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Associate of Applied Science, (AAS.FSC)

This program was designed in cooperation with officials of the Burlington County Fire Academy and other members of the county firefighting community and is intended to address the professional educational needs of practicing firefighters as well as to provide an educational path for those seeking a career or volunteer service in the field of fire fighting and prevention.

Applicants who have not attended a fire academy, completed the fire science courses at another institution, or received credit by evaluation or testing, will need to attend the Burlington County Fire Academy to complete the required fire science courses. Attendance at the Academy requires sponsorship by a county fire company. Applicants needing assistance for sponsorship should contact the Burlington County Fire Marshall's office at (609) 702-7156. A student may earn credit for EMS 101 Basic Emergency Medical Technician by submitting evidence that she/he is a current state certified Emergency Technician.

General Education Courses	Credits
Written Communications	3
Arts and Humanities	3
Social Science	6
Mathematics (MTH 104 recommended)	3
Natural Science (CHE 107/108 required)	4
Computer Science	3
Total	22
Program Courses	Credits
FSC 101 Introduction to Fire Science	7
FSC 102 Fire Department Organization and Management	4
FSC 103 Fire Detection and Suppression Systems	3
FSC 201 Fire Service Construction Principles	4
FSC 202 Tactics and Strategy	3
FSC 203 Fire Inspector Certification	3
The six courses (24 credits) listed above are earned through the Burlington County Fire Academy
EMS 101 Basic Emergency Medical Technician	8
CRJ 213 Arson Investigation	3
Total	41
Electives	6
Total Required for Degree	63

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Last Updated: 02/02/02