Entry-Level Firefighter Certificate
Entry Time
Fall or Summer
Award
Certificate
3 terms
The Entry-Level Firefighter Certificate introduces students to the basics of fire and emergency services. Upon completion of this certificate, students have the opportunity to earn the Firefighter 1 credential through the Fire Service Training Bureau, as well as become a licensed EMT.
This certificate is eligible for state and federal financial aid.
Certificate Requirements
| Term 1 | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| FIR-213 | Principles of Emergency Svcs | 3 |
| FIR-124 | Building Construction | 3 |
| FIR-127 | Fire Behavior and Combustion | 3 |
| Term Totals: | 9 | |
| Term 2 | ||
| FIR-150 | Fire Detection/Suppression Sys | 3 |
| FIR-199 | Firefighter I | 8 |
| Term Totals: | 11 | |
| Term 3 | ||
| EMS-255 | EMT I | 4 |
| EMS-350 | EMT II | 3.50 |
| EMS-365 | EMT II Clinical | 1 |
| Term Totals: | 8.5 | |
| Program Totals: | 28.5 | |