Fire Protection Technician - Milwaukee Area Technical College

Fire Protection Technician from Milwaukee Area Technical College is a Campus Associate Fire Systems Technology degree that prepares you for a Fire Protection career. Overview ? The Fire Protection Technician associate degree program prepares students for employment in the fire service and/or for fire-related duties within private industry. The objectives of the program are twofold: to instruct qualified high school graduates who are seeking a career in the fire service, and to update firefighters and officers on changes within the fire service. Students will have the opportunity to obtain four Wisconsin certifications, which exceeds most entry-level firefighter requirements and will prepare them for career advancement. In addition, successful completion of the Hazardous Materials course (FIRE-152) awards an MATC Hazardous Materials certification. Students also are given the opportunity to practice interviewing techniques, develop a resume, and take a candidate physical agility test (CPAT), which is recognized as the minimum physical standard for entry into most departments. Core abilities include the ability to work under stress, communicate effectively, collaborate with others, respect diversity, demonstrate responsibility, think critically and utilize technology . Career Outlook ? Fire technology is becoming more complex, and the challenges and responsibilities that a firefighter assumes are becoming increasingly demanding. Therefore, well-trained and educated firefighters are being sought by public and private concerns alike. Providing that a candidate can pass the required medical, physical and written tests, a typical program graduate exceeds entry-level firefighter requirements and is better prepared for career advancement through competitive examination. Opportunities also are available within private industry. Program Learning Outcomes ? Employers expect you as a program graduate to be able to: Apply skills to identify and solve firefighting problems Apply tactics and strategies to emergency fire incidents Utilize fire protective equipment Demonstrate fire safety procedures Determine causes of fires Demonstrate knowledge of arson investigation procedures Respond to emergencies related to hazardous materials Demonstrate ability to function as a member of a team Demonstrate physical fitness and health consciousness Possible Careers: Firefighter EMT Industrial Fire Prevention Industrial Safety View more details on Milwaukee Area Technical College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Fire Systems Technology courses.