Public safety is always in demand
Coursework
Our comprehensive coursework immerses students in various aspects of fire protection. Acquire technical and administrative skills, including hydraulics, hazardous materials, fire investigation, fire safety education, fire supervision and management, law, and codes.
Courses are 8-weeks in length. This gives students more flexibilty in course scheduling.
Suggested Course Schedule
Can be completed 100% online!
Fall Semester I
ACA 111 College Student Success
ENG 111 Writing and Inquiry
FIP 120 Introduction to Fire Protection*
FIP 124 Fire Prevention and Public Education*
FIP 152 Fire Protection Law
The demand for public safety professionals is expected to increase by 8 percent from 2022 to 2030, surpassing the average growth rate across all occupations.
Rewarding employment prospects await you within fire departments, emergency management organizations, governmental agencies, industrial firms, private industries, insurance organizations, educational institutions, and self-employment ventures.
While there is a suggested course schedule, students have the ability to take courses that are suited to their individual needs.
Questions?
Contact Joel Davis Director, Fire Protection Technology
336-334-4822, ext. 50616 jbdavis7@gtcc.edu
Semester credit hours: 13
Spring Semester I
ENG 112 Writing/Research in the Disciplines
FIP 132 Building Construction*
FIP 136 Inspections and Codes
FIP 146 Fire Protection Systems
Semester credit hours: 13
Summer Semester I
PHI 240 Introduction to Ethics
PSY 150 General Psychology
Semester credit hours: 6
Fall Semester II
FIP 128 Detection and Investigation
FIP 220 Fire Fighting Strategies*
FIP 228 Local Government Finances
FIP 276 Managing Fire Services
MAT 143 Quantitative Literacy
Semester credit hours: 15
Spring Semester II
EPT 140 Emergency Management*
FIP 221 Advanced Fire Fighting Strategies
FIP 230 Chemistry of Hazardous Materials
FIP 232 Hydraulic Water Distribution
FIP 240 Fire Service Supervision
Semester credit hours: 17
Required credit hours: 64
* Courses for the Fire Protection Technology Program
Advanced Standing credit available
Join the Fire Protection Technology Program!
The Fire Protection Technology curriculum is designed to provide individuals with the technical and professional knowledge necessary to make decisions regarding fire protection for both public and private sectors. It also provides a sound foundation for continuous higher learning in fire protection, administration, and management.
Qualify for employment or advancement in municipal fire departments, governmental agencies, industrial firms, insurance rating organizations, and educational organizations. Employed persons will have opportunities for skilled and supervisory positions within their current organizations.
Advanced standing
Students that enroll in the program are eligible to receive credit for curriculum courses based on qualified professional certifications. This rewards students for prior experience in the profession.
Scholarship opportunities are available to Fire Protection Technology students.
Accredited by IFSAC (International Fire Services Accreditation Congress)
Degree Checklist: Fire Protection Technology
Apply to GTCC online at gtcc.edu/apply.
Complete NC Residency Determination.
Apply for financial aid at fafsa.gov. GTCC’s school code is 004838.
Apply for available Fire Protection Technology Scholarships through GTCC.
Send official high school and previous college transcripts to:
GTCC Admissions
P.O. Box 309
Jamestown, NC 27282
Satisfy placement test requirements.
Activate GTCC student account.
Complete orientation.
Sign up for advising.
Prepare to begin in the fall semester.
Get ready to jump start your career!
Learn more
Division of the Human Service and Public Safety Department