Entry-Level Firefighter | Cert

This certificate provides coursework for the skills sought by entry level firefighters. Successful completion of the program allows you to test for certification with the Iowa Fire Service Training Bureau at the levels of Firefighter One and Firefighter Two.

Firefighter candidates must be competent in all objectives listed in NFPA Standard 1001, and NFPA 472 HazMat Operations Level. These certifications along with the EMT certification meet many departmental hiring minimums for entry level into the firefighting profession.

Degree
Certificate

Credits
11

Locations
Sioux City Campus

Admissions Advisor

Fran DeJong
Admissions Representative
fran.dejong@witcc.edu
Call 712.317.3345
Sioux City Campus, Admissions
Book Appointment

Career Information

Required Classes

For a list of current required classes, visit our catalog at:
https://catalog.witcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=10&poid=2296&returnto=752

Faculty and Staff

Greg Strong
Division Chair
greg.strong@witcc.edu
Call 712.317.3289
Sioux City, Room B109

Estimated Cost of Attending

* In-state Tuition (total):

$2,222.00

* Out-of-state Tuition (total):

$2,288.00

Educational Fees/sem:

$97.00

Est. Equipment and misc:

$0.00

** Est. Books/sem:

$200.00

Est. Tools:

$0.00

Est. Transportation and personal expense/sem:

$2,273.00

Est. Housing and meals/sem:

$3,675.00

Est. Fees/Misc:

$0.00

* This is an approximate cost based on tuition and fees set by the Board of Directors before each school year. Course level fees may also apply. Additional charges for licensure or credential testing may be a part of your program.

** The cost of books varies per program.