43 credential programs ladder toward this occupation. Median wage on completion: $92,430 · projected growth +3.4%. See full occupation profile →
Certification
Certified Fire Inspector (CFI)
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
$499 cost
Apply applicable codes and standards to inspection findings to determine compliance per AHJ policiesComplete inspection reports based on field observations in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and AHJ policiesProcess permit and plan review applications by evaluating submissions per applicable codes, standards, and AHJ proceduresEnforce permit regulations and investigate complaints to ensure violations are corrected per applicable codes and AHJ policiesExplain the code and standards modification process to address fire and life safety issues per AHJ requirementsUnderstand and present findings in legal proceedings related to field inspections and complaints per rules of evidence
Certificate
Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS)
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
$499 cost
Evaluate and document fire protection systems for code compliance and life safety requirements in new and existing buildingsInspect and analyze fire protection, life safety, and building systems to mitigate loss exposures and ensure occupant safetyAnalyze and recommend fire and life safety codes and standards for the built environmentEnsure integration of fire protection and life safety systems within buildings per applicable codes and regulationsCoordinate and oversee implementation of fire protection and life safety system designs during constructionPerform fire loss investigations to determine origin, cause, and damage using fire dynamics and analytical methods
Certificate
EMS Driver/Operator
Southern Arkansas University Tech
Associate's Degree
Entry Level Firefighter
Southwestern College (CA)
Certificate
Entry Level Firefighter
Southwestern College (CA)
Associate's Degree
FIRE SCIENCE
Chattahoochee Valley Community College
AL
Certificate
FIRE SCIENCE
Chattahoochee Valley Community College
AL
Associate's Degree
FIRE SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY
Pikes Peak State College
Short-Term Certificate
FIRE SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY
Pikes Peak State College
Certificate
Fire & Emergency Response
Southern Arkansas University Tech
Associate's Degree
Fire & Emergency Response
Southern Arkansas University Tech
Certificate
Fire Inspector
Southern Arkansas University Tech
Certificate
Fire Instructor
Southern Arkansas University Tech
Certificate
Fire Officer
Southern Arkansas University Tech
Short-Term Certificate
Fire Science
Chattahoochee Valley Community College
AL
Associate's Degree
Fire Science
Columbia College (CA)
Bachelor's Degree
Fire Science
Columbia College (SC)
Course
Fire Science I
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Explain the basic components of an emergency medical systemDemonstrate the principles of infection control and standard precautions for all patientsDescribe initial patient assessments, including vital signs, a focused historyAnalyze the different types of bleeding in patients, demonstrate methods for controlling the bleedingAssess the different types and degrees of burns and ways to treat themExplain the abbreviations and mnemonics that pertain to emergency care
Course
Fire Science II
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Explain the concepts and methods of forcible entry into a structure or componentDemonstrate forcible entry into a structure or componentApply concepts of tactical ventilation, following the policiesCompare fire control methods in various types of structuresCompare and contrast fire control methods in Class A, Class B, Class C, Class D, Class K, vehicleDemonstrate methods of fire control in all types of fires
Certificate
Fire Science Management
Southern Arkansas University Tech
Associate's Degree
Fire Science Management
Southern Arkansas University Tech
Short-Term Certificate
Fire Science Technologies
Pikes Peak State College
Long Certificate
Fire Science Technology
Southwestern College (CA)
Short-Term Certificate
Fire Science Technology
Patrick & Henry Community College
Associate's Degree
Fire Science Technology
UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ
Short-Term Certificate
Fire Sciences Administration
Chattahoochee Valley Community College
AL
Associate's Degree
Fire Service Management
Pikes Peak State College
Short-Term Certificate
Fire Services Administration
Northwest-Shoals Community College
AL
Short-Term Certificate
Fire Services Administration
Northeast Alabama Community College
AL
Short-Term Certificate
Fire Services Administration
Lawson State Community College
AL
Associate's Degree
Fire Technology
Columbia College (CA)
Certificate
Fire Technology
Glendale Community College (CA)
Certificate
Fire Technology
Columbia College (CA)
Course
Firefighting I
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Identify the basic elements of an emergency medical systemDescribe the principles of infection controlList steps for initial patient assessments, including vital signs, patient historyList common types of bleeding, methods for controlling bleeding, and treatment for shockDescribe the different types of burns and ways to treat themDefine the term mnemonics and identify the ones commonly used by emergency care providers
