About Fire Science Technology

Do you have the courage and physical strength to save lives in emergencies? Get all the skills you will need to start your career in the fire service.

Our Fire Technology program will teach you how to ensure safety and minimize the loss of life and property on a daily basis. If you’re interested in broadening your range as an emergency responder, there are a variety of educational paths you can take. Whatever path you choose, your career will allow you to make a difference in people’s lives.

Students completing the Fire Science Technology Major will be eligible for career positions such as Firefighter, Fire Prevention specialists, Wildland Firefighter, Fire Investigator, Fire Engineer, Fire Hydraulics specialist, First Responder, Emergency Medical Technician, and Life Safety Directors in High Rise Buildings

Students completing the Homeland Security Certificate of Achievement is designed to give students an up-to-date overview of the issues in Homeland Security, with an emphasis on the role of first responders. Using an "all-hazards" perspective, this certificate will help prepare students for public or private sector employment in Homeland Security and related areas, such as transportation security officers, program analysts, intelligence researchers, criminal investigators, and border patrol agents. Veterans with a background in homeland security related issues are encouraged to consider this program as a way to leverage military experience into civilian employment.

Students gaining entry into the Fire Academy program will learn the principles, procedures, and techniques of firefighting and rescue. Technical and manipulative skills and concepts of fire control, fire behavior, tactics and strategy, and emergency management will be reviewed and put into practice during this course. The student will be trained according to the National Fire Protection Association, Standard 1001, and the California State Fire Marshal Office of State Fire Training Firefighter One that emphasizes training in Firefighter One, Wildland Firefighter, and Hazardous Materials First Responder Operations. Students completing this certificate program will be qualified to test for employment with agencies and departments hiring entry-level firefighters.

Students completing the Fire Protection Certificate of Achievement prepare for employment or career advancement in fire protection jobs. It may be of particular interest to students with existing degrees looking to change careers. It is also available for persons who do not want to complete the general education requirements for graduation.

Company Officer is the first certification in the California Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) Officer series. The Company Officer Certification utilizes NFPA 1021 Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications (2014) and NFPA 1051 Standard for Wildland Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications (2012) to provide the qualifications for State Fire Training’s Company Officer certification. This program prepares fire service personnel for promotional opportunities.