The Firefighting Certificate is designed to prepare students for employment in fire services and is embedded in the Associate of Applied Science degree program in Fire Science. Upon completion of this certificate students will be prepared to take state certification exams in Hazmat Awareness, Hazmat Operations, Firefighter I, Firefighter II and Emergency Medical Technician.

(Major Code 3230; CIP Code 43.0203)

Fire Science Program web page

Program Outcomes

Johnson County Community College (JCCC) is committed to offering high-quality affordable programs that focus on developing knowledge and skills conducive to life-long learning. Both the General Education Student Learning Outcomes and Institutional Learning Outcomes convey JCCC's approach to programmatic outcomes. Additionally, students who successfully complete the Firefighter Certificate from JCCC will be able to:

  • Perform crisis management, fire suppression and extinguishment methods.
  • Conduct a proper fire scene investigation.
  • Demonstrate skills for advancement within the fire service including management positions.
  • Perform community service for the protection of life and property.