Firefighter
Your dream of becoming a firefighter begins at MCC. In the Firefighter program, we’ll teach you all the skills and knowledge you need to land your first job at a firehouse.
During your training in the Firefighter program, you’ll learn about the science of firefighting and fire prevention and about the safety and hazards associated with fires. You’ll study the behavior, compartmentalization, suppression, and investigation of fire and its related emergencies, and much more.
The Firefighter program provides the opportunity for non-sponsored students to acquire a Certificate of Completion in Fire Operations in a college-based Fire Academy. Firefighters must be either a certified paramedic or EMT to work in Arizona.
Available Associate Degrees and Certificates
| Degree / Certificate | Title | Required Courses |
|---|---|---|
| Associate in Applied Science (AAS) | Emergency Response and Operations | Required Courses |
| Certificate of Completion (CCL) | Driver Operator | Required Courses |
| Certificate of Completion (CCL) | Fire Officer Leadership | Required Courses |
| Certificate of Completion (CCL) | Firefighter Operations | Required Courses |
| Certificate of Completion (CCL) | Fire Science | n/a |
| Certificate of Completion (CCL) | Emergency Management | Required Courses |
Meet with an Advisor
Before signing up for classes, you’ll want to meet with an academic advisor. Together, you’ll lay out a program and career path that suits you best. This step is essential to your academic success, so don’t skip it, okay?
Advising for the Firefighter program is available through the Fire Science/EMT department. You can also contact Advisement & Registration Services for general advising. Both will help you determine the exact courses you need to get the education you’re looking for.
