Overview and Award Outcomes
Overview
The Professional Firefighter diploma is designed to provide students an academic path of study to progress in their chosen field. This award expands on the initial firefighter training with apparatus operations and Emergency Medical Technician. By integrating the fire science component students will examine how to improve themselves, their organization, and their communities through topics such as health and safety, fire prevention, building construction, and fire protection systems. Students will also have the opportunity to learn more about the history and culture of the fire service including where it came from, when and how it has changed, why it changed, and where it is going.
Award Outcomes
Identify the dangers associated with various emergency situations and apply the proper safety procedures for responders and the public
Demonstrate firefighting and hazardous materials response skills
Utilize personnel, apparatus, equipment, and extinguishing agents on the fire ground
Apply knowledge of hydraulic principles for water supply and fire suppression
Identify and differentiate the various forms and stages of fire and correlate appropriate prevention, mitigation, and response strategies
Describe the legal and regulatory duties and responsibilities of the fire department as a public organization
Interpret professionally recognized standards, rules, and behaviors and apply them to fire department operations
Function as an emergency medical technician at emergency scenes and integrate with other medical providers as part of the larger emergency medical services system
Career Opportunities
Students who complete this diploma will have the knowledge and skills necessary to serve as a lead firefighter, apparatus operator, and apply for promotional opportunities.
Semester Sequence
Offered at Eden Prairie Only
Third Semester
| FRPT1137 | Introduction to Fire and Emergency Services | 3 |
| FRPT1156 | Fire Protection Systems | 3 |
| FRPT1161 | Building Construction for Emergency Services | 3 |
| FRPT1260 | Fire Behavior and Combustion | 3 |
| FRPT1265 | Principles of Emergency Services Safety and Survival | 3 |
| FRPT1285 | Fire Protection Hydraulics and Water Supply | 2 |
Graduation (47 Credits)
Semester listings reflect the recommended sequence. Due to circumstances beyond our control, the information herein is subject to change without notice.
1/6/2025 : BP / EP 7431