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Fire - National Incident Management System 300/400

Workforce Certificate, On Campus

firefighter responding to a traffic incident

Program Overview

This certification covers the NFPA 1041 Standard for Fire Service Instructor Professional Qualifications, Current Edition.

Members of approved North Carolina fire departments and rescue squads are eligible to receive tuition waivers

Employment Opportunities:

Upon completion of this certification, individuals will be able to function and apply for positions as credentialed fire and rescue instructor in the State of North Carolina.

Instructional Format:

Classroom and hands on skills.

Program Contacts:

Ian Harrell

Director - Fire and Rescue Programs/ESTC

Workforce Certificate Courses

National Incident Management System Certifications

EPT-4300 NIMS Level 300
EPT-4400 NIMS Level 400

Total credits needed to graduate: 40 Hours

Learning Outcomes

Firefighter students will:

  • Learn to operate safely and effectively at an emergency incident.
  • Participate as a member of a team to mitigate and control various emergency incidents.
  • Perform the duties of a Fire/Rescue Instructor in the State of North Carolina.

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