Lakeshore Technical College - Fire Service Training Courses (Non-degree)

Fire Service Training Courses (Non-degree)

Entry Level Part 1 and Part 2 (30 hours each) introduces the participant to the basic knowledge and skills necessary to safely perform fire fighting functions under direct supervision. The targeted audience is individuals new to the fire fighting field. These courses include training in protective equipment and breathing apparatus, placing ground ladders, stretching hoselines, nozzle selection and handling, building search and rescue, ventilation, and awareness to hazardous materials. These courses, when taken in sequential order, are designed to provide the fire department member with the minimum fire fighter training as specified in Wisconsin Administrative Code, Department of Safety and Professional Services, Chapter 330, Fire Department Safety and Health.

Firefighter I (36 hours) prepares the participant to be able to perform fire fighting functions at a minimum nationally recognized level under direct supervision. The targeted audience is individuals who have completed the Entry level series of courses and wish to increase their knowledge and skills base to the next level. This course includes training in building construction, advanced forcible entry, utility safety, ropes and knots, and fire-ground communications. The participant must also take the Hazardous Materials Operations Level course (24 hours) in order to meet the requirements for Wisconsin Certification as a Firefighter I.

Hazardous Materials Operations (24 hours) prepares firefighters to recognize hazardous materials, determine and don appropriate protective ensemble, and initiate defensive actions to protect the public, environment, and property from the effects of a hazardous material release. This course is designed for emergency responders to a hazardous material release and is required for firefighters seeking Certification as a Firefighter I.

Firefighter II (42 hours) prepares the student to perform fire fighting functions at an advanced nationally recognized level under general supervision. The targeted audience is individuals who have completed Firefighter I coursework and desire to increase their knowledge and skills base to the next level. This course includes training in: advanced building construction, advanced water supply applications, rescue and extrication, advanced fire control methods, and fire prevention and public education. This course is required for Wisconsin Certification as a Firefighter II.

Driver/Operator Training. Both Entry Level Driver/Operator (30 hours) and Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator (66 hours) courses are available. Each is divided into two parts (driving and pumping). The Entry Level course is designed to meet the SPS 330 minimum training requirements for a new pumper operator. The Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator course encompasses more information and skills. Completion of the Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator course allows the student to challenge the tests for Wisconsin Certification as a Driver/Operator Pumper.

Entry Level Fire Officer (30 hours) This course assists the participant in making the transition from the fire fighter level to the company officer level.  The targeted audience is individuals whose duties have increased to the supervision level. These individuals would include recently appointed or soon-to-be appointed fire officers. This course is designed to provide the new fire officer or fire officer candidate with the information needed to comply with the minimum fire officer training requirements as specified in SPS 330.08.

Fire Officer 2 (30 hours) This 30-hour course prepares the participant to perform fire fighting supervisor/manager functions at a minimum nationally recognized level. The targeted audience is individuals who have completed the training required to meet the Fire Officer I JPRs of NFPA 1021, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, Chapter 2, and desire or are required to increase their knowledge and skills to progress to the Fire Officer II Level.

Incident Safety Officer (14 hours) This course examines the Safety Officer’s role at emergency response situations. A specific focus on operations within an Incident Command System as a Safety Officer is a main theme.

Written tests. Written tests will be periodically scheduled throughout the semester to allow students needing initial or retesting. You must preregister at least two weeks before the exam by calling the Fire Coordinator (920) 693-1347.