Fire Fighter Technology
You stand a little taller knowing you stand ready, between the visible hope in your town—the grand opening banner, the excited kids on a field trip, the “sold” sign on someone’s new home—and the invisible threats around that hope—the carbon monoxide leak, the smoldering wire, the sudden storm.
Become a Better Fire Fighter
Use this program to qualify for your first job or become a stronger member of your team. You gain a more systematic view of the fire service in local and national safety, as well as the mental health challenges of the job.
Your Education Sets You Apart
In the firehouse, everyone is trained . Education takes you further into the science, the psychology, and the management skills for a lifelong career in the fire service. Earning your AAS in Fire Fighter Technology prepares you to show up with more depth, greater resilience, and sharper ideas.
Ready for What Tomorrow Brings
Every day is different—EMS calls, equipment upgrades, prepping for mass casualty events. Your associate degree includes courses beyond fire suppression and control, so you can adapt to a changing fire service.
Online Flexibility for Your Life
Finish your degree online, at a pace that fits your work and home responsibilities. Study what you need to advance and keep your town safe:
- Effective Fire Department administration
- Legal aspects of fire records
- Municipal fire problems
- Stress management
- Homeland security & intelligence
Credit for Prior Learning
If you’ve been through OCC’s Fire Fighter Academy and earned your Michigan Level I & II certifications, you’ll be awarded 12 credits overall—9 of which count toward this degree.
A Program that Adapts to You
Whether you’re already working or new to the field, this program supports your goals. Classes are small, and a little more than half your classmates are likely to be working firefighters. Choose your electives based on your experience and your next step:
- Enter the Fire Fighter Academy
- Go to work for a municipality
- Apply for a promotion
Associate Degree
We offer a 62- to 64-credit associate in applied science (AAS) degree in Fire Fighter Technology.
Plan Your Transfer
If you want a Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) endorsement, work closely with your OCC advisor to take courses from the MTA list, including appropriate math courses. If you know where you want to transfer, consult that school’s advisors as well.
Enroll Now
Begin your studies with these steps:
- Apply to OCC. If you’re not already an OCC student, create a profile and complete our online application.
- On the application, select your desired Fire Fighter Technology option.
- Existing OCC students can update their academic program using the Change of Program Form.
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