Administration of Justice & Fire Technology
Protect and serve your community with Butte College's Administration of Justice and Fire Technology programs. Gain the skills to make a real difference in criminal justice, firefighting, and emergency response. Our hands-on training prepares students to uphold safety, integrity, and leadership in every situation.
Programs
Goal
Transfer or CareerLength
1-2.5 yearsFlexibility
- Main Campus
- Online
Associate Degree for Transfer in Administration of Justice
The Associate in Arts in Administration of Justice for Transfer degree (AA-T) is designed for students planning to pursue a bachelor’s degree in Administration of Justice or a related major at a California State University (CSU). Students who complete this degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, though not to a specific campus or major, and will be required to complete no more than 60 additional units after transfer.
Associate Degree or Certificate of Achievement in Administration of Justice
The Administration of Justice program, with an emphasis in law enforcement, provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary for careers in law enforcement, corrections, probation, and fish and wildlife. Students develop competency in reading, writing, and analytical skills while gaining an understanding of California laws and case law. The program also serves those already employed in law enforcement who wish to enhance their opportunities for advancement. With additional GE graduates can attain an Associate Degree in Administration of Justice.
Associate Degree in Criminal Justice
The Criminal Justice degree is designed for students who plan to earn a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice or related fields at CSU, Chico. This degree may also serve as the basis for students who are interested in pre-law.
Associate Degree or Certificate of Achievement in Court Personnel/Pre-Law
This program is built around a core of law-related courses that can be applied to a variety of specialized areas such as pre-law, court personnel, paralegal, law enforcement, public administration, social welfare, and probation. Students should have strong reading and writing skills, and high school students are encouraged to focus on English and business preparation. With additional GE graduates can attain an Associate Degree, which is intended as a foundation for advanced study or specialized training and prepares students for a variety of employment opportunities.
Flexibility
Most programs in this cluster can be completed fully Online, with Main Campus also covering most or all required coursework, so you can build a schedule on-site, remotely, or as a mix of both. Chico Center and Glenn Center are reliable for general education but only cover a small portion of required major courses, so they work best as a supplement rather than your home base. Since specifics vary by program, meet with a counselor to plan your exact course sequence.
Goal
Career or TransferLength
1-2 yearsFlexibility
- Online
Associate Degree or Certificate of Achievement in Fire Technology
The Fire Technology program provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a career in fire science, offering a broad foundation in building inspection, fire prevention, and both municipal and wildland firefighting. With additional GE graduates can attain an Associate Degree, which serves as preparation for employment as a firefighter, building inspector, or fire prevention specialist, and is also a strong foundation for further study or specialized training in the field. Students may also choose to complete the 20-week Firefighter I Academy (see Public Safety Education & Training Center).
Flexibility
Across this Fire Technology cluster, Online coverage is strong but not identical: the Certificate fully covers its coursework online, while the AS Degree requires at least one course in person, so full-remote plans work better for the Certificate than the Degree. In both cases, no single campus—Main Campus, Chico Center, or Glenn Center—covers everything alone, so in-person students should expect to combine locations. General education courses for the Degree offer the most flexibility, available at any center or online. Let's build a term-by-term plan together to make sure required courses line up with actual offerings.
Goal
CareerLength
1 semesterFlexibility
- Online
Certificate of Completion in BASIC 32
(Not Eligible for Financial Aid) Student will gain fundamental knowledge of the factors affecting wildland fire behavior, control prevention, and firefighter safety for entry-level employment with a federal agency wildland firefighting crew.
Flexibility
The program in this cluster can be completed fully online, so you're not tied to any particular campus. Main Campus, Chico Center, and Glenn Center offer general education courses in person, but the required major coursework must still be completed online. A counselor can help you map out a schedule that fits your needs.
Department Contacts
Office: AHPS 144
Department phone: (530) 895-2402
Contact phone: (530) 895-2933
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