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Associate in Applied Science - Fire Science Technology

Spokane Community College

USA,Washington

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24 Months

Duration

CAD 21,281/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 100 FREE

Application Fee

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USA, Washington

Type: College

Location Type: Semi-Urban

Founded: 1963

Total Students: 0 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

1810 N Greene St, Spokane, WA 99217, United States

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Scholarships
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Associate in Applied Science - Fire Science Technology

Program Overview

The Fire Science Technology program is designed to prepare students for entry-level careers as firefighters for municipal, industrial, state, and federal fire departments. The primary mission of the Fire Science Technology program is the identification and mitigation of emergencies in order to preserve life and property.

Program Requirements: admittance to the Fire Science Lab classes requires the student's age to be at least 18 or with the instructor's permission. All students are required to carry student accident insurance throughout their enrollment in the Fire Science program. A 2.0 grade or better must be maintained in all courses required for a degree.

Learning Outcomes

Have a well–rounded technical background for entry into fire service or rescue related fields.
Apply knowledge and skill to a successful entrance into the fire service.

Handle basic Fire, Rescue, and EMS duties.
The duties of the firefighter include, but are not limited to, extinguishing and controlling fires, performing rescue and evacuation work incidental to fire control, accidents, natural disasters, and other incidents where human life is threatened. Firefighters also render emergency aid to those in need. The responsibilities of fire prevention, inspection, and public relation programs aimed at reducing death and property loss are also undertaken.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Associate Degree

Application Processing Days

30 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

24 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
jan 2025		Opening Later

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 100 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 21,281 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Spokane Community College

CAD 0 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 5.5 - 5 - With No Band Less Than
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 61
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 43.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 85.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

Minimum CGPA Required: 75.00 %

Additional Information

Career Opportunities

Increasing demands for better private, municipal and governmental involvement in fire prevention and suppression fields and the implementation of more career fire departments in formerly volunteer–protected areas will provide an increase in the demand for entry-level firefighters.
POTENTIAL POSITIONS INCLUDE: Firefighter, rescue worker, fire loss investigator, fire prevention technician, fire systems technician, fire equipment operator, dispatcher, EMS provider.

Scholarships

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.