Firefighter EMT FEMT.S.STC

Short-term Technical Certificate - 19 Credit Hours

Division: Business and Public Services
Department: Fire Science Technology
Effective as of Fall 2018

What is the program about?

This program provides training as outlined by the Ohio Division of Emergency Medical Services (state accrediting body) for Firefighter I, Firefighter II and Emergency Medical Technician. Sinclair Community College complies with all requirements as outlined by the Ohio Division of Emergency Medical Services. Successful students will be eligible to sit for state certification testing and eventually be eligible to become licensed/certified as a Firefighter I, Firefighter II, and EMT.

Program Outcomes

• Demonstrate fire protection and suppression skills in addition to rescue techniques.
• Demonstrate teamwork, cooperation, and professionalism needed to deal effectively with FST and EMT incidents.
• Demonstrate entry-level competency in the cognitive dome of EMT and FST education.

Career Opportunities

Students completing this program will find career opportunities in fire departments, private EMS agencies, and hospitals.

Prerequisites

• Approval of Department

Credentials

Students will be certified as Firefighter I and II by the state of Ohio in addition to receiving their EMT credential.