Fire Science

The Fire Science Program prepares individuals with the academic knowledge for entry employment in the Fire Service field as well as meeting the needs of in-service professionals.

Upon completion of this program, students will have the knowledge to prepare for a career with federal, state, and local fire and emergency service agencies, with an emphasis on Structural Fire Fighting,Wildland Fire Suppression,Hazardous Materials Incidents, Fire Prevention and Investigation, Emergency Medical Technician, Fire Management and Administration, and the Incident Command System.

After earning the Associate in Science (A.S.) Degree, students have the opportunity to pursue a bachelor’s degree in Fire Administration from an accredited university through distance learning. See program faculty for a list of courses that will transfer.

Health and physical requirements vary with different employers in the Fire Service field, so prospective students should seek advice before enrolling.

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Degrees & Certificates Offered

Certificate of Achievement (CA)Associate in Science degree (AS)

What You Will Learn

PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES

Upon successful completion, students are prepared to:

Work as a responsible member of a team to meet an organization's objectives.
Demonstrate professionalism in work quality, appearance, attitude, and workplace behavior as required in a diverse business environment.
Use current and emerging technologies effectively to create and manage documents and handle multiple priorities.
Communicate clearly and effectively through oral and written interactions, complying with standard office etiquette.
Analyze, synthesize, and evaluate real-world problems using research, critical thinking, and decision-making skills to make informed choices and solve problems.
Apply appropriate strategies to secure employment, retain a job, and advance in a career.

Course Learning Outcomes

Program Faculty

Jack Minassian
Phone: 934-2617
Email: jackm@hawaii.edu

Advisory Board

The Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs at Hawai‘i CC are an integral part of the local community and reflect its day-to-day life. Close cooperation among the faculty, employers, and employees in the community is maintained. One of the most effective formal means of providing for this type of cooperation is the Program Advisory Council. These groups advise their respective programs of training needs and new developments in the field. Councils include employers, alumni, and others knowledgeable about the field.

Fire Science Program Advisory Council:

Nani Barretto, Hawaii Wildfire Management Organization (HWMO)
Greg Funderburk, Pacific Island Fire Management Officer, National Park Service
Eric Johnson, United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS)
Talmadge Magno, Director, Hawaii County Civil Defense
Max R.Matias, Jr., Fire Chief, KOAARFF Commander
Darwin Okinaka, Assistant Fire Chief, Hawai‘i Fire Department
Elizabeth Pickett, Hawaii Wildfire Management Organization (HWMO)
Kazuo Todd, Fire Chief, Hawai‘i Fire Department
Clay Trauernicht, UH Mānoa
Don Yokoyama, Protector Forester, Division of Forestry and Wildlife, State of Hawai‘i

CTE Annual Notice of Nondiscrimination

The University of Hawai‘i does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, color, national origin, or disability. For inquiries regarding our nondiscrimination policies, please contact your campus designee noted in the link below.

UHCC applies an open access policy, with program admission based upon the completion of applicable course/testing prerequisites. The lack of English skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in CTE programs.

Please read about the entire nondiscrimination policy, presented in 14 primary languages.