For Program Information please contact:
Helen (Cookie) Burkhalter,
Chair
Room GPTV 115
Atlanta Technical College
1560 Metropolitan Parkway
Atlanta GA 30310
404.225.4699.

cburkhalter@atlantatech.edu


FIREFIGHTER II - TCC

The Fire Fighter II Technical Certificate is a sequence of courses that prepares students for careers in the Firce Science profession. Learning opportunities develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The technical certificate emphasizes a combination of fire science technology theory and practical application necessary for successful employment. Graduates receive a technical certificate for Fire Fighter II

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
ATC’s Career Placement Office is available to assist students in finding employment in their occupational fields. Location: Cleveland Dennard Building, Suite 128

ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
* Must be 16 years of age
* Official high school or GED transcript is required to apply
* Achievement of minimum program admission scores in Reading, Language, and Math
* Transfer of previous post secondary credits will be determined by the registrar.
Student Performance/Graduation Requirements: Students must maintain a 2.0 grade point average and complete all required courses to graduate.

CORE COURSES
Curriculum
Essential Courses
Courses  
Credits
FSC 106 Fire Prevention, Preparedness, and Maintenance
3
FSC 107 INTRODUCTION TO TECHNICAL RESCUE
6
FSC 108 FIRE GROUNDS OPERATIONS
3
FSC 141 Hazardous Materials
5
   
 
  Minimum Quarter-hour Credits Required for Graduation
18
  Minimum Program Length in Quarters
2
  Estimated Program Cost
$1,137