FIRE 103 — Exploring Public Safety and College Success (2 Credits)
Introduces students to the wide-ranging career fields that protect and serve our communities: Fire Service, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), and Criminal Justice. Students will examine what professionals in each discipline do, the values they share, and how teamwork and communication connect these careers. Students will develop essential college success skills, including time management, study habits, goal setting, and self-leadership. By the end of this exploratory course, students will have a clearer understanding of which public safety pathway aligns with their interests, strengths, and values, and a plan to succeed in college and beyond.