollees) or other traditional fire academies in the region. Articulationwith existing transfer colleges: This program is modeled after the San DiegoMiramar College Program and it is expected students may take courses betweenboth campuses as needed. AS completions of 30 per year.

 This program is designed to provide students with training and certifications that meet agency requirements for entry level job employment. In addition, the curriculum mirrors that of San Diego Miramar College in an effort to collaborate regionally for students to meet requirements to become professional firefighters. Identify minimum qualifications and entry level skills for firefighter hiring including requirementsfor State Fire Training Firefighter I Certification.

Offers degrees and certificates in a number of fields associated with the technology of fire protection, wildland firefighting,rescue and public safety. Provides students with core courses meeting the National Model recognized by Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education(FESHE) module curriculum, the requirements to become a National recognized Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), and Certificate of Achievement courses required to become California State Fire Training (SFT) Firefighter 1 Certification for entry level employment opportunities throughout the state and nation.

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