State CIP Code 0743020304

Firefighters are trained to extinguish and control fires in response to situations where property, life, or the environment is in danger.  At the scene of an emergency, firefighters perform tasks assigned by their commanding officer.  Depending on the situation, they may need to provide medical attention, break through debris, operate fire hoses, or enter a burning building.  Firefighters are often first responders to car accidents, heart attack scenes, and other medical emergencies that do not involve fire. 

The Firefighting Certificate program is one (1) semester that consists of two classes: Fire Basic I and II. 

Selective Program Admissions

Certain programs are labeled as “selective” and require applicants to fulfill additional requirements before being accepted. Furthermore, there may be a limited number of available seats in the program. Please review the additional criteria provided below and visit the program’s website for any further information.

Applicants to this program must meet other applicable Admission criteria. Prior to admission to the program, all applicants must earn a Postsecondary Education Readiness (PERT) score that demonstrates college readiness. All applicants must be 18 years of age or older.

Contact the Public Safety office at publicsafety@nwfsc.edu or (850) 729-5378 for additional information.