Program Information
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Location: Oak Creek Campus
- Pathway: Community & Human Services
- Program Code: 10-503-2
- Offering: In-class
- Degree Type: 2-Year Degree (Associate)
- Start Dates: August/January
About the Fire Protection Technician Degree
DESCRIPTION
This program prepares you for employment in the fire service and for fire-related duties within private industry. The program also instructs current firefighters and officers on changes within the fire service. Students will have the opportunity to obtain three Wisconsin fire certifications.
As fire technology becomes more complex, the responsibilities and challenges a firefighter assumes are increasingly demanding. Therefore, well-trained and educated firefighters are sought by public and private entities.
You can earn the Emergency Medical Technician technical diploma on the way to completing this associate degree.
Additional program details: Core abilities include the ability to work under stress, communicate effectively, collaborate with others, respect diversity, demonstrate responsibility, think critically and utilize technology. Also important for success in the program are a good mechanical aptitude and excellent physical condition with no restrictions.
Students are given the opportunity to practice oral interviewing techniques, develop a résumé and take a candidate physical agility test (CPAT), which is recognized as the minimum physical standard for entry into most departments.
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Emergency Medical Technician
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Emergency Medical Technician – Paramedic
Become an integral member of a pre-hospital emergency care team, providing medical intervention to the ill or injured and continuing that care during transport to a medical facility. You will learn advanced-level prehospital care and techniques as performed by ambulance service providers.
Detailed Program Information
2020-21 Curriculum
| Semester | Course | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| (1) | ENG-195 | Written Communication (or) ENG-201 English 1 ‡ |
3 |
| (1) | FIRE-143 | Building Construction for Fire Protection | 3 |
| (1) | FIRE-191 | Principles of Emergency Services | 2 |
| (1) | FIRE-192 | Principles of Emergency Services Safety and Survival | 3 |
| (1) | FIRE-193 | Fire Protection Systems | 3 |
| (2) | ENG-196 | Oral/Interpersonal Communication (or) Any 200-level ENG or SPEECH course |
3 |
| (2) | FIRE-142 | Firefighting Principles | 4 |
| (2) | FIRE-153 | Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations | 1 |
| (2) | FIRE-156 | Strategies, Tactics and Incident Management ‡ | 3 |
| (2) | NATSCI-177 | General Anatomy and Physiology ‡ | 4 |
| (3) | EMS-192 | EMT ^ | 5 |
| (3) | FIRE-114 | Employability Skills ‡ | 3 |
| (3) | FIRE-144 | Advanced Firefighting Principles ‡ | 2 |
| (3) | FIRE-194 | Fire Protection Hydraulics ‡ | 3 |
| (3) | SOCSCI-172 | Introduction to Diversity Studies (or) SOCSCI-217 Valuing Diversity |
3 |
| (4) | FIRE-151 | Fire Prevention ‡ | 4 |
| (4) | FIRE-154 | Hazardous Materials Chemistry ‡ | 2 |
| (4) | FIRE-157 | Fire Investigation ‡ | 3 |
| (4) | FIRE-195 | Fire Behavior and Combustion | 3 |
| (4) | PSYCH-199 | Psychology of Human Relations (or) Any 200-level PSYCH course |
3 |
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TOTAL CREDITS |
60 |
( ) Semester order for full-time students.
‡ Prerequisite required.
^ Counts toward earning the Emergency Medical Technician technical diploma.
Program curriculum requirements are subject to change.
This Associate in Applied Science program will transfer to one or more four-year institutions.
Current MATC students should consult their Academic Program Plan for specific curriculum requirements.
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2020-2021 Program Card
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Program Outcomes
- Demonstrate professional conduct by displaying personal code of ethics, positive work ethics, flexibility, teamwork skills, physical fitness, safe procedures, and sensitivity to diverse cultures and individuals
- Perform fire prevention activities including preplanning, public education, inspection, and investigation
- Apply incident management skills to emergency incidents
- Meet professional fire and EMS credentialing standards
- Communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and through written documentation with clients, coworkers, other agencies, and supervisors
- Apply critical thinking skills to both emergency and non-emergency situations
Career Outlook
Providing that a candidate can pass the required medical, physical and written tests, a typical program graduate exceeds entry-level firefighter requirements and is better prepared for career advancement through competitive examination. Opportunities also are available within private industry.
Possible Careers
FirefighterEmergency Medical Technician
Industrial Fire Prevention
Industrial Safety
Admission Requirements
- Age 17 and older
- Students entering the program must have an official high school or GED/HSED transcript
- Background check and medical exam
One year of high school-level chemistry (minimum grade C) is recommended.
Note – Each student enrolled in the Fire Protection Technician degree program will be required to take classes for which a State of Wisconsin criminal and driving background check and specific immunization(s) will be required at the student’s expense. Failure to successfully meet these requirements will preclude the student from being able to fulfill the requirements of the Fire Protection Technician associate degree.
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