Fire Science Management (CRT.FSM)

The certificate program in Fire Science Management is a two year certificate that will prepare the working fire fighter for advancement in their career. This coursework meets the requirements of and is approved by Illinois State Fire Marshall's office. The fire science courses are needed prior to starting the task book for either Basic Company Fire Officer or Advanced Company Fire Officer. Fire Science Management students must be actively serving on a fire department.
FIRST YEAR
First Semester
Hours
FST-090
Basic Fire Officer

FST-090
Basic Fire Officer

This course is will prepare the current working firefighter for promotions within the department, It is an NFPA, and OFSM approved course and will prepare the student to complete the task book to obtain their Basic Company Officer Certification.

Course Outline
7.0
CIS-160
Practical Software Applications

CIS-160
Practical Software Applications

Provides an opportunity for students to learn computer concepts and to use word processing, spreadsheet, database management, and presentation software. (Repeatable 3 Times)

Course Outline
3.0

Semester Totals
10.0
Second Semester
FST-082
Fire Service Instructor I

FST-082
Fire Service Instructor I

Provides up-to-date information required to meet the modern job performance requirements for the Fire Service Instructor I as outlined by the National Fire Protection Association, relating to the Safety during the Learning Process and Instructor Management. (Repeatable 3 Times)

Course Outline
3.0
FST-080
Haz Mat Awareness and Ops

FST-080
Haz Mat Awareness and Ops

This course is will provide Fire Fighters and Emergency medical service professionals the basic skills to be able to evaluate and work on an incident scene involving hazardous materials.

Course Outline
3.0

Semester Totals
6.0
SECOND YEAR
First Semester
Hours
FST-091
Advance Company Officer

FST-091
Advance Company Officer

This course is will prepare the current working firefighter for promotions within the department, It is an NFPA, and OFSM approved course and will prepare the student to complete the task book to obtain their Advanced Company Officer Certification.

Course Outline
8.0

Semester Totals

8.0
Second Semester
FST-083
Fire Instructor II

FST-083
Fire Instructor II

This course is will prepare the current working firefighter for promotions within the department, It is an NFPA, and OFSM approved course and will prepare the student to complete the task book to obtain their Basic Company Officer Certification.

Course Outline
3.0
FST-081
Fire Strategy and Tactics

FST-081
Fire Strategy and Tactics

Provides an in-depth analysis of the principles of fire control through utilization of personnel, equipment, and extinguishing agents on the fire ground.

Course Outline
3.0

Semester Totals
6.0

Total Program Hours

30.0