Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification, Associate's degree
Method of Delivery
In Person
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
The Fire Science Associate of Applied Science degree is intended for students who either plan to enter employment or who are currently working in fire services or related fields and want to upgrade their knowledge and skills. The degree provides pre-service and professional firefighters with the skills necessary for a fire service career. It prepares you to move toward a managerial or command position in the fire service.
Website link to the program:
https://www.eac.edu/Academics/Programs_of_Study/Paramedicine/
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
64
Hours
64
Entrance Requirements
None
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Curriculum Competency Based
Yes
Training Location(s)
Thatcher Campus
Local WIB
1 - ARIZONA@WORK - Southeastern Arizona
Type of Attainment:
Associates Degree;
Name of Credential
Fire Science - AAS
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
EAC administers three types of financial aid: grants, employment, and scholarships.
Please contact EAC Financial Aid Dept at (928) 428-8287.
Refund Policy
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - Higher Learning Commission
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
Yes
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$1,900.00 *estimated between $1500-$2,400 for the length of the program, with $1,900 being the mid-range expense.
Graduation Fees
$10.00 *Applicable to any student participating in commencement ceremonies.
In-State Tuition
$5,400.00 *estimate based on 2020-21 rates
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$22,800.00 *estimate based on 2020-21 rates
Total In-State Program Cost
$7,310.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$24,710.00
