Fire Education
Firefighter (PSAV 5043)
Program Description
This course is for students seeking state certification as a firefighter, classes
are offered on both daytime and nighttime schedule. The program follows the curriculum
established by the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training of the Florida State Fire
College in Ocala.
The PSAV firefighter program is a two-part course: Firefighter I and Firefighter II.
Career Path Notes
Successful completion of this Certificate Firefighter Program allows the student to
take the state certification examination. The student will earn 3 college credits towards
the A.S. degree in Fire Science Technology.
Program Length
450 hours or approximately three months for the day program and six months for the
night program.
Location
This program is offered at the Lake Worth campus.
Fire Science Technology (AS 2195)
Program Description
This degree program is designed for the current firefighter who wishes to advance
in various fire service areas. Course content includes tactics & strategies, fire
prevention, fire investigation, company officer, and fire apparatus & equipment.
Career Path Notes
Courses from this program may transfer into Palm Beach State's Bachelor of Applied
Science program in Supervision and Management. In addition, courses from this program
may transfer to other colleges and universities which allow students to transfer into
a four-year program. For information, contact the college or university to which you
wish to transfer.
Program Length
The program can be finished in two years of full-time enrollment or three years part
time.
Location
This program is offered at the Lake Worth campus.
Contact Information
Chad W. Crouse
Associate Professor & Department Chair
Cell: 772-216-8452
Email: crousec@palmbeachstate.edu
