Technical rescue is a highly specialized “high risk/low frequency” area of fire department operations that requires a disproportionate amount of training and education when compared to “low risk/high frequency” operations in fire and emergency services. 

The fire science technical rescue program not only meets the needs of students, but also satisfies the demands of the area job market, improves employability of students, and significantly improves technical rescue and scene/administrative management skills.

Successful completion of this program uniquely positions students for advancement in the fire department, particularly at the company officer level. Professional competencies accomplished through this degree also provide a safer work environment for firefighters and significantly increase the chances of successful victim rescue and improved patient outcomes in a high-risk environment.

Why choose COTC?

Partnership with Ohio Fire Academy (OFA) 

COTC partners with the Ohio Fire Academy (OFA) to offer the fire science technical rescue associate degree. 

Accreditation 

OFA is the only training organization accredited through the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) in the state of Ohio. As part of that accreditation, OFA provides a comprehensive offering of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1006 compliant, IFSAC-accredited technical rescue courses (NFPA 1006: Standard for Technical Rescue Personnel Professional Qualifications).