Firefighter / Transition Departmental Certificate
This program is available at the Bellefontaine and Springfield - Leffel Lane locations.This course is available as a direct delivery outreach offering as requested.
This 120 hour course builds on the awareness level of the 36-hour Volunteer Firefighter course.
Objectives
- CEVO - Certified Emergency Vehicle Operator certification with documented 8 hours of hands-on driving skills
- Hazardous Materials Operations level certificate
- Interior live fire training
- Vehicle extrication training
- Advanced PPE/SCBA training
- Ventilation and tools
- Rope use and care
- Salvage and overhaul
- Ground ladders
- 16 Life Safety Initiatives
Outcomes and Curriculum
This course transitions the basic 36 hour Volunteer Firefighter to a NFPA 1001 Level 1 Firefighter. The course prepares the firefighter to:
- Operate inside burning structures.
- Safely place and climb ground ladders
- Determine need and apply sound ventilation practices.
- Gain skills in incident command and basic first aid.
Academic Preparation
Prerequisites
Students must already have their 36-hour Volunteer Firefighter certification, NIMS 100 and 700, and have a valid driver's license.
Academic Requirements
To successfully complete the Firefighter/Transition Departmental Certificate students must achieve 78% overall course average, successfully pass the Ohio Department of Public Safety exam with a minimum of 70%, and pass all Pro Board Accredited skill stations.
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Jeremy Linn Fire Training Coordinator