| Date and Time | Title | Important Information | Description | Location | Instructor | Hours | Available/Capacity/Waitlist |
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Nov 30 2026
-
Dec 03 2026
0800-1700
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FIP 3719 Fire Officer II
Reserve Seat
| Last day ends at 1200. | Performance Standard
NFPA 1021, 2020 Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications, Chapter 5.
After successful completion of this course candidates will receive the Fire Officer II Fire and Rescue Commission IFSAC Certification.
Reference Material
Fire Officer I and II – IFSTA Company Officer
IFSTA Fire & Emergency Services Company Officer (Sixth Edition)
ISBN: 978-0-87939-650-3
Pre-requisite(s)
The candidate must be at least 23 years of age
The candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent (i.e., GED)
TIMS (FIP 7000)
Firefighter I & II certified for five years
Fire Officer I certified
Instructor I certified |
Greensboro Training Center 1510 N Church St.
Room
Trn
| Curtis Teague | 28 |
0 20 4
|
|
Dec 14 2026
-
Dec 18 2026
0800-1800
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FIP 3812 - Fire Instructor II
Reserve Seat
| | NFPA 1041, 2019 Standard for Fire and Emergency Services Instructor Professional Qualifications, Chapter 5. After successfully completing this course, candidates will receive the Fire Instructor II Fire and Rescue Commission IFSAC Certification. |
Greensboro Training Center 1510 N Church St.
Room
Trn
| Curtis Teague | 45 |
0 20 6
|
|
Jan 11 2027
-
Mar 12 2027
Varies
|
FIP 4905 - Chemistry of Hazardous Materials Online
Reserve Seat
| This online course has one mandatory demonstration day in February; date/time TBA. Registration for this online course will close on December 28th, 2026. | This course provides an in-depth understanding of the chemical properties and behaviors of hazardous materials. Designed for individuals seeking certification as HazMat Technicians, the curriculum covers the identification, classification, and safe handling of hazardous substances. Students will learn about chemical reactions, toxicology, and the environmental impact of hazardous materials. Practical exercises and case studies will enhance the theoretical knowledge, preparing participants for real-world scenarios in hazardous materials management and emergency response. |
Online
Room
OL
| Tyler Hoke | 80 |
32 40 0
|
|
Jan 11 2027
-
Feb 09 2027
Varies
|
FIP - 2120 Intro to Fire Protection
Reserve Seat
| This is a condensed, fast-paced course. You will be able to receive college credit for completing this 4-week, 100% online course. Textbook for Course: Introduction to Fire Protection and Emergency Services, 7th Ed., ISBN: 9781284291742 | This course provides an overview of the development, methods, systems and regulations as they apply to the fire protection field. Topics include history, evolution, statistics, suppression, organizations, careers, curriculum, and other related subjects. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a broad understanding of the fire protection field. |
Online
Room
OL
| Maria Bostian | 48 |
29 35 0
|
|
Jan 11 2027
-
Feb 09 2027
Varies
|
FIP - 2124 Fire Prevention Public Education
Reserve Seat
| This is a condensed, fast-paced course. You will be able to receive college credit for completing this 4-week, 100% online course. Textbook for Course: Principles of Fire Prevention, 4th Ed., ISBN: 9781284180237 | This course introduces fire prevention concepts as they relate to community and industrial operations, as referenced in NFPA Standard 101.
Topics include the development and maintenance of fire prevention programs, educational programs, and inspection programs. |
Online
Room
OL
| Chris Hunt | 48 |
33 35 0
|
|
Jan 11 2027
-
Feb 09 2027
Varies
|
FIP - 2152 Fire Protection Law
Reserve Seat
| This is a condensed, fast-paced course. You will be able to receive college credit for completing this 4-week, 100% online course. Textbook for Course: Legal Aspects of Emergency Services, 2nd Ed., ISBN: 9781284227970 | This course covers fire protection law as referenced in NFPA standard 1. Topics include legal terms, contracts, liability, review of case histories, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss laws, codes, and ordinances as they relate to fire protection. |
Online
Room
OL
| Jeff Bostian | 48 |
28 35 0
|
|
Jan 11 2027
-
Feb 09 2027
Varies
|
FIP - 2220 Fire Fighting Strategies
Reserve Seat
| This is a condensed, fast-paced course. You will be able to receive college credit for completing this 4-week, 100% online course. Textbook for Course:Strategic and Tactical Considerations on the Fireground, 4th Ed., ISBN: 978-0-13-444264-8 (Chapters 1 - 6 ) | This course provides preparation for command of initial incident operations involving emergencies within both the public and private sectors, referenced in NFPA standards 1561, 1710, and 1720.
Topics include incident management, fire-ground tactics and strategies, incident safety, and command/control of emergency operations. |
Online
Room
OL
| Chris Hicks | 48 |
24 35 0
|
|
Jan 11 2027
-
Feb 09 2027
Varies
|
FIP - 2276 Managing Fire Services
Reserve Seat
| This is a condensed, fast-paced course. You will be able to receive college credit for completing this 4-week, 100% online course. Textbook for Course: Fire Officer Principles and Practice, 4th Ed., ISBN: 978-1-284-19008-3 (Chapters 9 - 14) | This course provides an overview of fire department operative services referenced in NFPA standard 1021. Topics include finance, staffing, equipment, code enforcement, management information, specialized services, legal issues, planning, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to understand concepts and apply fire department management and operations principles. |
Online
Room
OL
| Jenna Daniels | 48 |
30 35 0
|
|
Jan 12 2027
-
Jan 28 2027
1800-2200
|
FIP 3040 FF General and Communications
Reserve Seat
| Tuesday and Thursday dates as follows: January 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28 | NFPA 1001 Firefighter General and Communications |
ERTC 3
Room
103
| TBD | 24 |
15 20 0
|
|
Jan 19 2027
-
Mar 14 2027
Varies
|
FRC-1800 Fire and Life Safety Educator Level I
Reserve Seat
| This is a Hybrid course. The Online portion is scheduled for January 19th - March 12th. The Required Face-to-Face portion is March 13th-14th from 8:00am-6:00pm at PSFD Station 24. The book for this course is Fire and Life Safety Educator, 4th Edition. IFSTA ISBN: 978-0-87939-679-4 | NFPA 1030: Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Prevention Program Positions (2024 edition) Chapter 9. |
Online/PSFD Station 24
Room
OL
| Angela Ward | 36 |
27 35 0
|
|
Jan 25 2027
-
Jan 27 2027
0800-1700
|
NIMS 300 - Intermediate Incident Command System for Expanding Incidents
Reserve Seat
| Location: GTCC High Point Campus - last day 0800-1300 | ONLINE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS WILL BE SENT TO STUDENTS APPROXIMATELY ONE WEEK BEFORE THE START OF THE CLASS.
