Overview and Award Outcomes
Overview
The Fire Rescue Associate in Applied Science degree prepares students to perform the duties of a modern firefighter in busy departments where most calls are of a medical nature. The degree requirements also provide advancement opportunities, prepare students to take promotional exams, and allow flexibility for students to earn a specialty certificate as part of their electives.
Student must be 18 years of age or meet the requirements for eligibility under Hennepin Technical College’s Post-Secondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) standards.
Award Outcomes
Identify the dangers associated with various emergency situations and apply the proper safety procedures for responders and the public
Demonstrate firefighting and hazardous materials response skills
Utilize personnel, apparatus, equipment, and extinguishing agents on the fire ground
Identify and apply the components of the incident management system
Function as an emergency medical technician at emergency scenes and integrate with other medical providers as part of the larger emergency medical services system
Demonstrate the ability to comprehend, apply, and evaluate clinical information relevant to the role of EMS
Demonstrate technical proficiency in all skills necessary to fulfill the role as an EMS provider
Demonstrate effective oral and written communication
Career Opportunities
Fire Science graduates may perform a variety of jobs in the fire protection family. Titles may include Firefighter, Driver Operator, Inspector or Fire Investigator. Higher level positions, requiring experience and exams, are Fire Marshal, Lieutenant, Captain, District Chief, Deputy Chief, Assistant Chief and Chief of Department. The medical focus of this degree allows students to work in various emergency medical positions in such places as emergency rooms, special events, or ambulance services.
Semester Sequence
Offered at Eden Prairie Only
First Semester
| EMSV1050 | Emergency Medical Responder (First Responder) | 3 |
| FRPT1101 | Fire Fighter I | 4 |
| FRPT1105 | Fire Fighter II | 2 |
| FRPT1176 | Hazardous Materials First Responder Operational | 2 |
| FRPT1250 | Incident Command for Emergency Services | 3 |
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| Technical Studies Electives | 3 |
Second Semester
| EMSV1100 | Emergency Medical Technician - Basic | 6 |
| EMSV1146 | Medical Terminology for EMS/ER Personnel | 3 |
| EMSV1190 | Intravenous (IV) Access | 1 |
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| Choose one of the following: | |
| COMM1250 | Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
| COMM1260 | Small Group Communication | 3 |
| COMM1280 | Public Speaking | 3 |
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| Choose one course from MnTC Goal Area 2 | 3 |
| Recommended: | |
| BIOL1100 | Nutrition and Health | 3 |
Summer Semester
| ENGL1070 | Technical Writing | 3 |
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| ENGL1100 | Writing and Research | 4 |
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| Technical Studies Electives | 3 |
Third Semester
| EMSV1136 | Understanding EKGs | 2 |
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| Choose one course from MnTC Goal Area 3, 4, or 5 | 3 |
| Recommended: | |
| BIOL2125 | Anatomy and Physiology I | 4 |
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| Technical Studies Electives | 6 |
Fourth Semester
| Choose one course from MnTC Goal Area 9 | 3 |
| Recommended: | |
| PHIL1400 | Medical Ethics | 4 |
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| Technical Studies Electives | 7 |
Technical Studies Electives
Any Fire Protection (FRPT) or Emergency Medical Services (EMSV) course that is not required for this award may be used as an elective.
Choose a Total of: 19 Credits
Graduation (60 Credits)
Semester listings reflect the recommended sequence. Due to circumstances beyond our control, the information herein is subject to change without notice. This listing is to be used strictly as an advising tool.
2/13/2023 : BP / EP 7425