Department Chair
2204 Hull Rd., Fayetteville, NC 28303
Academic Advisor
2201 Hull Rd., Fayetteville, NC 28303
Accreditation
The Fire Protection Technology Program at Fayetteville Technical Community College is accredited by:
Fire and Emergency Service Higher Education (FESHE)
US Fire Administration
16825 S. Seton Avenue
Emmitsburg, MD 21727
Telephone: 800-238-3358 or 301-447-1000
The Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) Recognition Certificate is an acknowledgement that a collegiate emergency services degree program meets the minimum standards of excellence established by FESHE professional Development committees and the National Fire Academy (NFA).
What to Expect:
Course Work
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. It also provides a sound foundation for continuous higher learning in fire protection, administration, and management.
Course work includes classroom and laboratory exercises to introduce the student to various aspects of fire protection. Students will learn technical and administrative skills such as hydraulics, hazardous materials, arson investigation, fire protection safety, fire suppression management, law, and codes.
Additional Information
Career Paths
Graduates should qualify for employment or advancement in:
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Educational Organizations
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Governmental Agencies
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Industrial Firms
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Insurance Rating Organizations
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Municipal Fire Departments
Employed persons should have opportunities for skilled and supervisory-level positions within their current organizations.
Fact Sheet for Fire Protection Technology’s Associate, Diploma & Certificate Programs
Would you like to enroll? Contact an Admissions Counselor for assistance or Apply Now!
Associate Degree
Fire Protection Technology (A55240)
Program Length: 5 Semesters
Prerequisite: High School Diploma & Placement Test Equivalent
Award: Associate in Applied Science
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Certificates
Fire Protection Technology Certificate (C55240C1)
Program Length: 2 Semesters
Prerequisite: High School Diploma & Placement Test Equivalent
Award: Certificate
Fire Service Management Certificate (C55240C3)
Program Length: 2 Semesters
Prerequisite: High School Diploma, FIP-220, Placement Test Equivalent
Award: Certificate
Fundamentals of Arson Certificate (C55240C2)
Program Length: 2 Semesters
Prerequisite: High School Diploma & Placement Test Equivalent
Award: Certificate
High School Connections
Fire Protection Technology Certificate (C55240H1)
Program Length: 2 Semesters
Prerequisite: Placement Test Equivalent
Award: Certificate
Fundamentals of Arson Certificate (C55240H2)
Program Length: 2 Semesters
Prerequisite: Placement Test Equivalent
Award: Certificate
Corporate & Continuing Education's Fire Training Program
FTCC’s Corporate & Continuing Education Fire Training Program offers a number of certification courses that will allow fire fighters to keep their certifications current and their skills up to date. Some of the classes include but are not limited to Fire Inspector I & II, All Technical Rescuer courses, Driver Operator, Fire Inspection, National Fire Academy classes, and the IFSTA Airport certification course.
Classes are conveniently made available in daytime and evening schedules for fire academy certification courses. Contact us today as we are here to help you reach your educational goals!
You must be affiliated with a recognized Fire Department, have the appropriate training verification letter from your training office or Chief, and have appropriate Personnel Protective Equipment for admittance into any Fire related course prior to its registration and start date.
Fire/Rescue Coordinator: Stephen Drew
Email: drews@faytechcc.edu
Phone: 910-433-1566