Firefighter/EMSP Diploma Program
FI12 - 202512
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, 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 prior 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.)
Request official ACCUPLACER, SAT, or ACT test scores be sent to the Admissions Office or refer to our Admissions Assessment Procedure found here for more options: Admissions Testing – Lanier Technical College.
Curriculum
Basic Skills – Total of 9 Hours
Program-Specific Core – Total of 39 Hours
| COMP 1000 | Intro to Computer Literacy | 3 |
| FRSC 1020 | Basic FF/EMS Fundamentals | 3 |
| FRSC 1030 | Basic Firefighter-Module I | 5 |
| FRSC 1040 | Basic Firefighter-Module II | 3 |
| FRSC 1141 | Hazardous Materials Operations | 4 |
| EMSP 1210 | Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Theory I | 3 |
| EMSP 1211 | Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Lab I | 2 |
| EMSP 1220 | Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Theory II | 3 |
| EMSP 1221 | Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Lab II | 3 |
| EMSP 1230 | Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Clinical | 1 |
| EMSP 1550 | Advanced Emergency Medical Technician Theory I | 2 |
| EMSP 1550L | Advanced Emergency Medical Technician Lab I | 1 |
| EMSP 1560 | Advanced Emergency Medical Technician Theory II | 2 |
| EMSP 1560L | Advanced Emergency Medical Technician Lab II | 1 |
| EMSP 1570 | Advanced Emergency Medical Technician Clinical | 2 |
| EMSP 1580 | Advanced Emergency Medical Technician Capstone | 1 |
Total Credit Hours: 53
Graduation requirement includes completion of a total of 53 hours in the above areas.
Graduation Plan
Semester One
Semester Two
MATH 1012 - Pre-Req: Test Scores – See Advisor
Semester Three
ENGL 1010 - Pre-Req: Test Scores – See Advisor
Semester Four
Apply for Graduation
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.
Total Credit Hours: 0-48