Fire Protection Technology

Program Overview

You can earn your Fire Protection Technology degree 100 percent online at Johnston Community College. This program prepares you for careers in fire protection, safety, and emergency services while giving you the flexibility to learn from home.

You can also earn short-term certificates in Fire Investigation or Fire Management to strengthen your skills in fire behavior, leadership, emergency response, and administration.

If you want hands-on experience, JCC also offers in-person Firefighter Training courses that teach core firefighting and rescue skills and help current firefighters stay updated on safety standards.

Credentials Offered: Degree & Certificate

What You'll Learn

In this program, you will learn the core skills needed to work in the fire and emergency services field, including:

• Understanding Fire Behavior - You will learn how fires start, spread, and react to different conditions so you can make safe and informed decisions on the job.
• Mastering Firefighting Techniques - You will study fire suppression, rescue operations, and incident response skills used by fire service professionals.
• Enhancing Leadership Skills​ - You will explore leadership, communication, and decision-making skills needed for supervisory roles in fire protection and emergency services.
• Conducting Fire Investigations - You will learn the basics of determining fire causes, gathering evidence, and understanding investigative procedures.

Career Opportunities

With a Fire Protection Technology degree, you can qualify for several high-demand careers, including:

• Firefighter - Work in municipal, county, or state fire departments to protect lives, property, and communities.
• Fire Investigator - Examine fire scenes to determine the cause of the fire and assist with legal or insurance investigations.
• Fire Protection Technician - Support safety inspections, fire system maintenance, and code compliance in public or private settings.
• Emergency Management Specialist - Help communities prepare for, respond to, and recover from natural disasters and emergencies.
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