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Fire Science - Technical Diploma
Program Code : 305035
Prepare for your future in firefighting with this two-semester program . You will learn basic fire behavior , techniques used to control structural and related fire emergencies , and life safety practices . Program grads will be prepared for paid on-call / volunteer firefighting positions . Career firefighters will need licensure in Wisconsin-approved Emergency Medical Technician and Paramedic programs . This technical diploma program ladders into the Fire Medic associate degree program .
Delivery
Day Full-time
Program Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition : $ 4,079 , Books : $ 358 , Supplies : $ 45 Total Approximate Costs $ 4,482
This program is eligible for financial aid . ( https :// www . nwtc . edu / admissions-and-aid / paying-for-college )
Estimates based on in-state residency . Learn more about tuition and fees . ( https :// www . nwtc . edu / admissions-and-aid / paying-for-college / tuition-and-fees )
Requirements for Program Entry
Apply at www . nwtc . edu / apply Submit the following : High school transcript ( or GED / HSED transcript ) and / or College transcript . If your cumulative GPA is below 2.6 , complete or submit a placement evaluation .
Complete these prerequisite requirements ( unless already completed ): Caregiver background check . Valid driver ’ s license and eligible to drive college vehicles under the college ’ s insurance carrier .
Ability to walk , stand , lift , carry and balance at times , in excess of 125 pounds .
Tip ! Our admission advisors will assist you through every step . Have questions ? Connect with NWTC Admissions at start @ nwtc . edu or 920-498-5444 .
Program Outcomes
Prepare for incident response and Fire operations .
Curriculum
Students following the study plan below will complete the Fire Science Technical Diploma in the number of semesters shown .
First Semester 8 Week 1 10890101 - College 101 1 10503153 - Hazardous Material Operations 1 10531102 - Emergency Medical Technician 5
8 Week 2 10503142 - Fire Fighting Principles 4
Semester Total 11
Second Semester 8 Week 1 10503194 - Fire Protection Hydraulics 3 10804113 - College Technical Math 1A 3 10503143 - Bldg Const for Fire Protection 3
8 Week 2 10503730 - Firefighter-Level 2 2
Semester Total 11
Total Credits 22
Curriculum Note : Students must earn a “ C ” or higher in all 10-503-XXX courses . A student who withdraws or receives a grade lower than a “ C ” in a program course may apply for re-entry into the program .
The credit for 10-890-101 , College 101 is an institutional requirement for graduation . Consequently , it is not part of the program credit requirements , but must be passed with a " C ".
Successful program completion prepares and entitles the student to take the state certification examination . A graduate is licensed only after successful completion of the certification examination and application for a state certification . State Certification must be obtained within 2 years of course completion .
Graduates of the Fire Science technical diploma who complete their coursework with a " C " or higher in any 10- 503-XXX courses and meet the program benchmark scores for the Fire Medic program , may qualify for advanced standing within the Fire Medic Associate Degree program .
It is recommended to complete EMT A & EMT B during the summer before the first semester .
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