NIMS – Intermediate Incident Command System for Expanding Incidents (IS-300) is a 24-hour course that describes the incident and event management process for supervisors and expanding incidents as prescribed by the Incident Command System. The course also explains how the NIMS command and management component supports the management of expanding incidents. Students will apply the incident management system process to simulated Type 3 incidents and develop an Incident Action Plan. |
GTCC High Point Campus
Room
TBA
| Curtis Teague | 21 |
13 20 0
|
|
Jan 28 2027
-
Jan 29 2027
0800-1700
|
NIMS 400 - Advanced ICS Command and General Staff-Complex Incidents
Reserve Seat
| Location: GTCC High Point Campus | ONLINE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS WILL BE SENT TO STUDENTS APPROXIMATELY ONE WEEK BEFORE THE START OF THE CLASS.
NIMS – Advanced ICS Command and General Staff for Complex Incidents (IS-400)is a 16-hour course designed for personnel who require advanced application of the Incident Command System (ICS). The course is intended for senior public safety personnel and provides instruction on the roles, responsibilities, and management functions associated with complex incidents, Area Command, and Multiagency Coordination. |
GTCC High Point Campus
Room
TBA
| Curtis Teague | 16 |
14 20 0
|
|
Feb 01 2027
-
Feb 04 2027
0800-1700
|
FIP 3811 Fire Instructor I
Reserve Seat
| Location: Whitsett FD - 809 NC Hwy 61, Whitsett, NC 27377
Monday-Wednesday 0800-1700; Thursday 0800-1600 | Performance Standard
NFPA 1041, 2019 Standard for Fire and Emergency Services Instructor Professional Qualifications, Chapter 4.
After successful completion of this course candidates will receive the Fire Instructor I Fire and Rescue Commission IFSAC Certification.
Reference Material
IFSTA - Fire and Emergency Services Instructor, 9th Edition
Pre-requisite(s)
The candidate must be at least 21 years of age
The candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent (i.e., GED)
TIMS (FIP 7000)
Firefighter, Technical Rescuer, HazMat Ops, or FLSE certified for three years.
**As of August 2020, the Certification Board requires that candidates MUST meet the prerequisite of being certified for three years in Firefighter, Technical Rescuer, HazMat Ops, or FLSE BEFORE taking Fire Instructor I. |
Whitsett FD - 809 NC Hwy 61
Room
Trn
| Curtis Teague | 31 |
10 20 0
|
|
Feb 02 2027
-
Feb 18 2027
Tu/Th 1800-2200
|
FIP 3041 Fireground Ops 1
Reserve Seat
| Tuesdays and Thursday dates as follows: February 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25 | Firefighter Safety and Health and Wellness |
ERTC 3
Room
107
| TBD | 24 |
17 20 0
|
|
Feb 08 2027
-
Feb 12 2027
0800-1700
|
FIP 3626 Aerial Apparatus Series
Reserve Seat
| | NFPA 1002, 2017 Standard for Fire Apparatus Driver/ Operator
Professional Qualifications |
ERTC 3
Room
107
| G. Olvera | 40 |
0 25 2
|
|
Feb 12 2027
-
Feb 25 2027
0800-1700
|
FIP 3718 Fire Officer I
Reserve Seat
| Whitsett FD - 809 NC Hwy 61, Whitsett, NC 27377
***FIRST DATE OF CLASS IS 2/12/27; THEN 2/22-2/25*** | NFPA 1021, 2020 Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications, Chapter 4.
After successful completion of this course candidates will receive the Fire Officer I Fire and Rescue Commission IFSAC Certification.
