Catalog 2020-2021

Fire Science Technology

“The College has reviewed the Fire Science Technology Program which includes the degree, the diploma and the technical certificates of credit listed below due to a decreasing number of graduates. As a result, the College has made the decision to terminate the degree, diploma, and certificates with a teach-out plan approved to conclude on April 29, 2021. We encourage you to visit GVTC at https://gvtcapp.tcsg.edu/GVTC/General/Courses.aspx to see available courses at other colleges within the Technical College System of Georgia.”

Mission Statement

Nature of the Work

Employment

Earnings

Student Learning Outcomes

Essential Functions

Program Expenses

Admission Requirements

Readmission Policy

Residency Policy

Fire Science Technology Diploma (Major Code: FST2)

Fire Science Technology Associate Degree (Major Code: FS13)

Basic Fire Company Officer TCC (Major Code: BF11)

Fire Officer I TCC (Major Code: FF31)

Fire Officer II TCC (Major Code: FF51)

Firefighter I TCC (Major Code: FF11)

Firefighter II TCC (Major Code: FF21)

Admission Requirements

Applicants must submit the following information to the Admissions Office:

  • Completed and signed application for admission and a $25 nonrefundable application fee.
  • Official high school or GED transcripts and/or official college transcripts from all colleges attended in the past (see General Admission Requirements).
  • Valid ACCUPLACER, COMPASS, ASSET, SAT, or ACT test scores (see ACCUPLACER Placement Examination).

  • Proof of legal presence in the United States.
  • Official birth certificates, passports, driver's licenses, or state-issued photo identification cards to document that they are at least 18 years of age.
  • Completed and signed intent form. Blank forms are available on the college website.

Applicants to the certificate programs in Firefighter I and Firefighter II will need to pass a physical administered by an approved physician before enrolling in courses.

Applicants who are on academic probation or are academically dismissed from the college as of the application deadline will not be considered for admission. The Admissions Office staff admits students during fall semester. Applicants not selected for the program may reapply during subsequent admission intake periods. The college does not maintain a waiting list of people seeking admission to the program.