Fire Officer Degree

Fire Officer Degree Program Description

Edmonds Community College has adopted the Washington State Fire Service Education Association Fire Officer Degree Program for deliver to the fire service personnel. The degree's ultimate goal is to provide a higher education program that enables fire departments, in cooperation with Edmonds Community College, to develop technically competent fire officersm who are highly skilled in their craft. The majority of students in this program are professional firefighters who want to improve their general education and fire fighting command expertise. The information, training and education gained from this program will enhance your chance to advance in the fire fighting profession, as well as sharpen your current work skills.   Optional IFSAC certificate testing is arranged after appropriate courses.  A separate test fee is paid to the testing company.

Degree Composition – The degree is an Associate of Applied Science-Transfer (AAS-T) degree or Certificate. This is most appropriate for the company officer target audience. The intent is to assist fire departments in creating and supporting officer development consistent with recognized national standards. 

Link to AAS-T Program Requirement Sheet for 2009-2010

Link to Certificate Program Requirement Sheet for 2009-2010