Reference Material
Fire Officer I and II – IFSTA Company Officer
IFSTA Fire & Emergency Services Company Officer (Sixth Edition) ISBN: 978-0-87939-650-3
Pre-requisite(s)
The candidate must be at least 21 years of age, have a high school diploma or equivalent (i.e., GED)
TIMS (FIP 7000)
Firefighter certified for three years
Instructor I certified
|
Whitsett FD - 809 NC Hwy 61
Room
Trn
| Curtis Teague | 40 |
15 20 0
|
|
Feb 23 2027
-
Mar 11 2027
Tu/Th 1800-2200; Sat. 0800-1700
|
FIP 3042 Fireground Ops 2
Reserve Seat
| Tuesday and Thursday evenings with 1 Saturday. Dates as follows: February 23, 25, 27, March 2, 4, 9, 11. | PPE |
ERTC 3
Room
107
| TBD | 33 |
17 20 0
|
|
Mar 08 2027
-
Mar 29 2027
0800-1700
|
FIP 3622 D/O Pumps
Reserve Seat
| Class dates are as follows: March 8-12; March 22-26, March 29 | NFPA 1002, 2017 Standard for Fire Apparatus Driver/ Operator Professional Qualifications. |
ERTC 3
Room
107
| G. Olvera | 88 |
10 25 0
|
|
Mar 15 2027
-
Apr 13 2027
Varies
|
FIP - 2132 Building Construction
Reserve Seat
| This is a condensed, fast-paced course. You will be able to receive college credit for completing this 4-week, 100% online course. Textbook for Course: Brannigan's Building Construction for the Fire Service, 6th Ed., ISBN: 9781284177312 | This course covers the principles and practices reference in NFPA standard 220 related to various types of building construction, including residential and commercial, as impacted by fire conditions. Topics include types of construction and related elements, fire resistive aspects of construction materials, building codes, collapse, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to understand and recognize various types of construction and their positive or negative aspects as related to fire conditions. |
Online
Room
OL
| Chris Hunt | 48 |
27 35 0
|
|
Mar 15 2027
-
Apr 13 2027
Varies
|
FIP - 2146 Fire Protection Systems
Reserve Seat
| This is a condensed, fast-paced course. You will be able to receive college credit for completing this 4-week, 100% online course. Textbook for Course: Fire Protection Systems, 3rd Ed., ISBN: 9781284180138 | This course introduces various types of automatic sprinklers, standpipes, fire alarm systems, and fixed and portable extinguishing systems referenced in NFPA standard 25, including their operation, installation, and maintenance. Topics include wet and dry systems, testing and maintenance, water supply requirements, fire detection and alarm systems, including application, testing, and maintenance of Halon, carbon dioxide, dry chemical, and special extinguishing agents utilized in fixed and portable systems. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of sprinkler and alarm systems, both fixed and portable, including appropriate application, operation, inspection, and maintenance requirements. |
Online
Room
OL
| TBA | 48 |
29 35 0
|
|
Mar 15 2027
-
Apr 13 2027
Varies
|
FIP - 2128 Detection & Investigation
Reserve Seat
| This is a condensed, fast-paced course. You will be able to receive college credit for completing this 4-week, 100% online course. Textbook for Course: Fire Investigator: Principles and Practice, 6th Ed., ISBN: 9781284247053 | This course covers procedures for determining the origin and cause of accidental and incendiary fires referenced in NFPA standard 921. Topics include collection and preservation of evidence, detection and determination of accelerants, courtroom procedure and testimony, and documentation of the fire scene. Upon completion, students should be able to conduct a competent fire investigation and present those findings to appropriate officials or equivalent. |
Online
Room
OL
| Jeff Bostian | 48 |
35 35 0
|
|
Mar 15 2027
-
Apr 13 2027
Varies
|
FIP - 2221 Advanced Fire Fighting Strategies
Reserve Seat
| This is a condensed, fast-paced course. You will be able to receive college credit for completing this 4-week, 100% online course. Textbook for Course: Strategic and Tactical Considerations on the Fireground, 4th Ed., ISBN: 978-0-13-444264-8 (Chapters 7 - 11) | This course covers command-level operations for multi-company/agency operations involving fire and non-fire emergencies. Topics include advanced use of the Incident Command System(ICS), advanced incident analysis, command-level fire operations, and control of both manmade and natural major disasters. Upon completion, students should be able to describe proper and accepted systems for the mitigation of emergencies at the level of overall scene command. |
Online
Room
OL
| Kirk Daniels | 48 |
34 35 0
|
|
Mar 15 2027
-
Apr 13 2027
Varies
|
FIP - 2240 Fire Service Supervision
Reserve Seat
| This is a condensed, fast-paced course. You will be able to receive college credit for completing this 4-week, 100% online course. Textbook for Course: Fire Officer: Principles and Practice, 5th Ed., ISBN: 9781284311044 (Chapters 1 - 9) | This course covers supervisory skills and practices in the fire protection field. Topics include the supervisor's job, supervision skills, the changing work environment, managing change, organizing for results, discipline and grievances, and safety. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of effective fire service supervision, meeting elements of NFPA 1021.
|
Online
Room
OL
| TBA | 48 |
33 35 0
|
|
Mar 15 2027
-
Apr 13 2027
Varies
|
EPT - 2140 Emergency Management
Reserve Seat
| This is a condensed, fast-paced course. You will be able to receive college credit for completing this 4-week, 100% online course. Textbook for Course: Introduction to Emergency Management, 8th Ed., ISBN: 978-0-443-23701-0 | This course covers the four phases of emergency management: mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery. Topics include organizing for emergency management, coordinating for community resources, public sector liability, and the roles of government agencies at all levels. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of comprehensive emergency management and the integrated emergency management system. |
Online
Room
OL
| Chris Hicks | 48 |
35 35 0
|
|
Mar 16 2027
-
Apr 01 2027
Tu/Th 1800-2200; Sat. 0800-1700
|
FIP 3043 Fireground Ops 3
Reserve Seat
| Tuesday and Thursday evenings with 1 Saturday. Dates are as follows: March 16, 18, 20, 23, 25, 30, April 1 | Portable Extinguishers, Building Construction, and Fire Behavior |
ERTC 3
Room
107
| TBD | 33 |
17 20 0
|
|
Apr 05 2027
-
May 09 2027
Varies
|
FRC-1801 Fire and Life Safety Educator Level II
Reserve Seat
| This is a Hybrid course. The Online portion is scheduled for April 14, 2027- May 7, 2027. The Required Face-to-Face portion is May 8th - May 9th from 8:00am-6:00pm at PSFD Station 24. The book for this course is Fire and Life Safety Educator, 4th Edition. IFSTA ISBN: 978-0-87939-679-4 | NFPA 1030: Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Prevention Program Positions (2024 edition) Chapter 10 |
Online/PSFD Station 1
Room
OL
| Angela Ward | 36 |
31 35 0
|
|
Apr 19 2027
-
May 17 2027
Varies
|
FIP - 2124 Fire Prevention Public Education
Reserve Seat
| This is a condensed, fast-paced course. You will be able to receive college credit for completing this 4-week, 100% online course. Textbook for Course: Principles of Fire Prevention, 4th Ed., ISBN: 9781284180237 | This course introduces fire prevention concepts as they relate to community and industrial operations, as referenced in NFPA Standard 101.
