Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification, translation missing: en.activerecord.attributes.program_credential_type.other
Method of Delivery
In Person
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours, Weekends
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
Location: PCC-29th Street Coalition, Tucson, AZ,
For Program Information Contact: 520-206-7464
A. Course Objective:
Description: Gain firefighting, hazardous materials and wildland firefighting skills. This program meets Arizona certification requirements for Firefighter I and II, and will enable students to achieve International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) certification as a Hazmat First Responder
Competencies to be achieved: Upon successful completion of the Fire Science Academy Track certificate program, the learner will be able to:
• To obtain AZ Center for Fire Service Excellence (FF I AZCFSE) certification
• To obtain AZ Center for Fire Service Excellence (FF II AZCFSE) certification
• To obtain Bureau of Land Management Wildland Fire Fighter certification
• To obtain Hazardous Materials First Responder certification
• To obtain Ropes I certification
B. Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure):
$4,450.01
C. Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition):
Each course has a required textbook indicated in the course syllabus. For information contact program: 520-206-7464
D. Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition):
For information contact program: 520-206-7464
E. WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification: Sharon Macias; smacias3@pima.edu; 520-724-7653
F. Direct Website link to the program: https://www.pima.edu/programs-courses/credit-programs-degrees/public- safety/fire-science/fire-science-cert.html
G. Additional information:
• Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation: Fingerprinting and criminal background information may be a part of many state and federal licensing and certification processes.
• Other requirements needed: For acceptance Into PCC Fire Academy you will need provide documentation of being 18 years old, a medical evaluation and attend a program orientation
H. Refund Policy (provide a summary if Refund policy is not listed on school website):
https://www.pima.edu/paying-for-school/paying-your-bill/refunds/
https://www.pima.edu/current-students/complaint-processes/
I. Credentials: (The following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation for each)
• Industry Recognized: (Developed and offered by, or endorsed by a nationally-recognized industry association or organization representing a sizeable portion of the industry sector)
Yes or No: No,
Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization:
• Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials)
Yes or No: Yes,
Career Pathway: Continue studies by taking classes toward an Associate of Applied Science in Fire Science
• Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies)
Yes or No (Explain): Training is recognized in other geographic areas.
• Accredited Curriculum: (This is referring to the course being accredited, not the test or school)
Yes or No: Yes,
Accrediting Agency and link to website: Arizona Center for Fire Service Excellence http://www.azfiretraining.org/
J. Credential Attainment Rate: 97 % of students in the last 24 months who obtained a postsecondary credential, or secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent, during participation or within one year after exit from the training program.
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
32
Hours
29
Entrance Requirements
Course(s)
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Curriculum Competency Based
NA
Training Location(s)
Pima Community College/Community Campus,Tucson,AZ
Local WIB
6 - ARIZONA@WORK - Pima
Type of Attainment:
Certificate, sit for FireFighter I & II State test
Name of Credential
Fire Science Certificate - Public Safety Careers
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
Refund Policy
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - Arizona Center for Fire Service Excellence
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)
$520.01 Books,
Testing/Exam Fees
$128.00 Drug Screening, BLS CPR Card
In-State Tuition
$2,412.00 In-State Tuition
Other Fees
$1,335.00 Course Fees
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$9,257.51 Out-of-State Tuition
Registration Fee
$30.00 Ea Sem $15
Supplies/Materials/Hand Tools (not included in tuition)
$25.00 Work Pants
Total In-State Program Cost
$4,450.01
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$11,295.52
