Fire Science
Based at the RELLIS Campus, the Blinn College District Fire Science Program offers an Associate of Applied Science in Fire Science Technology and a Certificate in Fire Science Technology, designed to prepare you for careers in firefighting and fire protection.
Degree and Certificate Plans
The Fire Science Program was developed in response to local and national needs for an advanced degree in the field of fire protection and life safety.
Associate of Applied Science in Fire Science Technology
Certificate Level-1 in Fire Science Technology
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Physical and Required Immunizations
For EMT courses EMSP 1501 and 1160, immunization records will be turned in during the first day of class.
Program Outcome
Outcome 1
Students will have the knowledge and skills to pass the Texas Commission On Fire Protection Basic Structural Fire Suppression Examination. Method of assessment Texas Commission On Fire Protection Basic Structural Fire Suppression examination.
Outcome 2
The student will have the knowledge and skills to pass the Emergency Medical Technician National Registry exam. Method of assessment Emergency Medical Technician National Registry Exam.
Outcome 3
Graduates will have a positive placement rate by working as a firefighter or EMT or continuing their education. Method of assessment Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Program Measure.