Topics include the development and maintenance of fire prevention programs, educational programs, and inspection programs. |
Online
Room
OL
| Kirk Daniels | 48 |
32 35 0
|
|
Apr 19 2027
-
May 17 2027
Varies
|
FIP - 2136 Inspections and Codes
Reserve Seat
| This is a condensed, fast-paced course. You will be able to receive college credit for completing this 4-week, 100% online course. Textbook for Course: Fire Inspector, Principles and Practices, 1st Ed., ISBN: 9781284137743 | This course covers the fundamentals of fire and building codes and procedures to conduct an inspection referenced in NFPA standard 1730. Topics include review of fire and building codes, writing inspection reports, identifying hazards, plan reviews, site sketches, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to conduct a fire code compliance inspection and produce a written report. |
Online
Room
OL
| Chris Hunt | 48 |
30 35 0
|
|
Apr 19 2027
-
May 17 2027
Varies
|
FIP - 2220 Fire Fighting Strategies
Reserve Seat
| This is a condensed, fast-paced course. You will be able to receive college credit for completing this 4-week, 100% online course. Textbook for Course: Strategic and Tactical Considerations on the Fireground, 4th Ed., ISBN: 978-0-13-444264-8 (Chapters 1 - 6) | This course provides preparation for command of initial incident operations involving emergencies within both the public and private sectors, referenced in NFPA standards 1561, 1710, and 1720.
Topics include incident management, fire-ground tactics and strategies, incident safety, and command/control of emergency operations. |
Online
Room
OL
| Chris Hicks | 48 |
35 35 0
|
|
Apr 19 2027
-
May 17 2027
Varies
|
FIP - 2228 Local Government Finance
Reserve Seat
| This is a condensed, fast-paced course. You will be able to receive college credit for completing this 4-week, 100% online course. Textbook for Course: The Basics of Public Budgeting and Financial Management, 5th Ed., ISBN: 978-1-5381-8403-5 | This course introduces local governmental financial principles and practices. Topics include budget preparation and justification, revenue policies, statutory requirements, audits, and the economic climate. Upon completion, students should be able to comprehend the importance of finance as it applies to the operations of a department. |
Online
Room
OL
| Jenna Daniels | 48 |
32 35 0
|
|
Apr 19 2027
-
May 25 2027
Varies
|
FIP - 2232 Hydraulics and Water Distribution
Reserve Seat
| This is a condensed, fast-paced course. You will be able to receive college credit for completing this 4-week, 100% online course. Textbook for Course: Fire Service Hydraulic and Water Supply, 3rd Ed., ISBN: 978-0-87939-708-1 | This course covers the flow of fluids through fire hoses, nozzles, appliances, pumps, standpipes, water mains, and other devices reference in NFPA standard 25. Emphasis is placed on supply and delivery systems, fire flow testing, hydraulic calculations, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to perform hydraulic calculations, conduct water availability tests, and demonstrate knowledge of water distribution systems. |
Online
Room
OL
| TBA | 64 |
34 35 0
|
|
May 17 2027
-
May 21 2027
0800-1800
|
FIP 3812 - Fire Instructor II
Reserve Seat
| Location: Pinecroft Sedgefield FD 2239 Bishop Rd Greensboro, NC 27406 | NFPA 1041, 2019 Standard for Fire and Emergency Services Instructor Professional Qualifications, Chapter 5. After successfully completing this course, candidates will receive the Fire Instructor II Fire and Rescue Commission IFSAC Certification. |
Pincroft-Sedfefield 24 2239 Bishop Rd. Greensnsbor
Room
Trn
| Curtis Teague | 45 |
15 20 0
|
|
May 18 2027
-
Aug 11 2027
0800-1700
|
FIP 3622 D/O Pumps
Reserve Seat
| ***THIS COURSE WILL BE OFFERED ON A FLIP FLOP SCHEDULE*** You MUST attend one of the 2 days offered for each pair of dates. Dates are as follows; May 18-19, 25-26; June 1-2, 8-9, 15-16, 22-23; July 6-7, 13-14, 20-21, 27-28; August 3-4, 10-11. | NFPA 1002, 2017 Standard for Fire Apparatus Driver/ Operator Professional Qualifications. |
Pincroft-Sedfefield 24 2239 Bishop Rd. Greensnsbor
Room
Trn
| Darren Flippin | 88 |
13 14 0
|
|
May 24 2027
-
Jun 27 2027
Varies
|
FRC-1802 Fire and Life Safety Program Manager
Reserve Seat
| This is a Hybrid course. The Online portion is scheduled for May 24th, 2027 - June 25th, 2027. The Required Face-to-Face portion is June 26th-27th from 8:00am-6:00pm at PSFD Station 24. The book for this course is Fire and Life Safety Educator, 4th Edition. IFSTA ISBN: 978-0-87939-679-4 | NFPA 1030: Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Prevention Program Positions (2024 edition) Chapter 11 |
Online/PSFD Station 1
Room
OL
| Angela Ward | 36 |
35 35 0
|
|
May 24 2027
-
May 28 2027
0800-1700
|
FIP 3626 Aerial Apparatus Series
Reserve Seat
| Location: GTCC Jamestown: Public Safety Bldg Room 109 | NFPA 1002, 2017 Standard for Fire Apparatus Driver/ Operator
Professional Qualifications |
Public Safety - Jamestown Campus
Room
109
| G. Olvera | 40 |
25 25 0
|
|
Jun 01 2027
-
Jun 29 2027
Varies
|
FIP - 2132 Building Construction
Reserve Seat
