Fire Science - Technical Diploma

Requirements for Program Entry

• Apply at www.nwtc.edu/apply
• Submit the following:
• High school transcript (or GED/HSED transcript) and/or College transcript.
• If your cumulative GPA is below 2.6, complete or submit a placement evaluation.
• Complete these prerequisite requirements (unless already completed): Caregiver background check for EMT. Valid driver’s license and eligible to drive college vehicles under the college’s insurance carrier.
• Ability to walk, stand, lift, carry and balance at times, in excess of 125 pounds.
• Tip! Our admission advisors will assist you through every step. Have questions? Connect with NWTC Admissions at start@nwtc.edu or 920-498-5444.

Employment Potential

A graduate of the program will have the potential for employment as a Fire Fighter, Fire Apparatus/Equipment Specialist, Industrial Fire Technician, Industrial Safety Technician, Fire Insurance Investigator, Industrial Fire Inspector, or additional careers applicable to fire sciences related occupations.

Note

• Additional courses which may enhance your eligibility for employment: 10-503-750, Fire Inspector I - Certified

Accreditation

This program is accredited by the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) for those that choose to complete the state certification exams.

Industry Credentials

Students who successfully complete the Firefighting Principles, Hazardous Materials Operations courses, state practical and state written exams are certified by the State of Wisconsin as a Fire Fighter I. State Certification must be obtained within 2 years of course completion.

Students who successfully complete the Fire Protection Hydraulics course, state practical and state written exams are certified to the Driver Operator Pumper level with the State of Wisconsin. State Certification must be obtained within 2 years of course completion.

Students who successfully complete the Fire Fighter II course, state practical and state written exams are certified by the State of Wisconsin as a Fire Fighter II. State Certification must be obtained within 2 years of course completion.

Wisconsin Caregiver Law

NWTC is required to comply with the Wisconsin Caregiver Law (1997 WISCONSIN ACT 27). The completion of a caregiver background check includes the review of criminal records for convictions of serious crimes or a history of improper behavior. Students accepted into this program must complete a background check through www.viewpointscreening.com/nwtc AND complete a Background Information Disclosure (BID) form disclosing any acts, crimes, or convictions prior to program entry and/or clinical, practicum, field experience. The information provided in the BID form must be truthful and match any findings on the criminal record check. Information regarding this process is provided to students immediately upon acceptance into the program. Please review your entry/admission checklist. Students with a criminal history may be denied access to placement at the discretion of the clinical, practicum, or field experience site. Consequently, should a student have a history of convictions of serious crimes or a history of improper behaviors, NWTC cannot guarantee clinical/practicum/field experience placement or guarantee graduation.