The 18 units should be selected according to the student's educational and occupational objectives. This certificate is available for persons who do not choose to complete the general education requirements for graduation and receive an Award of Achievement. A student may obtain the Certificate of Completion by completing 15 units from each of the courses offered in the certificate program with a grade of C or higher while at City College. This certificate is available for persons who do not want to complete the general education requirements for graduation. All five core courses are required and at least 9 units must be completed at City College of San Francisco for this certificate.
Enrollment is open to all interested students.
Course of Study. The California Community College Association of Fire Technology Directors recommends that five courses be offered as a basis for all fire technology programs in the State of California. These courses serve as the basis of the fire science technology program at City College of San Francisco along with a pre-hospital emergency care course. Degree Curriculum Associate in Science Degree and Award of Achievement. The certificate programs are designed to meet the needs of students who want to obtain entry-level positions in the fire protection field whether in the public or the private sector.