Fire Protection Technician/Fire Service Certification
Fire Protection Technician/Fire Service Certification
Program Number: 10-503-2
- Two-year Associate Degree program
- Protective Services Program Cluster
- Center for Human and Protective Services
- Program offered at the following campuses:
- For information call: (608) 246-6911
About the Program
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The constant changes and growing complexities of modern living and the environment are creating a demand for college-trained people in the fire-service field. Opportunities for graduates exist with municipal fire departments, insurance and government agencies, and in the field of industrial safety. This program of study is designed to meet the needs of personnel currently employed in fire service positions and those desiring preparation for employment. Classes should be taken in the sequence listed.
Program outcomes state what a graduate needs to be able to do with the essential knowledge, attitudes, skills, and behaviors acquired in a specific MATC program. The program outcomes communicate expectations to students, as well as other academic institutions and potential employers. The identification and assessment of program outcomes support MATC's efforts in documenting student learning and provide a context for the faculty's academic planning.
Admissions Requirements for All Applications Submitted for the Current Academic Year
High school diploma, HSED or GED with a grade point average of 2.0 or equivalent or satisfactory completion of 12 college credits. Students should also have one year of high school algebra and one year of high school science.
Unique Requirements for Graduation
Students must achieve at least a 2.0 (C) grade in all program core courses and an overall 2.0 (C) GPA.
 Career Potential
- Firefighter
- Fire Protection Technician
- Fire Protection Systems Installer
- Industrial Safety Technician
- Property Risk Management Specialist
With additional education and/or work experience, graduates may find employment as:
- Fire Protection Consultant
- Fire Protection Equipment Sales Manager
- Industrial Safety Manager
- Municipal Safety Manager
- Property Loss/Risk Management Supervisor
- Fire Investigator
- Fire Marshal
- Fire Inspector
- Fire Officer
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