Firefighter II - Major #8835

Certificate Program Map
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The program map below represents an efficient and effective course taking sequence for this program. Individual circumstances might require some changes to this path. It is always recommended that you meet with your pathway counselor to develop a personalized educational plan.


Provides the skills and knowledge needed for the entry level professional fire fighter to perform his/her duties safely, effectively, and competently. The curriculum is based on the 2013 edition of NFPA 1001 Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications. The five overarching themes of the California State Fire Fighter II curriculum are: general knowledge germane to the profession, fire department communications, fireground operations, rescue operations, and prevention, preparedness, and maintenance.


Upon completion of the program, students will:
  1. 1. Identify proper equipment necessary to mitigate incident presented during a scenario simulation.
  2. 2. Initiate proper communication process during routine and emergency situations.
  3. 3. Perform proper rescue techniques removing victims in emergency simulations.
Effective Term: 2021 Spring Semester

Certificate Requirements 

5 units

FIRET 22A
Firefighter II Part A

2 units
Effective Term: 2021 Spring Semester
Provides the skills and knowledge needed for the entry level professional fire fighter to perform his/her duties safely, effectively, and competently. The curriculum is based on the 2013 edition of NFPA 1001 Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications. The five overarching themes of the California State Fire Fighter II curriculum are: general knowledge germane to the profession, fire department communications, fireground operations, rescue operations, and prevention, preparedness, and maintenance. (A, CSU)
Course Details:
      1. CSU Transfer Course

        FIRET 22B
        Firefighter II Part B

        3 units
        Effective Term: 2021 Spring Semester
        Provides the skills and knowledge needed for the entry level professional fire fighter to perform his/her duties safely, effectively, and competently. The curriculum is based on the 2013 edition of NFPA 1001 Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications. The five overarching themes of the California State Fire Fighter II curriculum are: general knowledge germane to the profession, fire department communications, fireground operations, rescue operations, and prevention, preparedness, and maintenance. (A, CSU)
        Course Details:
            1. CSU Transfer Course
              Total: 5 units