Firefighter Operations
The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Firefighter Operations provides the opportunity for individuals seeking careers in the fire service to acquire minimum standard firefighting skills and prepare for state and/or national certifications, including the Firefighter I and II Certification. An Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Fire Science is also available.
Details
Field of Interest
Behavioral Science and Human Services
Degree Type
Certificate of Completion (CCL)
Academic Plan
Firefighter Operations (CER)
Academic Plan Code
5557
Total credits required
16.5-33
Effective Term
Spring 2022
Notes
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
What You'll Learn
- Describe the basic theories of fire behavior and methods of fire control in a variety of fire operations. (FSC102)
- Demonstrate the appropriate and safe use of personal firefighting equipment. (FSC102)
- Recognize the professional and organizational structures, processes, and policies that guide fire departments. (FSC102, FSC105, FSC174)
- Demonstrate physical tasks, proper tool selection, and knowledge of operating procedures in accordance with the standards of the profession. (EMT101, EMT104, EMT104AB, EMT104LL, FSC102, FSC105, FSC130, FSC134, FSC174)
- Identify the hazards to health and safety related to emergency operations. (EMT101, EMT104, EMT104AB, EMT104LL, FSC102, FSC105, FSC174)
- Collaborate effectively with members of a team to achieve goals. (EMT101, EMT104, EMT104AB, EMT104LL, FSC102, FSC130, FSC134, FSC174)
- Demonstrate the critical thinking, mental, and emotional skills needed to perform firefighting tasks and services. (EMT101, EMT104, EMT104AB, EMT104LL, FSC102, FSC130, FSC134, FSC174)
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Credits: | 16.5-33 | |
| EMT101 | Basic Life Support/Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for Health Care Providers (0.5) | |
| OR | ||
| Current validation in Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider/Professional Rescuer (0) AND | ||
| Credit By Evaluation (0.5) 0.5 | ||
| EMT104 | Emergency Medical Technology (10) AND | |
| EMT104AB | Applied Practical Studies for Emergency Medical Technology (0.5) AND | |
| EMT104LL | Emergency Medical Technology Practicum (2) | |
| OR | ||
| Arizona State EMT Certification (0) OR | ||
| Arizona State Paramedic Certification (0) OR | ||
| Permission of Program Director (0) 0-12.5 | ||
| FSC102 | Fire Department Operations | 11 |
| FSC105 | Hazardous Materials/First Responder (3) OR | |
| Permission of Program Director (0) | 0-3 | |
| FSC130 | Fitness for Firefighters/CPAT (1) OR | |
| Verification of CPAT completion (0) | 0-1 | |
| FSC134 | Fitness and Conditioning for Firefighters | 3 |
| FSC174 | Functions of Command | 2 |
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