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Fire Science - CERT C

This program is designed to prepare the student for employment in fire service in either public or private sectors. If students plan to continue their education at a four-year school, this curriculum will be deficient in certain academic areas. Therefore, students interested in completing a baccalaureate degree should work closely with their advisors.

Careers

Firefighters may be called upon to put out a fire, treat injuries, or perform other vital functions. Frequently the first to respond to emergencies, most firefighters are trained in emergency medical procedures. Firefighters work in a variety of settings, including urban, suburban, industrial, and forests and grasslands. Firefighting training and tactics vary depending upon the environment.

Program Outcomes

  1. Demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform firefighting duties.
  2. Demonstrate the knowledge, skills and ability to perform firefighting safety practices.
  3. Describe common fire service employment requirements and the hiring processes for a firefighter.
  4. Demonstrate communication and interpersonal skills when dealing with emergency service personnel and members of the general public.
  5. Think critically and make reasonable judgments by acquiring, analyzing, combining, and evaluating quantitative and non-quantitative information in order to adequately fulfill the role of a firefighter.
  6. Recognize accepted ethical standards expected of public emergency services.

Accreditation

Hutchinson Community College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Contact Details

Public Safety
Dept05@hutchcc.edu
620-728-4460
1-888-GO-HUTCH ext. 4460

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