RAASFSC - AAS_Fire Science

The A.A.S. Degree in Fire Science is an online associate degree program that transfers into a Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences (B.A.A.S.) degree program at ENMU. It is designed for individuals who are currently employed by fire service organizations.

Credit for Industry Credentials

Any student with a nationally recognized fire instruction or preapproved departmental courses may be awarded college credit hours toward an A.A.S. degree in Fire Science. Students are required to complete at least 15 credit hours through ENMU-Roswell. A maximum of 34 credit hours can be awarded by Credit for Industry Credentials. Documents submitted for Credit for Industry Credentials must be the original or notarized copies (documents will not be returned).

Training must meet one of the following requirements:

1. International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) certification

2. National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) certification

3. National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) credentialed courses

4. National Fire Academy courses

5. New Mexico State Fire Academy courses

6. Preapproved departmental courses

Modern fire service requires personnel with comprehensive knowledge of all phases of fire protection. The Fire Science program provides instruction in general and specific areas of fire prevention, investigation, technology, and firefighting tactics. Additional courses are offered in fire service administration and fire service management.

General education courses do not have to be completed prior to enrolling in Fire Science courses. Credit for training will be awarded after the student is enrolled as a student at ENMU-Roswell