Program Overview

Fire Prevention Officer Certificate

Program Overview

The Fire Prevention Officer Certificate program is designed for industry professionals who want to enhance their skillset and advance their career in fire prevention. The program is recognized by the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) and the ProBoard.

Program Details

Program Format

The program consists of 22 courses, totaling 30 credits. Courses are offered either online or in a classroom.

Program Strengths

• Most courses in this program are accredited by IFSAC and ProBoard, and are designed to meet the competencies and training established by the National Fire Protection Association for fire prevention inspectors, investigators, and public fire education.

What You Need to Graduate

Students who successfully complete all the courses will receive the Fire Prevention Officer Certificate.

Tuition & Fees

• Tuition for each course is paid at the time of registration.
• Program Application Fee (non-refundable): $75 (Domestic), $150 (International)
• Textbooks: Textbooks are required for this program.

Courses in This Program

• EMRG-1121 Hazard, Risk and Vulnerability Analyses (HRVA)
• EMRG-1200 Incident Command System 100
• EMRG-1220 Incident Command System 200
• EMRG-1334 Information Officer
• FIRE-1210 Fire Inspector I
• FIRE-1265 BC Fire Code
• FIRE-1270 Fire Cause & Origin I
• FIRE-1275 Fire Cause & Origin II
• FIRE-1280 Fire Cause & Origin III
• FIRE-1206 Fire & Life Safety Educator 1
• FIRE-1209 Youth Firesetter Intervention Specialist
• FIRE-1203 Fire Service Instructor I
• FIRE-1204 Fire Service Instructor II
• FIRE-1100 Fire Service Administration I
• FIRE-1113 Frontline Leadership in the Fire Service I
• FIRE-1120 Fire Service Administration II
• FIRE-1123 Frontline Leadership in the Fire Service II
• FIRE-1130 Budget Management
• FIRE-1133 Community & Organizational Leadership I
• FIRE-1134 Planning & Evaluation I
• FIRE-1143 Community Organizational Leadership II
• FIRE-1131 Leading People I

Outcomes

• Function effectively as a Fire Prevention Officer within a fire department or fire safety team.
• Provide strong leadership in a fire prevention role or in an entire division.
• Perform fire inspections, investigations, education, and training.
• Plan and manage fire department resources – personnel, financial, and equipment.
• Prepare written reports and communications.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate fire department training and prevention programs.

Who Should Take This Program

This program is designed for self-paced adult learners who want to pursue fire prevention training. It is primarily open to students who are employed by a fire department, law enforcement agency, and insurance or investigation company.