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Emergency and Fire Management Certificate (C55480FP)

This curriculum is available to eligible high school students through the Career and College Promise Program.

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First Fall Semester

1st 8 Weeks

FIP 120

<div id="wpr114" class="layout-item-wrapper main-content small-banner"> <div id="content" class="center-page pad-lr clearfix top30 layout-item-row content dada4" role="main"> <div id="lp3b" class="cell clearfix width-5-8 layout-item-loop"> <div id="post-68016" class="post-68016 course type-course status-publish hentry post-seq-1 odd clearfix"> This course provides an overview of the development, methods, systems and regulations that apply to the fire protection field. Topics include history, evolution, statistics, suppression, organizations, careers, curriculum, and related subjects. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a broad understanding of the fire protection field. </div> </div> </div> </div>

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EPT 150

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Credit: 6

2nd 8 Weeks

EPT 150

<div id="wpr114" class="layout-item-wrapper main-content small-banner"> <div id="content" class="center-page pad-lr clearfix top30 layout-item-row content dada4" role="main"> <div id="lp3b" class="cell clearfix width-5-8 layout-item-loop"> <div id="post-35182" class="post-35182 course type-course status-publish hentry discipline-ept post-seq-1 odd clearfix"> This course introduces the National Incident Management System (NIMS).  Topics include integrating command and control systems, maintaining communication within command and control systems, and using NIMS procedures.  Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of key concepts necessary for operating within the National Incident Management System. </div> </div> </div> </div>

Credit: 3
Semester Total 9
First Spring Semester

Building Construction

This course covers the principles and practices reference in NFPA standard 220 related to various types of building construction, including residential and commercial, as impacted by fire conditions. Topics include types of construction and related elements, fire resistive aspects of construction materials, building codes, collapse, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to understand and recognize various types of construction and their positive or negative aspects as related to fire conditions.

FIP 132

Length: 3
Credits: 3
Lecture: 3

Fire Officer I & II

This course covers the knowledge, skills, and requirements referenced in the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standard 1021 for Fire Officer I and II training. Topics include officer roles and responsibilities, budgets, fire cause determination, inspections, education, leadership, management, public relations, and other requirements included in the NFPA standard. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of relevant NFPA standards as required for state Fire Officer I and II certification.

FIP 226

Length: 4
Credits: 4
Lecture: 4
Semester Total 7
Total Program Credit 16

SALARY POTENTIAL

Entry-Level Roles

$40,000 – $55,000/year

Solid starting point with high potential for growth into specialized roles. Excellent for gaining foundational experience.

Moderate demand

93% of graduates find work within 6 months

Mid-Level Roles

$65,000 – $85,000/year

Strong progression path with options in corporate finance, public accounting, or government. Certifications (e.g., CPA, CFA) enhance mobility.

High demand

96% employed within 3–6 months post-certification.

Specialist Roles

$100,000 – $180,000+/year

Leadership and strategic roles with influence on business decisions. High long-term stability and career satisfaction.

Very high demand

97% with strong job security and lateral mobility.

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