F101 - Firefighter I

Firefighter I

Overview: The Firefighter I program is for the individuals who are preparing to, or entering the fire service. The class focuses on providing an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of a firefighter trained at the basic level.

The purpose of this course is to meet or exceed the requirements of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1001, Standard for Firefighter Professional Qualifications (2013 Edition) for Firefighter I through successful completion of the course materials and associated performance objectives.

 

Course Code  

F101

 

Length  

240 Hours

 

Fees

·       Contact TFACA for pricing

·        Not offered off campus

 

Pre-Requisites

None

 

Restrictions

Must be at least 18 years of age.

 

Certification

None

 

Class Size

24

 

Required Student Materials

·        Pen

·        Pencil

·        Paper

·        Highlighter

·        Textbook is included in tuition price and will be provided on the first day of class.

·        NFPA Compliant Structural Firefighting Protective Clothing

·        NFPA Complaint SCBA

 

 

Course Objectives

·        Student will be able to certify as a Firefighter I in accordance with the Standard for Firefighter Professional Qualifications 2013 edition and TN Commission on Firefighting upon successful testing during the class.

 

Other Notes

This course requires a high degree of physical fitness and the ability to cope with physically and mentally demanding situations.