Cert in Fire Protection

Students in this technical diploma train in person at a local fire department that has a burn building, and take courses in building construction, fire behavior and fire certification at the HERO Center. Joining the Fire Student Organization lets learners network and gain professional experience through fundraisers, visits to fire museums, and state and national conferences and seminars. The Fire Science program is offered at: HERO Center. It totals 25 credits, with admission in Fall and Spring. Financial aid eligibility and estimated costs are listed on the program page. The college groups related programs into career pathways, so students may begin with a certificate, diploma or degree and build toward further credentials. Credit for prior learning from high school, earlier college, work or military experience may be available, and graduates can continue their studies or transfer to a four-year institution.