This degree or certificate is designed to prepare in-service and pre-service students for a career in firefighting in local, state, and federal fire agencies. This also provides the employed firefighter an opportunity for professional educational development. Students must complete all required courses for a minimum of 27-30 units. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will discuss the skills required for fire prevention techniques; discuss the aspects of fire behavior; discuss the skills required for fire-fighting tactics and strategy; and discuss the skills required for the use of equipment used in fire protection.
Principles of Fire and Emergency Safety and Survival
3
A minimum of 9 units must be selected from the following
FIRE 108
Fire Apparatus & Equipment
3
FIRE 112
Wildland Fire Control
3
FIRE 114
Hazardous Materials
3
FIRE 116
Fire Academy I
4
FIRE 116
FIRE 117
Fire Academy II
12
FIRE 117
FIRE 118
Fire Academy III
4
FIRE 118
FIRE 119
Fire Academy IV
12
EMT 139
EMT 140
Emergency Medical Technician
8.5
TOTAL UNITS REQUIRED
27
NOTE: ADDITIONAL COURSEWORK MIGHT BE REQUIRED IF PREREQUISITES ARE NOT MET. SEE A COUNSELOR TO PREPARE A STUDENT EDUCATIONAL PLAN.
February 2026
GCC Catalog Addendum Spring 2026
Important Notice: In the event of a discrepancy between the information presented above and the online and/or print versions of the GCC Catalog, please contact a counselor or the office of Admissions and Records. For previous years requirements please see the catalog from that year.
