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FSC101: Introduction to Fire Service Selection and Entry
– 4 credits
Overview of the application and selection processes used by various fire departments and fire service organizations. Focus on the skills and abilities required for entry-level positions in the fire department, including oral and written communication skills, mathematical and mechanical skills, problem-solving skills, and physical agility and stamina. Elements of fire service culture and their effects on personal growth and interpersonal relationships. Major components of written application processes, requirements, preparation of resumes and their effect on employment prospects. Preparation for the interview to include communications skills, mental preparation techniques, behaviors, and the importance of the interview in the pre-employment process.
Prerequisites: None.
Class#
Location
Delivery
Dates
Days
Times
Instructors
Availability
17368
Paradise Valley
Q 403 - Classroom Lecture
In Person
1/26 – 5/15
Spring 2026
M
7:30AM – 12:00PM
- M. Gallaugher
Open
13 of 20 seats available
-
No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
31531
Phoenix
PSB27
In Person
1/26 – 5/11
Spring 2026
M
9:00AM – 12:30PM
- N. Collins
- P. Cardenas
Open
23 of 24 seats available
-
Costs include FSC Course Fee: $30.00
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Notes
Flex Start Class
Class Meets for Fifteen (15) Weeks
No textbooks required
Class 31531 costs include FSC Course Fee: $30
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Book Information
31532
Phoenix
PSB27
In Person
1/26 – 5/11
Spring 2026
M
5:00PM – 8:30PM
- N. Collins
- S. Delgado
Open
24 of 24 seats available
-
Costs include FSC Course Fee: $30.00
-
Notes
Flex Start Class
Class Meets for Fifteen (15) Weeks
No textbooks required
Class 31532 costs include FSC Course Fee: $30
-
Book Information
24579
Mesa: Dobson Campus
TC 311 Foods Lab
Hybrid In-Person
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026
Tu
5:00PM – 7:30PM
- H. Silberschlag
Open
9 of 20 seats available
-
Costs include FSC Course Fee: $25.00
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Notes
Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session.
Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.
Class 24579 costs include FSC Course Fee: $25
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Textbook info pending
29078
Glendale
Glendale Public Safety Train C
Hybrid In-Person
1/20 – 4/28
Spring 2026
Tu
6:00PM – 9:00PM
- S. Stumbaugh
Open
4 of 20 seats available
-
Costs include FSC Course Fee: $10.00
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Notes
Class 29078 costs include FSC Course Fee: $10
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Textbook info pending
FSC101: Introduction to Fire Service Selection and Entry – 4 credits
Overview of the application and selection processes used by various fire departments and fire service organizations. Focus on the skills and abilities required for entry-level positions in the fire department, including oral and written communication skills, mathematical and mechanical skills, problem-solving skills, and physical agility and stamina. Elements of fire service culture and their effects on personal growth and interpersonal relationships. Major components of written application processes, requirements, preparation of resumes and their effect on employment prospects. Preparation for the interview to include communications skills, mental preparation techniques, behaviors, and the importance of the interview in the pre-employment process.
Prerequisites: None.
| Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
17368
|
Paradise Valley
Q 403 - Classroom Lecture |
In Person
|
1/26 – 5/15
Spring 2026 |
M
|
7:30AM – 12:00PM
|
|
Open
13 of 20 seats available |
|
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|
31531
|
Phoenix
PSB27 |
In Person
|
1/26 – 5/11
Spring 2026 |
M
|
9:00AM – 12:30PM
|
|
Open
23 of 24 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
31532
|
Phoenix
PSB27 |
In Person
|
1/26 – 5/11
Spring 2026 |
M
|
5:00PM – 8:30PM
|
|
Open
24 of 24 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
24579
|
Mesa: Dobson Campus
TC 311 Foods Lab |
Hybrid In-Person
|
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026 |
Tu
|
5:00PM – 7:30PM
|
|
Open
9 of 20 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
29078
|
Glendale
Glendale Public Safety Train C |
Hybrid In-Person
|
1/20 – 4/28
Spring 2026 |
Tu
|
6:00PM – 9:00PM
|
|
Open
4 of 20 seats available |
|
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