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Associate of Applied Science
Tidewater Community College
This program is included in: G3
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Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science Technology
Associate of Applied ScienceAssociate of Applied Science - Fire Science Technology
Tidewater Community College
This program is included in: G3
The Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Fire Science Technology prepares individuals for work as fire administrators, arson investigators, fire training coordinators, safety directors, state training coordinators, municipal department administrators, fire insurance appraisers, and fire equipment salespersons. The programs are aimed at firefighters who seek advancement and wish to broaden their knowledge of the field.
Students are advised to consult with the program coordinator prior to entering the program.
Program Overview & Guidance
Delivery Mode
In-Person
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Online
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Delivery Mode
Hybrid
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| Program Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
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| Considerations for Selecting Degree | Yes, if you:
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| Program Successes & Highlights | TCC had 9 graduates in 2020-21, 9 graduates in 2019-20, 10 graduates in 2018-19, 10 graduates in 2017-18, and 19 graduates in 2016-17 in the AAS program in Fire Science Technology. |
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Program Credit Requirements
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
| Transfer Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
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| Associate Transfer Degree Completion | The student development requirement at TCC is waived for students who have completed an associate or baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution. All other coursework is evaluated and transferred as applicable to your degree. |
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School | TCC does not distinguish between students earning an associate degree while in high school or after high school graduation. |
| Credit for Prior Learning | TCC recognizes you have a wealth of skills and knowledge gained through life, work and community-based experiences. Credit for Prior Learning at TCC is academic credit awarded to students who successfully demonstrate college or university-level learning achieved through informal or experiential learning outside of the classroom. You can have your learning evaluated for academic credit, saving you time and money towards earning your degree.
For more information: https://help.tcc.edu/s/topic/0TO1R000000gnrkWAA/credit-for-prior-learning |
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College Level Information
Number of Transfer Students
3647
| College Fit Guidance | What You Need to Know |
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| Is This College Right For Me? | At TCC, we believe everyone should have access to a high quality, affordable education. With diverse programs designed for immediate job placement, smaller class sizes, top-rated faculty and modern campuses, TCC is an ideal environment for a life changing education, right here in your own backyard. |
| Transfer Student Catalog Year | Catalog year is determined when an academic plan is selected by the student. |
| First Year Student Catalog Year | Catalog year is determined by first semester of attendance. |
| Applying for Guaranteed Admissions | Completing the first two years of your degree at TCC can get you in the door - while saving you thousands on the cost of your education. We recommend that you start your transfer planning during your first semester at TCC. In addition to your regular academic advising, you should review the TCC guaranteed admissions agreements and the transfer guides for the college or university to which you would like to transfer.
https://help.tcc.edu/s/article/Guaranteed-Transfer-Programs. |
Where Can This Degree Transfer
This section displays degrees most closely related to this program
and to which you may be able to transfer. So, you can use this list to find the
next degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to
visit that program page.
| Institution | Title | Degree | Award Name | Award Level | Delivery Mode |
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| Virginia Peninsula Community College | Associate of Applied Science in Fire Science Technology Degree | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | Online |
| Ferrum College | B.S. in Emergency Services | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
Careers Where This Degree Applies
| O*Net Code | Name | Description | Parent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33-1021.00 | First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers | Directly supervise and coordinate activities of workers engaged in firefighting and fire prevention and control. | Protective Service Occupations |
| 33-2021.00 | Fire Inspectors and Investigators | Inspect buildings to detect fire hazards and enforce local ordinances and state laws, or investigate and gather facts to determine cause of fires and explosions. | Protective Service Occupations |
| 33-2011.00 | Firefighters | Control and extinguish fires or respond to emergency situations where life, property, or the environment is at risk. Duties may include fire prevention, emergency medical service, hazardous material response, search and rescue, and disaster assistance. | Protective Service Occupations |
| 33-2022.00 | Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists | Enforce fire regulations, inspect forest for fire hazards, and recommend forest fire prevention or control measures. May report forest fires and weather conditions. | Protective Service Occupations |
| 11-9199.11 | Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers | Plan and direct cleanup and redevelopment of contaminated properties for reuse. Does not include properties sufficiently contaminated to qualify as Superfund sites. | Management Occupations |
| 25-1194.00 | Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary | Teach vocational courses intended to provide occupational training below the baccalaureate level in subjects such as construction, mechanics/repair, manufacturing, transportation, or cosmetology, primarily to students who have graduated from or left high school. Teaching takes place in public or private schools whose primary business is academic or vocational education. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
| 11-9199.02 | Compliance Managers | Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization to ensure compliance with ethical or regulatory standards. | Management Occupations |
| 11-9199.08 | Loss Prevention Managers | Plan and direct policies, procedures, or systems to prevent the loss of assets. Determine risk exposure or potential liability, and develop risk control measures. | Management Occupations |
| 11-9199.00 | Managers, All Other | All managers not listed separately. | Management Occupations |
| 11-9199.01 | Regulatory Affairs Managers | Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures. | Management Occupations |
| 11-9199.10 | Wind Energy Development Managers | Lead or manage the development and evaluation of potential wind energy business opportunities, including environmental studies, permitting, and proposals. May also manage construction of projects. | Management Occupations |
| 11-9199.09 | Wind Energy Operations Managers | Manage wind field operations, including personnel, maintenance activities, financial activities, and planning. | Management Occupations |
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