Students receive on-the-job training using advanced technology to prepare for a variety of jobs in fire science, life safety, and healthcare.
fire and emergency services
The Fire and Emergency Services program emphasizes hands-on experience using advanced technology in fire science, life safety and health care. As a student, you鈥檒l explore a wide variety of topics, including safety and survival, fire behavior and combustion, fire protection systems, and principles of building construction.
The Fire and Emergency Services Technology AAS degree prepares you for a wide range of entry-level careers, such as:
The degree also provides career advancement and professional development for current firefighters and emergency services professionals. EMT Training courses are offered by the Fire and Emergency Services program for non-degree and degree seeking students.
It is the mission of the Fire & Emergency Services Technology programs at 彩神vlll争霸 to graduate competent and ethical professionals by providing the best possible general/technical education, offering the students the opportunity to enhance their skills, learn new skills, gain the ability to function at a professional level and provide lifelong learning.
The Fire and Emergency Services Technology is designed to meet the educational requirements for professional licensure or certification in Alaska. However, the program might not meet the educational requirements for other states' professional licensure or certification. Please see 彩神vlll争霸鈥檚 Licensure and Certification website for more information.
WHY CHOOSE fire and emergency services AT 彩神vlll争霸?
Students can personalize their education according to their career goals through electives focusing on firefighting and emergency medical services.
Gain experience working with local fire agencies, hospitals and EMS departments in practicum placements.
Train with program faculty who are professionally trained and experienced firefighters and EMTs.
The degree program curriculum follows standards set by the U.S. Fire Administration's Fire and Emergency Serivces Higher Education Model.
NEWS & Stories
Students in fall's EMT 130 鈥� Emergency Medical Technician I burnished their clinical and decision-making skills in a trio of rapid-fire trauma simulations, thanks to a first-time partnership between the Fire and Emergency Services program and the Interprofessional Health Sciences Simulation Center.
College of Health graduate Alex Chamberlin discusses his journey after completing his paramedic degree with the 彩神vlll争霸.
Anchorage鈥檚 new Mobile Crisis Team 鈥� which includes fire service administration alumnus Michael Riley 鈥� responds specifically to mental health emergencies, saving traditional first responders crucial time and resources.
Medical assisting students learn EMT skills from 彩神vlll争霸's Fire and Emergency Services program director during Medical Assistants Recognition Week.
Thank you for your interest in the 彩神vlll争霸 Fire and Emergency Services Program. Our mission is to graduate competent and ethical professionals by offering students the opportunity to enhance their skills, learn new skills and gain the ability to function in an exciting and demanding profession. Our program provides entry-level knowledge and skills for students planning a career in emergency services as well as providing for the career advancement and professional development of current firefighters and EMTs. The 彩神vlll争霸 FES program is an excellent choice for students looking to build a solid foundation in the emergency services field or looking to expand on their current knowledge. Most would describe working in the fire service and emergency medical field as a calling, we look forward to helping you answer that call.
-Chris Lau, BA, FSI III
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Contact Us
Phone: (907) 786-4346
Email: uaa_fireandemergency@alaska.edu
彩神vlll争霸 School of Allied Health
Allied Health Sciences Building
3500 Seawolf Drive, AHS 148
Anchorage, Alaska 99508
Mailing Address
彩神vlll争霸 Fire and Emergency Services
3211 Providence Drive, AHS 148
Anchorage, Alaska 99508
