The need for professional firefighters in our region is strong, yet the interest is waning. Employment of firefighters is projected to grow 4 percent from 2021 to 2031, about as fast as the average for all occupations. Recently, SUNY CCC has been approached by the Corning Joint Fire District (CJFD) with a request to collaborate on the development of a pipeline to the field of Fire Protection Technology. This micro-credential is a result of this collaboration. The curriculum is endorsed by the New York State Office of Fire Protection and Control (OFPC).
This micro-credential will prepare the student to initiate interior fire attack while understanding hose advancement, air consumption, and tactical skills such as forcible entry and ventilation skills. The student will be prepared to complete search and rescue for victims and practice self-rescue in survival situations. Students will also experience vehicle fire extinguishment as well as hazardous material understanding.
Stackable to Degree Program
This micro-credential is designed to be taken second after the first (BEFO) in a series of 5; all coursework is designed to fit in the Directed Studies AAS program. This micro-credential is 6 credits.