Fire Science Courses

What will I learn?

Ignite your career through our stackable certificates with courses needed for employment in your local fire department, beginning with our Firefighter Certificate.

EMS 128: EMS First Responder
FIRE 111: Hazardous Materials Awareness & Operations
FIRE 131: Firefighter I
FIRE 141: Firefighter II
EMS 131: Emergency Medical Technician

Advance your career with six core fire service courses through our Fire Administration Certificate, and then complete your Associate of Applied Science in Fire Science degree from JCCC.

You’ll get comprehensive training specifically designed to:

Prepare you for employment with area fire service agencies
Promote your professional development and deliver skills for advancement
Teach the latest industry principles and theory
Reinforce best practices in tactical operations

Why JCCC?

JCCC is accredited through the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) and works in close cooperation with the Johnson County Fire Chiefs Association. Because of our partnership with the University of Kansas Fire & Rescue Training Institute, your JCCC credits will transfer if you choose to earn an advanced degree.

Two more excellent reasons – cost and accessibility.

We’re affordable. Costs are reasonable and our campus is convenient to the metro area.
We’re accessible. Our courses are taught in a shift-friendly manner through the Canvas online learning management system.

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This is a selective admission program. See how to apply for Fire Academy

Can I get a job?

The U.S. Department of Labor compiles statistics on the careers involving fire science. You'll find information specifically related to careers in Kansas, including salary information and the job prospects.