What
will this program do for me?
This is a program designed to provide training for three groups of students:
those who plan to seek employment as firefighters in the public sector,
which includes the City, County, State and Federal fire service agencies;
those who are currently employed in the fire protection field who seek
technical training to further their careers or to prepare for promotional
opportunities; and those who plan to seek private employment in the field.
What
kind of job can I get once I complete the program?
Government agency positions include fire investigation, fire suppression,
and fire protection engineering. Private employment includes safety
instructors, insurance adjusters, fire protection specialists, fire
equipment sales representatives, fire-equipment installers, and architectural
assistants.
How
much can I earn in this career?
There is a wide range depending on your qualifications and where you
are employed in California. Each City, County, and Federal
agency pays differently. In 1997, the salary range was $25,000 to $70,000. Please refer to the Occupational Outlook Handbook for current information on job prospects and salary scales.
How
long will it take?
On average, it takes 2 years to obtain the degree. During this time,
instructors regularly circulate employment opportunity notices forwarded to City
College of San Francisco. For a listing of specific requirements for the degree, please refer to the Program Curriculum.
Where
will classes be held?
Classes are held on the
Ocean Campus. Please check the Schedules for Credit Classes for class times and locations.
Where
do I get more information?
Contact Department Chair: Fred Chavaria at: (415) 239-3202 between
8:00 am and 12:00 noon daily. Or visit the department Web site: School of Applied Science and Technology.
What
time of day are classes offered?
Classes are held Tuesday and Thursday from 8:00 am to 12:30 pm. Night
classes are also conducted Tuesday through Thursday from 6:30 pm to
9:30 pm. For a current listing of class times and locations, please check the Schedules for Credit Classes.
When
do classes start?
Fall semester begins the second week of August, Spring semester
begins the second week of January, and Summer sessions begin in June. Please refer to Schedules for Credit Classes for important dates.
How
do I enroll?
All students who meet the City College admissions policy are eligible
to enroll in this degree program. If you are a new student, please fill out an application. You may also contact the Office of Admissions at
(415) 239-3285 for more information.
What
are the requirements for Associate of Science with an Award of Achievement?
Students who satisfy the requirements for graduation from the College
and who complete 18 units of Fire Science, including the five "Core
Courses" with a "C" (2.00 grade point average) or higher, will receive
the Award of Achievement in Fire Science. For more details, refer to the Program Curriculum.
How
much money can I expect to spend?
Please refer to Tuition
Information for details on costs. Financial Aid may be available at the Financial
Aid Office: (415) 239-3576.
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