Fire Science
Our Fire Service Program provides students with hands on training in fire prevention and fire protection systems. The program will introduce you to wildland fire prevention which includes fire behavior, fire suppression methods and equipment, safety and incident command. You will be trained in the major categories of hazardous materials. This includes detection and identification of hazardous materials as well as strategy and tactics in the management of these materials. This program provides preparation for Arizona Center for Fire Service Excellence certification.
The final year of the program involves preparation for State Fire Marshall Fire Fighter I and II certification. The preparation has you train in the essentials of firefighting including fire department operations, firefighting equipment, and safety.
Upon the completion of the program students will have the opportunity to apply to the Fire Academy or continue on at YC to complete the Fire Science – AAS program.
Program Information
Fire Science Program Information
Program Sequence:
Fire Science Courses
LOCATION: Yavapai College CTEC
220 Ruger Rd. Prescott, AZ 86301 LENGTH OF PROGRAM: 2 year
GRADE LEVEL REQUIREMENT: Sophomore – Senior
PREREQUISITES: None
REQUIRED MATERIALS: Provided by Mountain Institute CTED
CLASS SCHEDULE: There are three program offerings.
Monday – Thursday Courses
6:45pm – 9:15pm Monday-Thursday Courses
1:15pm-3:45pm
Friday only classes
8:00am-1:00pm
CREDITS: Up to 5 High School credits for both years and up to 15 Yavapai College credits for both years.
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INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS:
Certifications include:
STUDENT BENEFITS:
CAREER SNAPSHOT:
Fire Science Career Opportunities
Salaries will range based on hiring entity, location, and years of experience.
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