Wildland Fire Science Certificate

Ignite your passion for wildland fire science at Clackamas Community College 

• Wildland fire behavior and ecology 
• Firefighting safety and tactics 
• Forest management principles 
• Land navigation and wilderness survival 
• Crew leadership and teamwork 

Don't let your passion for the outdoors go untamed. Clackamas Community College's Wildland Fire Science Certificate program can equip you with the skills and knowledge to make a real difference on the frontlines of wildfire protection.

Required classes for the Wildland Fire Science Certificate

From forest fires to forest futures: Launch your career today

The wildland fire science program provides training that can lead to seasonal employment in wildland firefighting or to the first step to a career in the forest industry or park service. There are many career tracks in the field of wildland firefighting and forestry. It’s exciting work that requires fundamental survival, safety and firefighting training and skills. It is also important to be physically fit, work well in a team environment and respond quickly and efficiently to instruction/commands. 

With increased demand for skilled professionals in these fields, a Wildland Fire Science Certificate from Clackamas Community College can be your springboard to a rewarding career.

Gain essential skills for wildland science professionals

Clackamas Community College's Wildland Fire Science Certificate program equips you with the in-demand skills you need to thrive in this exciting field. Here's what you should gain:

• Wildland fire experience: Develop a deep understanding of wildland fire behavior, fuels and weather patterns to predict fire spread and make critical decisions. 
• Safety: Learn to recognize and mitigate hazards in wilderness and fire environments, ensuring your safety and the safety of your crew. 
• Teamwork and leadership: Understand the skills needed to work effectively as part of a hand crew or engine crew, fostering strong communication and collaboration. 
• Forest management: Gain a solid foundation in forest management principles, understanding the role of fire in healthy ecosystems. 

Upon graduation, you should be prepared to take on complex challenges with the ability to:

• Assess risks and develop plans: Evaluate fire situations and design effective response plans based on strategy, tactics and incident objectives. 
• Use firefighting tools: Become proficient in operating various firefighting tools and equipment, ensuring safe and efficient fire suppression. 
• Lead with confidence: Develop the leadership skills necessary to supervise and direct personnel on the fire line.

This comprehensive program sets you apart, preparing you for a rewarding career in wildland fire management.

Investing in your future

Clackamas Community College offers some of the lowest tuition rates in the Portland metro area. To begin building the cost for your program, you can start with the base estimate below. 

This estimate includes the cost of tuition and the general fees applied per class and per academic term. This estimate does not include additional fees required for many courses or the cost of course materials. Contact the program to learn more about additional costs that may apply. 

You can also find more information about the costs of attending CCC on the Tuition and Fees page.

Get help paying for college

Scholarships and grants (free money!) are available for students in this program. For help with financial aid and scholarships, contact the Financial Aid Resource Lab.