Everett Community College

Fire Science

The Fire Science Program is designed to prepare participants for occupations and advancement in the fire service. Content includes fire suppression, fire investigation, fire prevention, emergency and rescue services, hazardous materials, emergency response, and coordination with other agencies. Some of the training is done at off-campus sites, including area fire agencies and the WSP Fire Academy at North Bend. Some courses require an application. Instructors for all classes are
associated with fire departments throughout Washington State.

Participants may earn a Certificate in Fire Science by completing 85 credits and an Associate Degree in Technical Arts-Fire Science by completing 90 credits. A minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA is required for both the certificate and the degree.

Equivalency credit may be available at a fee to those who have completed classes at other schools and/or training at the North Bend Fire Academy or fire departments. A meeting with an advisor is recommended to make this determination, followed by a credential evaluation in Enrollment Services. Students earning a degree must have completed at least thirty (30) credits at Everett Community College.

Most of the Fire Science classes require a permission slip obtained by meeting with an advisor. Both the Fire 100/Fire Fighting Basic Techniques Academy and the EMS 151/Emergency Medical Technician courses require an application and screening process. An application for either class can be obtained at a program information session or will be mailed upon request. Contact Della Leaf at 425-388-9591 or dleaf@everettcc.edu. Special equipment is required for some classes.

The Fire Science and EMT classes are self-support, non-tuition based classes. As a result, the fees for the classes are designed to provide all program support, including the purchase of needed equipment, staffing, supplies, etc. Please see the class schedule for class fees and estimated book costs.

Fire Science Core Learning Outcomes:

 1.  Engage and take responsibility as active learners

Students will be involved in the learning process as they gain deeper levels of understanding of the subject matter.  They will design, complete, and analyze projects while developing group interaction and leadership skills.

 2.  Think critically

Students will develop and practice analytical skills, problem-solving skills, and quantitative reasoning skills.  Using creativity and self-reflection, they will be able to engage in inquiry that produces well-reasoned, meaningful conclusions. 

 3.  Communicate effectively

Students will develop the organizational and research skills necessary to write and speak effectively.  The students will demonstrate awareness of different audiences, styles, and approaches to oral and written communication.

4.  Participate in diverse environments

Students will gain the awareness of and sensitivity to diversity, including one’s own place as a global citizen.  Students attain knowledge and understanding of the multiple expressions of diversity, and the skills to recognize, analyze, and evaluate diverse issues and perspectives. 

5.     Utilize information literacy skills

Students will develop and employ skills to recognize when information is needed and to locate, evaluate, effectively use and communicate information in its various forms.

6.    Demonstrate computer and technology proficiency

Students will use computers and technology as appropriate in their course of study.