Fire Academy - Certificate

Instructional Program (CIP)

Description

A. Course Objective: Graduates will demonstrate basic knowledge in fire science that will prepare them for employment as firefighters.

Description:  Designed to equip students with the knowledge and practical skills necessary for certification as entry-level firefighters. Successful completion with a "B" or higher allows students to sit for Firefighter 1 and 2 and Hazardous Materials FRA and FRO certification examinations as conducted by the Arizona Center for Fire Service Excellence.
Competencies to be achieved (19 cr):

FSC 148 Fire Academy 1  (9 cr): 

Knowledge and practical skills necessary for certification as an entry-level Firefighter I. FSC 148 is the prerequisite for admission to FSC 149. Successful completion of FSC 148 and FSC 149 qualifies the student to sit for the Firefighter I and II certification examination conducted by the Office of the Arizona State Fire Marshall.

FSC 149 Fire Academy 2  (7 cr) :

Knowledge and practical skills necessary for certification as an entry-level firefighter II. Successful completion qualifies the student to sit for the Firefighter I and II certification examination conducted by the Office of the Arizona State Fire Marshall.
FSC 112 Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations (3 cr):

Course will provide the emergency responder with the ability to identify emergency scenes and respond to releases or potential releases of hazardous materials as part of the initial response to the incident for the purpose of protecting nearby persons, the environment, or property from the effects of the release. Successful completion qualifies the student to sit for certification examination conducted by the Arizona Center of Fire Service Excellence. This class will meet or exceed the requirements as defined by NFPA 472, Standard for Professional Competence of Responders to Hazardous Materials Incidents and NFPA 1072, Standard for Hazardous Materials/Weapons of Mass Destruction Response Personnel Professional Qualifications.

B. Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure):

TOTAL

In-state                                $3842.00

Out-of-state                       $4735.00

Tuition (effective summer 2024):  

https://www.azwestern.edu/paying-for-college/tuition-and-fees for tuition rates    

In-State                                $ 1843.00

Out-of-State                      $ 2736.00

Additional Fees (effective summer 2024):

AWC Fees

• FSC 148: $500


• FSC 149: $500


• Technology Fee: $95.00 ($5 per credit hour)

Non AWC Fees

• Estimated Book Costs: $210.00


• TB Test: $75


• Drug Test: $40


• CPR for Healthcare Providers (BLS): $79


• AZ Center for Fire Service Excellence (AzCFSE) Test: $200


• Uniform costs: approximately $300

Total Fees:  $1999.00 

C. Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition):

FSC 148/149

Essentials of Fire Fighting (ISBN 9780879396572) $112.00

FSC 112

Hazardous Materials for First Responders (ISBN 9780879396138) $98.00

Total Books: $210.00

D. Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition):

Uniform

E. WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:

Name: Eduardo Ramirez, Fire Science Program Coordinator

Email: Eduardo.ramirez@azwestern.edu

Phone number: 928-317-6035

F.Direct Website link to the program:

https://www.azwestern.edu/sites/default/files/documents/degrees-and-certificates/occupational-certificate/Fire_Academy_0.pdf

G. Additional information:

• Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation:

Physical Agility Test

Drug Screening

Tuberculosis Screening

National Registry Registration

Driving Record

Proof of US citizenship

• Other requirements needed:

Minimum placement test reading score of 255+, or completion of ENG 101

Student must submit application, including medical history questionnaire and interview

Student must fulfill requirements of Arizona Department of Health Services before being accepted into the AWC EMT Program

Applicant must be at least 18 years of age

High School Diploma or GED

CPR for Healthcare Provider (American Heart Association only) certification (current)

Refund Policy (provide a summary if Refund policy is not listed on school website): https://www.azwestern.edu/paying-for-college

H. 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:  Yes

Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization:  International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) through the Arizona Center for Fire Service Excellence (AzCFSE)

• Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials)

Yes or No: Yes

Career Pathway: AAS in Fire Science

• Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies)

 Yes or No (Explain): Yes, this credential is recognized nationally

• 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: Higher Learning Commission, https://www.hlcommission.org/

H. Credential Attainment Rate: Percentage 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.   New Program for La Paz County.

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