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2024-25 General Catalog

Fire Protection Technology, Certificate: Emphasis in Command


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C55240C 

Total credit hours: 18

The Fire Protection Technology curriculum is designed to provide individuals with technical and professional knowledge to make decisions regarding fire protection for both public and private sectors. This certificate will focus on aspects of command.

Program Requirements

Advanced Standing

The general admission requirements of the College and of the Fire Protection program apply to persons seeking admission into the Fire Protection program with advanced standing. Those applying for advanced standing must submit a copy of their transcript from NC Office of State Fire Marshal or other State certification agency for review. Other national-level courses such as those offered by the National Fire Academy may also be submitted for review. Independent Study courses will not be considered.

Credit may be granted for the following courses, dependent on the level and combination of credentials:

Certification FIP Curriculum Credit
NCOSFM Firefighter II (Other states can be reviewed) FIP 120 Introduction to Fire Protection
OSFM Fire Life Safety Educator I, II, & III FIP 124 Fire Prevention and Public Education
NC Certified Fire Investigator FIP 128 Detection & Investigation
NC Fire Inspector Level I Certification FIP 136 Inspections and Codes
NFA Chemistry of Haz Mat (Con Ed Equivalent) FIP 230 Chemistry of Haz Mat
OSFM  Fire Officer I & II (Choose one of the following)
  • FIP 240 Fire Service Supervision
  • FIP 276 Managing the Fire Service

Students will be awarded a grade of “T” and credit hours for the courses are awarded. No quality points are awarded and the grade is not included in the grade point average.

Technical Standards

In addition to Davidson-Davie requirements and course objectives, there are professional standards that encompass communication, motor skills, sensory and cognitive ability, and professional conduct that are essential for the competent study and practice of Fire Protection Technology. These technical standards are published in the program student handbook. Fire Protection Technical Standards (PDF opens in new window)  

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