The Fire Science A.A.S. degree is designed for individuals employed as firefighters or individuals who are seeking employment in the fire protection industry. Additionally, it prepares fire and emergency service personnel for advancement to leadership positions. Students may select fire science electives and/or emergency medical service electives such as EMT and/or Advanced EMT within this degree program. In addition to the A.A.S. degree, CVCC offers certificates in Fire Science, EMT, and AEMT. The degree can be completed within five (5) semesters, and the certificate programs can be completed within two (2) semesters. The certificate courses can be applied toward the A.A.S. degree. Courses can be completed online or in class. Online coursework allows you to earn your degree while maintaining professional and personal obligations.
CVCC and Alabama Fire College Partnership
CVCC and the Alabama Fire College’s partnership affords students and fire and emergency service personnel with opportunities to earn both college credit toward the A.A.S. Degree in Fire Science, a Short Certificate in Fire Science, and National/Pro-Board fire and emergency service certifications that meet Alabama Fire College standards and their accrediting agencies (such as International Fire Service Accreditation Congress, Pro-Board and International Code Council). Additionally, the partnership allows CVCC to collaborate and offer professional development and continuing education opportunities to local and regional public safety agencies through the Alabama Fire College.
This program helps prepare students for career opportunities in fire and emergency service agencies, industry, and educational institutions, including:
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Career Opportunities |
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Firefighter |
Fire Protection Systems Technician |
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Firefighter/EMT |
Fire and Life Safety Educator |
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Fire Officer |
Fire and Life Safety Specialist |
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Fire Instructor |
Emergency Medical Technician |
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Fire Inspector |
Advanced Emergency Medical Technician |
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Fire Investigator |
Safety Officer |
Program content focuses on fire service administration, command, control, coordination of emergency incidents, fire suppression operations, fire prevention and education, building construction principles, fire inspections, code enforcement, and emergency medical services. Several parallel certification courses within the program are offered through the Alabama Fire College. Students will receive National and/or State certifications upon successfully completing these courses and certification exams. These certifications include Fire Inspector I, Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations, National Incident Management System, EMT license, and Advanced EMT license.