| This is a condensed, fast-paced course. You will be able to receive college credit for completing this 4-week, 100% online course. Textbook for Course: Brannigan's Building Construction for the Fire Service, 6th Ed., ISBN: 9781284177312 | This course covers the principles and practices reference in NFPA standard 220 related to various types of building construction, including residential and commercial, as impacted by fire conditions. Topics include types of construction and related elements, fire resistive aspects of construction materials, building codes, collapse, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to understand and recognize various types of construction and their positive or negative aspects as related to fire conditions. |
Online
Room
OL
| Chris Hunt | 48 |
35 35 0
|
|
Jun 01 2027
-
Jun 29 2027
Varies
|
FIP - 2152 Fire Protection Law
Reserve Seat
| This is a condensed, fast-paced course. You will be able to receive college credit for completing this 4-week, 100% online course. Textbook for Course: Legal Aspects of Emergency Services, 2nd Ed., ISBN: 9781284227970 | This course covers fire protection law as referenced in NFPA standard 1. Topics include legal terms, contracts, liability, review of case histories, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss laws, codes, and ordinances as they relate to fire protection. |
Online
Room
OL
| Jeff Bostian | 48 |
34 35 0
|
|
Jun 01 2027
-
Jun 29 2027
Varies
|
FIP - 2221 Advanced Fire Fighting Strategies
Reserve Seat
| This is a condensed, fast-paced course. You will be able to receive college credit for completing this 4-week, 100% online course. Textbook for Course: Strategic and Tactical Considerations on the Fireground, 4th Ed., ISBN: 978-0-13-444264-8 (Chapters 7 - 11) | This course covers command-level operations for multi-company/agency operations involving fire and non-fire emergencies. Topics include advanced use of the Incident Command System(ICS), advanced incident analysis, command-level fire operations, and control of both manmade and natural major disasters. Upon completion, students should be able to describe proper and accepted systems for the mitigation of emergencies at the level of overall scene command. |
Online
Room
OL
| Kirk Daniels | 48 |
34 35 0
|
|
Jun 01 2027
-
Jun 29 2027
Varies
|
FIP - 2276 Managing Fire Services
Reserve Seat
| This is a condensed, fast-paced course. You will be able to receive college credit for completing this 4-week, 100% online course. Textbook for Course:Fire Officer: Principles and Practice, 5th Ed., ISBN: 9781284311044 (Chapters 10 - 15)
| This course provides an overview of fire department operative services referenced in NFPA standard 1021. Topics include finance, staffing, equipment, code enforcement, management information, specialized services, legal issues, planning, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to understand concepts and apply fire department management and operations principles. |
Online
Room
OL
| Jenna Daniels | 48 |
34 35 0
|
|
Jun 01 2027
-
Jun 29 2027
Varies
|
EPT - 2140 Emergency Management
Reserve Seat
| This is a condensed, fast-paced course. You will be able to receive college credit for completing this 4-week, 100% online course. Textbook for Course: Introduction to Emergency Management, 8th Ed., ISBN: 978-0-443-23701-0 | This course covers the four phases of emergency management: mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery. Topics include organizing for emergency management, coordinating for community resources, public sector liability, and the roles of government agencies at all levels. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of comprehensive emergency management and the integrated emergency management system. |
Online
Room
OL
| Chris Hicks | 48 |
33 35 0
|
|
Jun 07 2027
-
Jun 10 2027
0800-1700
|
FIP 3719 Fire Officer II
Reserve Seat
| Monday-Wednesday 0800-1700; Thursday 0800-1200
Location: Pinecroft Sedgefield FD 2239 Bishop Rd Greensboro, NC 27406 | Performance Standard
NFPA 1021, 2020 Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications, Chapter 5.
After successful completion of this course candidates will receive the Fire Officer II Fire and Rescue Commission IFSAC Certification.
Reference Material
Fire Officer I and II – IFSTA Company Officer
IFSTA Fire & Emergency Services Company Officer (Sixth Edition)
ISBN: 978-0-87939-650-3
Pre-requisite(s)
The candidate must be at least 23 years of age
The candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent (i.e., GED)
TIMS (FIP 7000)
Firefighter I & II certified for five years
Fire Officer I certified
Instructor I certified |
Pincroft-Sedfefield 24 2239 Bishop Rd. Greensnsbor
Room
Trn
| Curtis Teague | 28 |
20 20 0
|
|
Jul 01 2027
-
Jul 02 2027
0800-1700
|
NFA: New Fire Chief - Challenging Issues
Reserve Seat
| Address: 4108 Presbyterian Rd Greensboro, NC 27406 | This 2-day course is designed to develop the managerial, administrative and leadership skills necessary for the first-time fire chief or chief officer who desires a leadership position in their department. This course addresses critical knowledge and skills pertaining to the responsibilities of a fire chief.
Topics covered include:
Local politics and the role of the chief officer.
Liability and risk management.