Course
Firefighting II
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Identify methods of forcible entry into a structure or componentExplain concepts of tactical ventilation, following the policies/procedures set forth by the authority having jurisdictiIdentify fire control methods in various types of structuresIdentify fire control methods in Class A, Class B, Class C, Class D, Class K, vehicle, and ground cover firesList concepts of loss control following the policiesIdentify methods of investigating causes and origins of fires in given scenarios
Course
Incident Command
Alabama Training Network
AL
Manage Emergency Response With Incident CommandApply ICS In Emergency ManagementComply With NIMS Requirements
Certification
Inspection and Testing of Fire Alarm Systems Level I
National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies
Plan and coordinate fire alarm system inspections and testing by determining device counts and locations, communicating with building owners and managers, applying applicable inspection requirements, and issuing notifications to relevant partiesInspect fire alarm system components including control units, power supplies, wiring and connections, initiating devices, notification appliances, and off-premises signaling equipment for compliance with applicable standardsTest functionality of fire alarm system control units, power supplies, initiating device circuits, notification appliance circuits, off-premises signaling equipment, and basic system interfaces per applicable inspection and testing requirementsMaintain fire alarm system devices by replacing batteries, identifying replacement components, and cleaning devices as needed to ensure continued system operabilityDocument and report inspection and testing findings including filing required records, issuing notifications of identified deficiencies, and confirming restoration of the fire alarm system upon completion
Certification
Inspection and Testing of Water-Based Systems Level I
National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies
Apply personal protective equipment and recognize job site safety hazards including lockout/tagout procedures, confined spaces, fall risks, and GFCI requirements during water-based fire protection system inspectionsIdentify and assess the condition of water-based system components including gauges, control valves, drain and test valves, piping, hangers, sprinklers, fire department connections, alarm devices, and fire pumpsIdentify water-based fire protection system types including wet, dry, and standpipe systems and verify water supply sources including fire pumps, tanks, and municipal connectionsVerify alarm, supervisory, and trouble signals and confirm control valve indicator positions to assess operational status of water-based fire protection systemsPrepare preliminary inspection documentation by inventorying system components and recording size, make, type, and model of sprinklers and valves under the direction of Level II or III techniciansOperate water-based system components under direct supervision including exercising control valves, testing water flow alarms, performing main drain tests, flushing hydrants, exercising hose connections, and testing electronic valve supervisory devices
Certificate
Regional Fire Academy
Southwestern College (CA)
Certification
Special Hazards Systems
National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies
Identify and inspect special hazards system types and components including detection, control, and mechanical components while verifying locations for changes and visually assessing site construction featuresInspect special hazards system agent containers, cylinders, discharge hoses, piping, and hangers for agent quantity, pressure levels, corrosion, physical damage, and hydrotest statusActivate alarm initiating devices and verify operational status of special hazards fire suppression systems during inspection and testing activitiesRepair and replace damaged wiring and mechanical system components in special hazards systems under direct supervision of a qualified technicianObtain and interpret installation information from shop drawings, architectural plans, engineering specifications, and manufacturer listings to support special hazards system installationsInstall raceways, conduit, piping, air sampling piping, and system components for special hazards suppression systems per applicable codes, standards, and specifications
Long Certificate
Verdugo Fire Academy
Glendale Community College (CA)
Certificate
Verdugo Recruit Fire Academy
Glendale Community College (CA)
Course
Wildland Firefighting and Controlled Fire
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Define the basic terminology pertaining to wildland firefightingIdentify the parts of a wildfireDefine and explain the parts of the Fire TriangleDemonstrate the ability to read and interpret a topographical mapDescribe the effects of various types of topography on wildland fire behaviorIdentify the basic types and characteristics of fuel and describe how they influence fire behavior