Fire Service Preparation - Northland Community and Technical College

Fire Service Preparation from Northland Community and Technical College is a Campus Certificate Fire Fighting degree that prepares you for a Fire Protection career. Program Description The Fire Service Preparation certificate program provides an opportunity for students to obtain basic instruction in firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical care. The program meets the minimum entry-level requirements for most fire departments around the country. This certificate consists mostly of technical coursework and three credits of general education, providing for a focus of technical hands-on training to enable the student to become familiar with the entry-level aspects of the fire service. Employment Opportunities Nationwide demand exists for students wanting to become professional fire fighters. Typically job titles will be as a starting fire fighter with a municipal fire department, but in some cases industry or other governmental institutions will hire graduates with these capabilities. Program Learner Outcomes 1. Student will perform professional firefighting skills as outlined in the National Fire Protection Association standards. 2. Student will Execute Emergency Medical Technician-Basic skills as identified by Department of Transportation. 3. Student will demonstrate effective, professional internal and external (written and oral) communication skills required of the firefighting industry. 4. Student will operate and maintain fire apparatus and fire equipment properly as outlined in the National Fire Protection Association standards. 5. Student will demonstrate professional characteristics, behaviors, and attitudes as expected in the firefighting field. View more details on Northland Community and Technical College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Fire Fighting courses.