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Fire Protection Technician
About the Program
| 70-credit associate of applied science degree Fire Protection Informational Video: As a firefighter, the student will be committed to protecting life, property and the environment through fire fighting and fire prevention activities. WCTC is designated as a Regional Fire Training Center and offers all levels of Wisconsin Firefighter Certification training. The college also boasts state-of-the-art training facilities, equipment and veteran firefighter instructors. An Associate of Applied Science degree or a minimum of 60 college credits is becoming a requirement for full-time employment at many fire stations and is often a minimum requirement for promotion through the ranks. This degree program is designed to prepare students for a fire service career by providing education in areas pertinent to firefighters, Emergency Medical Technicians, and company officers. (This education includes activities related to fire suppression, fire prevention, hazardous materials, emergency medicine, and disaster planning, to name a few). The degree also provides the foundation for further education if the student desires to become a staff officer and pursue a Bachelor Degree from a four-year institution. The Fire Protection Technician program is a shared program with Gateway Technical College (GTC). While many fire-related courses require registration with GTC, all courses are offered at WCTC (either through distance learning, interactive television, advanced standing, or a traditional classroom format). Upon program completion, the degree will be awarded by GTC. Students may still elect to participate in WCTC’s graduation ceremony. |
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