Fire Protection Technology, Certificate

Certificate in Fire Protection Technology (223001C)

Fire continues to be a problem in the United States even though the loss of lives is declining due to new, innovative public education programs, rigorous enforcement of building and fire code enforcement and the application of advanced technology related to fire detection and suppression systems. However, with the loss of civilian lives ranging from 4,050 to 4,440 each year and property loss continuing to escalate, the need for well-educated firefighters becomes more important as community resources are reallocated. The Fire Protection Technology certificate will assist the student in acquiring the knowledge and skills necessary to function effectively as a fire protection specialist.

This certificate may be earned independent of earning a degree.

Program Contact
Mr. Dennis Ragins MPA, EMTP
​Associate Professor of Practice and Lead Faculty Member
The Polsky Building 316
330-972-2051
dragins@uakron.edu

The following information has official approval of The School of Disaster Sciences and Emergency Services and The College of Health and Human Sciences, but is intended only as a guide. Completion of this certificate is contingent upon many factors, including but not limited to: class availability, total number of required credits, work schedule, finances, family, course drops/withdrawals, successfully passing courses, prerequisites, among others.

The following courses constitute a “Certificate in Fire Protection Technology” and must be completed with a minimum grade point average of 2.0 overall for the certificate to be noted on the student’s record.

Summary

Required Courses