This certificate is designed for students intending to apply for an entry-level firefighter position. Courses introduce students to the roles and functions of public and private fire departments and career opportunities. Topics include hazardous materials, emergency medical techniques, and physical fitness. Speaking, writing, and math skills are also stressed.
| Required Courses: (30 credits) | Credits | |
| COM100 | Introduction to Human Communication (3) or | |
| COM110 | Interpersonal Communication (3) or | |
| COM225 | Public Speaking (3) or | |
| COM230 | Small Group Communication (3) | 3 |
| + CRE101 | Critical and Evaluative Reading I (3) or | |
| + CRE111 | Critical Reading for Business and Industry (3) | 3 |
| + ENG101 | First Year Composition | 3 |
| + FSC/EMT104 | Basic Emergency Medical Technology | 8 |
| + EMT238 | Vehicular Extrication and Patient Stabilization | 2 |
| + MAT122 | Intermediate Algebra Accelerated (3) or | |
| Equivalent | 3 | |
| + FSC105 | Hazardous Materials/First Responder | 3 |
| + FSC106 | Introduction to Fire Protection | 3 |
| FSC134 | Fitness and Conditioning for Firefighters | 3 |