Resources and items of knowledge needed to become a first-time leader in a new position in an agency. |
Alamance Community Fire Dept
Room
Trn
| Curtis Teague | 16 |
23 25 0
|
|
Jul 06 2027
-
Jul 07 2027
0800-1700
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NFA: New Fire Chief Administrative Issues
Reserve Seat
| Address: 4108 Presbyterian Rd Greensboro, NC 27406 | The goal of this 2-day course is to provide students with the managerial, administrative, and leadership skills and awareness necessary for new or recently appointed or elected chiefs to effectively meet their obligations of the position. |
Alamance Community Fire Dept
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| Curtis Teague | 16 |
23 25 0
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Jul 08 2027
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Jul 09 2027
0800-1700
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NFA: New Fire Chief Contemporary Issues
Reserve Seat
| Address: 4108 Presbyterian Rd Greensboro, NC 27406 | This 2-day course will develop the managerial, leadership, and contemporary issues and awareness skills necessary for newly appointed or elected fire chiefs to effectively meet their obligations. This course will help to develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for them to perform effectively now and in the future. |
Alamance Community Fire Dept
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Trn
| Curtis Teague | 16 |
23 25 0
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Jul 19 2027
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Jul 20 2027
0800-1700
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NFA Leadership - Creating Environments for Professional Growth
Reserve Seat
| Julian FD - 4317 Folger Rd Julian, NC 27283 | This day course gives the supervisor the essential leadership skills and tools to perform effectively in the fire and emergency medical services (EMS) environment. The course includes concepts related to a successful transition to supervisory and leadership roles, including concepts of adaptive leadership; change management; active followership; effective communication, including difficult conversations and advocacy-inquiry-based dialogue; ethics; authority; power; decision-making; and active engagement through the development of a personal plan. |
Julian Fire Department
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Trn
| Curtis Teague | 16 |
12 25 0
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Jul 21 2027
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Jul 22 2027
0800-1700
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FIP 3518 Leadership Perspectives
Reserve Seat
| Location: Julian FD - 4317 Folger Rd Julian, NC 27283
NFA Leadership in Supervision-Perspectives in Thinking | Perspectives in Thinking |
Julian Fire Department
Room
Trn
| Curtis Teague | 16 |
14 25 0
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Jul 23 2027
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Jul 26 2027
0800-1700
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FIP 3519 Leadership Frameworks
Reserve Seat
| NFA Leadership in Supervision-Frameworks to Success
Class dates are Friday 7/23 & Monday 7/26
Julian FD - 4317 Folger Rd Julian, NC 27283 | Framework to Success |
Julian Fire Department
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Trn
| Curtis Teague | 16 |
13 25 0
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Jul 26 2027
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Aug 23 2027
Varies
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FIP - 2124 Fire Prevention Public Education
Reserve Seat
| This is a condensed, fast-paced course. You will be able to receive college credit for completing this 4-week, 100% online course. Textbook for Course: Principles of Fire Prevention, 4th Ed., ISBN: 9781284180237 | This course introduces fire prevention concepts as they relate to community and industrial operations, as referenced in NFPA Standard 101.
Topics include the development and maintenance of fire prevention programs, educational programs, and inspection programs. |
Online
Room
OL
| Kirk Daniels | 48 |
35 35 0
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Jul 26 2027
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Aug 23 2027
Varies
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FIP - 2136 Inspections and Codes
Reserve Seat
| This is a condensed, fast-paced course. You will be able to receive college credit for completing this 4-week, 100% online course. Textbook for Course: Fire Inspector, Principles and Practices, 1st Ed., ISBN: 9781284137743 | This course covers the fundamentals of fire and building codes and procedures to conduct an inspection referenced in NFPA standard 1730. Topics include review of fire and building codes, writing inspection reports, identifying hazards, plan reviews, site sketches, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to conduct a fire code compliance inspection and produce a written report. |
Online
Room
OL
| Chris Hunt | 48 |
35 35 0
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Jul 26 2027
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Aug 23 2027
Varies
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FIP - 2128 Detection & Investigation
Reserve Seat
| his is a condensed, fast-paced course. You will be able to receive college credit for completing this 4-week, 100% online course. Textbook for Course: Fire Investigator: Principles and Practice, 6th Ed., ISBN: 9781284247053 | This course covers procedures for determining the origin and cause of accidental and incendiary fires referenced in NFPA standard 921. Topics include collection and preservation of evidence, detection and determination of accelerants, courtroom procedure and testimony, and documentation of the fire scene. Upon completion, students should be able to conduct a competent fire investigation and present those findings to appropriate officials or equivalent. |
Online
Room
OL
| Jeff Bostian | 48 |
34 35 0
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Jul 26 2027
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Aug 23 2027
Varies
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FIP - 2220 Fire Fighting Strategies
Reserve Seat
| This is a condensed, fast-paced course. You will be able to receive college credit for completing this 4-week, 100% online course. Textbook for Course: Strategic and Tactical Considerations on the Fireground, 4th Ed., ISBN: 978-0-13-444264-8 (Chapters 1 - 6) | This course provides preparation for command of initial incident operations involving emergencies within both the public and private sectors, referenced in NFPA standards 1561, 1710, and 1720.
Topics include incident management, fire-ground tactics and strategies, incident safety, and command/control of emergency operations. |
Online
Room
OL
| Chris Hicks | 48 |
34 35 0
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Jul 26 2027
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Aug 23 2027
Varies
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FIP - 2228 Local Government Finance
Reserve Seat
| This is a condensed, fast-paced course. You will be able to receive college credit for completing this 4-week, 100% online course. Textbook for Course: The Basics of Public Budgeting and Financial Management, 5th Ed., ISBN: 978-1-5381-8403-5 | This course introduces local governmental financial principles and practices. Topics include budget preparation and justification, revenue policies, statutory requirements, audits, and the economic climate. Upon completion, students should be able to comprehend the importance of finance as it applies to the operations of a department. |
Online
Room
OL
| Jenna Daniels | 48 |
35 35 0
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Aug 16 2027
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Aug 19 2027
0800-1700
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FIP 3811 Fire Instructor I
Reserve Seat
| Monday-Wednesday 0800-1700; Thursday 0800-1600
Location: Pinecroft Sedgefield FD 2239 Bishop Rd Greensboro, NC 27406 | Performance Standard
NFPA 1041, 2019 Standard for Fire and Emergency Services Instructor Professional Qualifications, Chapter 4.
After successful completion of this course candidates will receive the Fire Instructor I Fire and Rescue Commission IFSAC Certification.
Reference Material
IFSTA - Fire and Emergency Services Instructor, 9th Edition
Pre-requisite(s)
The candidate must be at least 21 years of age
The candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent (i.e., GED)
TIMS (FIP 7000)
Firefighter, Technical Rescuer, HazMat Ops, or FLSE certified for three years.
