Fire Protection Technology: Leadership Development

Micro-credential

This curriculum was designed in consultation with the Corning Joint Fire District in compliance with the New York State Office of Fire Prevention and Control criteria.

Stackable Degree Program

The Fire Protection Technology: Leadership Development micro-credential aligns with requirements for the Directed Studies A.A.S. program should students choose to continue their education after obtaining the micro-credential.

The Fire Protection Technology: Leadership Development micro-credential is 5 credits and comprised of the following course:

FIRE 1622, Fire Officer I (5 cr.)

The Fire Officer course addresses the job performance requirements of Chapter 4 of NFPA 1021, Standards for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications. This course introduces topics such as officer communication, leadership and supervision, and the officer’s duties. The student will learn basic human resource management, administrative functions, community relations and delivery of emergency services. The student will apply critical thinking and systematic assessment approach to fire and emergency response while working to serve the community. The Fire Officer student must complete all five modules to earn the Fire Officer I course credit.