Firefighter/EMSP Diploma Program
FI12 - 201512
Program Description
The Firefighter/Emergency Medical Services Professional diploma program is designed to prepare students for entry level employment in the public safety areas of fire service and emergency medical services. Upon completion of the Firefighter/Emergency Medical Services Professional diploma, students may be eligible for certification and/or licensure in the following areas: Firefighter I, Hazardous Materials-Awareness, Hazardous Materials-Operations, EMT, and AEMT. Note: Criminal background checks and drug screens may be required based on the requirements for participation in clinical experiences.
Program Specific Information
Students are accepted into Fire Science Occupational courses Spring and Fall Semesters based on space and course availability. Students admitted to this diploma will complete the Fire Science courses prioring to entering the Paramedicine courses.
Physical Fitness and Additional Equipment Requirements
This program requires that the student have National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) Standard 1582, standard on medical requirements for Firefighters, or a physician’s release to participate. All candidates should be in excellent condition. Additional physical fitness requirements may be added based on any revisions to NFPA Standards or action taken by Georgia Firefighter Standards and Training Council. Students are required to rent or purchase NFPA compliant Personal Protective Equipment (turn out gear).
Grade Requirement
Students must complete ALL OCCUPATIONAL courses (COMP, FRSC, EMSP) with a grade of C or higher before progressing to the next course.
Program Length and Availability
6 Semesters
Campus Availability: Hall
Financial Aid
This program is eligible for the Pell Grant and may be eligible for Institutional and State Financial Aid.
Contact a Financial Aid Counselor for eligibility requirements and application materials.
Admissions Requirements
Must be 18 years of age.
High school diploma or GED is required prior to admission.
(Official transcripts or GED scores must be submitted from all colleges and/or high schools attended for credit.)
ACCUPLACER Testing, or submit SAT, ACT, COMPASS, or ASSET test scores.
Curriculum
Basic Skills – Total of 9 Hours
Program-Specific Core – Total of 44 Hours
Total Credit Hours: 53
Graduation Plan
Semester One
Semester Two
| EMSP 1110 | Introduction to the EMT Profession | 3 |
| EMSP 1120 | EMT Assessment/Airway Management and Pharmacology | 3 |
| EMSP 1150 | Shock and Trauma for the EMT | 3 |
| MATH 1012 | Foundations of Mathematics | 3 |
| COMP 1000 | Intro to Computer Literacy | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15 |
Semester Three
Semester Four
Apply for Graduation
| EMSP 1510 | Advanced Concepts for the AEMT | 3 |
| EMSP 1520 | Advanced Patient Care for the AEMT | 3 |
| EMSP 1530 | Clinical Applications for the AEMT | 1 |
| EMSP 1540 | Clinical and Practical Applications for the AEMT | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 10 |
Total Credit Hours: 53
*Regular Admission means that a student has met all admissions requirements and that the student does not require any learning support classes.
This plan is for informational purposes ONLY. It is not a substitute for meeting with a program advisor each term.