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Fire Service Certification

Program Overview

The Fire Academy includes 200 hours of firefighting training that prepares you for the State of Wisconsin Firefighter 1 and Firefighter 2 certification examinations. Successful completion of both the Fire Academy and the EMT program will provide you with a diploma in Fire Service Certification.

Program Details

• Students in the Fire Academy can attend part-time.
• Academy classes are three days a week during the day.
• Fire Service Certification classes may be offered at these Madison College campuses:
  • Madison - Truax
• The Fire Recruit Academy prepares you to test for International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) certification.

Accreditation

The Madison College Fire 1 and Fire 2 classes are accredited by the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC).

Careers

Fire Service Certification graduates are ready for a range of professional positions in the field, including:

• Firefighter
• EMT

With additional education and/or work experience, graduates may find employment as:

• Fire Protection Technician
• Fire Protection Systems Installer
• Industrial Safety Technician
• Property Risk Management Specialist
• 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

Curriculum and Experience

Required Courses

• Fire Recruit Academy (5 credits)
• Emergency Medical Technician 1 (2 credits)
• Emergency Medical Technician 2 (3 credits)

Admission

To Apply

1. Setup your student account.
2. Submit your placement test scores or transcripts to satisfy the prerequisites.
3. Register for a Fire Academy section via your student account.
4. Register for the EMT portion by following the instructions on the admission tab on the EMT program page.

You must complete both EMT and Fire Academy to earn the diploma. You do not need to take them during the same semester.

After Enrollment

You will receive a letter with additional instructions, including equipment and book requirements.

Estimated Program Cost

$2,181.30

Estimated Time to Complete

10 Credits | Finish diploma in 1 semester

Delivery Method

100% In Person

Area of Study

Law, Protective and Human Services

Your Degree

Technical Diploma

Program Number

NA (not provided)