Fire Science
The Aims Fire Science programs will give you the skills you need for a successful career as a firefighter. We offer programs in the areas of structural firefighting and wildland firefighting.
Young Mens and Womens Xplore Academies
Aims is hosting two Xplore Academies to introduce young men and women (16-18 years old) to careers as firefighters and EMTs. Students will get hands on experience and train just like first responders.
Program Mission Statement
The mission of the Fire Science Program is to prepare students for entry level and career advancement in the fire service and/or for the pursuit of an advanced degree by educating them in the fundamental concepts of professionalism, communication, problem solving, teamwork, and hands-on training for a successful career in the fire service.
Degrees and Certificates
Degrees
Certificates
- Basic Firefighter Certificate
- Driver-Operator Certificate
- Firefighter I Certificate
- Firefighter II Certificate
- Vehicle Extrication Certificate
New facility in Windsor opened Spring 2016
A few of the degree and certificate programs offered include:
- Structural Fire Academy: A 15-week course that includes 45 hours of classroom work and 135 hours of hands-on training to prepare you for a career in fire service.
- Wildland Fire Academy: This is the only program of its kind in the state! This course offers classroom training and a four-day field experience. Students receive several NWCG certifications upon successful completion of the program.
- Associate of Applied Science degree
The Aims Fire Science Program is the only fire science program in Colorado to be accredited by the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC). An IFSAC accredited program indicates that course offerings, institutional support and qualified faculty are working together in completing their educational mission.
The Aims Community College Fire Science Technology degree classes are also recognized by the Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) recognition program for colleges and universities. FESHE recognition is an acknowledgment that a collegiate emergency services degree program meets the minimum standards of excellence established by FESHE professional development committees and the National Fire Academy (NFA). These regionally-accredited colleges and universities have demonstrated a commitment to the nationally-recognized FESHE model of standardized professional development education criteria. FESHE concentrates on degree programs that emphasize firefighting response, fire prevention, fire administration, and emergency medical services management.
Essential Skills
Check out the essential skills guide, which is a list of commonly encountered qualities and skills typically necessary to be successful in a particular program or area of interest.