**As of August 2020, the Certification Board requires that candidates MUST meet the prerequisite of being certified for three years in Firefighter, Technical Rescuer, HazMat Ops, or FLSE BEFORE taking Fire Instructor I. |
Pincroft-Sedfefield 24 2239 Bishop Rd. Greensnsbor
Room
Trn
| Curtis Teague | 31 |
19 20 0
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Sep 02 2027
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Sep 10 2027
0800-1700
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FIP 3718 Fire Officer I
Reserve Seat
| Location: Pinecroft Sedgefield FD 2239 Bishop Rd Greensboro, NC 27406
***FIRST DAY OF CLASS IS 9/2/27; THEN 9/7-9/10*** | NFPA 1021, 2020 Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications, Chapter 4.
After successful completion of this course candidates will receive the Fire Officer I Fire and Rescue Commission IFSAC Certification.
Reference Material
Fire Officer I and II – IFSTA Company Officer
IFSTA Fire & Emergency Services Company Officer (Sixth Edition) ISBN: 978-0-87939-650-3
Pre-requisite(s)
The candidate must be at least 21 years of age, have a high school diploma or equivalent (i.e., GED)
TIMS (FIP 7000)
Firefighter certified for three years
Instructor I certified
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Pincroft-Sedfefield 24 2239 Bishop Rd. Greensnsbor
Room
Trn
| Curtis Teague | 40 |
17 20 0
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Sep 07 2027
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Oct 05 2027
Varies
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FIP - 2132 Building Construction
Reserve Seat
| This is a condensed, fast-paced course. You will be able to receive college credit for completing this 4-week, 100% online course. Textbook for Course: Brannigan's Building Construction for the Fire Service, 6th Ed., ISBN: 9781284177312 | This course covers the principles and practices reference in NFPA standard 220 related to various types of building construction, including residential and commercial, as impacted by fire conditions. Topics include types of construction and related elements, fire resistive aspects of construction materials, building codes, collapse, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to understand and recognize various types of construction and their positive or negative aspects as related to fire conditions. |
Online
Room
OL
| Chris Hunt | 48 |
35 35 0
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Sep 07 2027
-
Oct 05 2027
Varies
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FIP - 2146 Fire Protection Systems
Reserve Seat
| This is a condensed, fast-paced course. You will be able to receive college credit for completing this 4-week, 100% online course. Textbook for Course: Fire Protection Systems, 3rd Ed., ISBN: 9781284180138 | This course introduces various types of automatic sprinklers, standpipes, fire alarm systems, and fixed and portable extinguishing systems referenced in NFPA standard 25, including their operation, installation, and maintenance. Topics include wet and dry systems, testing and maintenance, water supply requirements, fire detection and alarm systems, including application, testing, and maintenance of Halon, carbon dioxide, dry chemical, and special extinguishing agents utilized in fixed and portable systems. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of sprinkler and alarm systems, both fixed and portable, including appropriate application, operation, inspection, and maintenance requirements. |
Online
Room
OL
| TBA | 48 |
35 35 0
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Sep 07 2027
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Oct 05 2027
Varies
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FIP - 2221 Advanced Fire Fighting Strategies
Reserve Seat
| This is a condensed, fast-paced course. You will be able to receive college credit for completing this 4-week, 100% online course. Textbook for Course: Strategic and Tactical Considerations on the Fireground, 4th Ed., ISBN: 978-0-13-444264-8 (Chapters 7 - 11) | This course covers command-level operations for multi-company/agency operations involving fire and non-fire emergencies. Topics include advanced use of the Incident Command System(ICS), advanced incident analysis, command-level fire operations, and control of both manmade and natural major disasters. Upon completion, students should be able to describe proper and accepted systems for the mitigation of emergencies at the level of overall scene command. |
Online
Room
OL
| Kirk Daniels | 48 |
35 35 0
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Sep 07 2027
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Oct 05 2027
Varies
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FIP - 2276 Managing Fire Services
Reserve Seat
| This is a condensed, fast-paced course. You will be able to receive college credit for completing this 4-week, 100% online course. Textbook for Course: Fire Officer: Principles and Practice, 5th Ed., ISBN: 9781284311044 (Chapters 10 - 15) | This course provides an overview of fire department operative services referenced in NFPA standard 1021. Topics include finance, staffing, equipment, code enforcement, management information, specialized services, legal issues, planning, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to understand concepts and apply fire department management and operations principles. |
Online
Room
OL
| Jenna Daniels | 48 |
34 35 0
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Sep 07 2027
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Oct 05 2027
Varies
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EPT - 2140 Emergency Management
Reserve Seat
| This is a condensed, fast-paced course. You will be able to receive college credit for completing this 4-week, 100% online course. Textbook for Course: Introduction to Emergency Management, 8th Ed., ISBN: 978-0-443-23701-0 | This course covers the four phases of emergency management: mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery. Topics include organizing for emergency management, coordinating for community resources, public sector liability, and the roles of government agencies at all levels. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of comprehensive emergency management and the integrated emergency management system. |
Online
Room
OL
| Chris Hicks | 48 |
35 35 0
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Sep 20 2027
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Sep 22 2027
0800-1700
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NIMS 300 - Intermediate Incident Command System for Expanding Incidents
Reserve Seat
| Address: 3505 E. Wendover Ave.
Greensboro, NC 27405
Monday-Tuesday 0800-1700; Wednesday 0800-1300 | ONLINE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS WILL BE SENT TO STUDENTS APPROXIMATELY ONE WEEK BEFORE THE START OF THE CLASS.
