The Fire Science Technology option prepares students for entry-level positions as firefighters for municipal, industrial, state and federal fire departments. The Fire Command and Administration program is designed for experienced firefighters who want to become officers. Both programs combine technical courses with general education courses which can transfer to four-year schools. These transfer courses benefit individuals who may someday with to advance to the level of battalion chief or above and would benefit by pursuing a four-year degree. It gives students the basic skills to enter the field.
Students learn to handle basic firefighting and rescue responsibilities.
They gain a thorough technical background and build a keen awareness of fire and safety problems. This is designed for people already working in the field who want to become officers. These individuals have firefighting experience and are familiar with how their organization works, but need to build on the global aspects of the field rather than the technical side. This two-year program includes fire prevention, codes, supervision and leadership. Graduates will compete for jobs with municipal fire departments such as in cities or fire districts which are located outside of cities.