Why Fire Science at Cochise!
Serve your community and help people in need with Cochise’s fire science program. Cochise College prepares students for a career in the fire and emergency services industry. Upon successful completion of FST 107, FST 108 and FST 109 you will have the skills needed to complete the Firefighter I and II certification exam.
As one of the top programs in Arizona, Cochise’s core courses include basic firefighter training and certification test preparation, fire apparatus and driver operator, firefighter fitness, and field experience in firefighting. The concentration is in applied learning with instructors who bring real-world experience into the classroom.
The program provides a pathway to both an Associate’s of Applied Science Degree and a certificate in Fire Science Technology.
Degree & Certificate Information
The Fire Science Technology Certificate teaches the basic skills needed in today’s changing fire service. Through coursework in fire and emergency services, students learn to plan for, respond to, and mitigate various emergency situations. Emphasis is on employability.
Program Information
Fall: August 21, 2023
Spring: January 16, 2024
Degree: 4 Semesters
Certificate: 2 Semesters
Certificate: 21 Credits
Degree: 60 Credits
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