NIMS – Intermediate Incident Command System for Expanding Incidents (IS-300) is a 24-hour course that describes the incident and event management process for supervisors and expanding incidents as prescribed by the Incident Command System. The course also explains how the NIMS command and management component supports the management of expanding incidents. Students will apply the incident management system process to simulated Type 3 incidents and develop an Incident Action Plan. |
GTCC Greensboro Campus
Room
TBA
| Curtis Teague | 21 |
20 20 0
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Sep 23 2027
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Sep 24 2027
0800-1700
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NIMS 400 - Advanced ICS Command and General Staff-Complex Incidents
Reserve Seat
| Address: 3505 E. Wendover Ave.
Greensboro, NC 27405 | ONLINE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS WILL BE SENT TO STUDENTS APPROXIMATELY ONE WEEK BEFORE THE START OF THE CLASS.
NIMS – Advanced ICS Command and General Staff for Complex Incidents (IS-400)is a 16-hour course designed for personnel who require advanced application of the Incident Command System (ICS). The course is intended for senior public safety personnel and provides instruction on the roles, responsibilities, and management functions associated with complex incidents, Area Command, and Multiagency Coordination. |
GTCC Greensboro Campus
Room
TBA
| Curtis Teague | 16 |
20 20 0
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Oct 18 2027
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Nov 15 2027
Varies
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FIP - 2136 Inspections and Codes
Reserve Seat
| This is a condensed, fast-paced course. You will be able to receive college credit for completing this 4-week, 100% online course. Textbook for Course: Fire Inspector, Principles and Practices, 1st Ed., ISBN: 9781284137743 | This course covers the fundamentals of fire and building codes and procedures to conduct an inspection referenced in NFPA standard 1730. Topics include review of fire and building codes, writing inspection reports, identifying hazards, plan reviews, site sketches, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to conduct a fire code compliance inspection and produce a written report. |
Online
Room
OL
| Chris Hunt | 48 |
34 35 0
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Oct 18 2027
-
Nov 15 2027
Varies
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FIP - 2152 Fire Protection Law
Reserve Seat
| This is a condensed, fast-paced course. You will be able to receive college credit for completing this 4-week, 100% online course. Textbook for Course: Legal Aspects of Emergency Services, 2nd Ed., ISBN: 9781284227970 | This course covers fire protection law as referenced in NFPA standard 1. Topics include legal terms, contracts, liability, review of case histories, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss laws, codes, and ordinances as they relate to fire protection. |
Online
Room
OL
| Jeff Bostian | 48 |
35 35 0
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Oct 18 2027
-
Nov 15 2027
Varies
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FIP - 2228 Local Government Finance
Reserve Seat
| This is a condensed, fast-paced course. You will be able to receive college credit for completing this 4-week, 100% online course. Textbook for Course: The Basics of Public Budgeting and Financial Management, 5th Ed., ISBN: 978-1-5381-8403-5 | This course introduces local governmental financial principles and practices. Topics include budget preparation and justification, revenue policies, statutory requirements, audits, and the economic climate. Upon completion, students should be able to comprehend the importance of finance as it applies to the operations of a department. |
Online
Room
OL
| Jenna Daniels | 48 |
34 35 0
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Oct 18 2027
-
Nov 15 2027
Varies
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FIP - 2240 Fire Service Supervision
Reserve Seat
| This is a condensed, fast-paced course. You will be able to receive college credit for completing this 4-week, 100% online course. Textbook for Course: Fire Officer: Principles and Practice, 5th Ed., ISBN: 9781284311044 (Chapters 1 - 9) | This course covers supervisory skills and practices in the fire protection field. Topics include the supervisor's job, supervision skills, the changing work environment, managing change, organizing for results, discipline and grievances, and safety. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of effective fire service supervision, meeting elements of NFPA 1021.
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Online
Room
OL
| Chris Hicks | 48 |
35 35 0
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Oct 18 2027
-
Nov 15 2027
Varies
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FIP - 2232 Hydraulics and Water Distribution
Reserve Seat
| This is a condensed, fast-paced course. You will be able to receive college credit for completing this 4-week, 100% online course. Textbook for Course: Fire Service Hydraulic and Water Supply, 3rd Ed., ISBN: 978-0-87939-708-1 | This course covers the flow of fluids through fire hoses, nozzles, appliances, pumps, standpipes, water mains, and other devices reference in NFPA standard 25. Emphasis is placed on supply and delivery systems, fire flow testing, hydraulic calculations, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to perform hydraulic calculations, conduct water availability tests, and demonstrate knowledge of water distribution systems. |
Online
Room
OL
| TBA | 64 |
35 35 0
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Nov 29 2027
-
Dec 02 2027
0800-1700
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FIP 3719 Fire Officer II
Reserve Seat
| 3505 E. Wendover Ave.
Greensboro, NC 27405
Dates and times are: Monday-Wednesday 0800-1700; Thursday 0800-1200 | Performance Standard
NFPA 1021, 2020 Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications, Chapter 5.
After successful completion of this course candidates will receive the Fire Officer II Fire and Rescue Commission IFSAC Certification.
Reference Material
Fire Officer I and II – IFSTA Company Officer
IFSTA Fire & Emergency Services Company Officer (Sixth Edition)
ISBN: 978-0-87939-650-3
Pre-requisite(s)
The candidate must be at least 23 years of age
The candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent (i.e., GED)
TIMS (FIP 7000)
Firefighter I & II certified for five years
Fire Officer I certified
Instructor I certified |
GTCC Greensboro Campus
Room
TBA
| Curtis Teague | 28 |
20 20 0
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Dec 13 2027
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Dec 17 2027
0800-1800
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FIP 3812 - Fire Instructor II
Reserve Seat
| Address: 3505 E. Wendover Ave.
Greensboro, NC 27405 | NFPA 1041, 2019 Standard for Fire and Emergency Services Instructor Professional Qualifications, Chapter 5. After successfully completing this course, candidates will receive the Fire Instructor II Fire and Rescue Commission IFSAC Certification. |
GTCC Greensboro Campus
Room
TBA
| Curtis Teague | 45 |
20 20 0
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