Fire Protection Technology: Leadership Development Microcredential

Stackable Degree Program

The Fire Protection Technology: Leadership Development microcredential aligns with requirements for the Directed Studies A.A.S. program should students choose to continue their education after obtaining the microcredential.

Microcredential Outline

This curriculum was designed in consultation with the Corning Joint Fire District in compliance with the New York State Office of Fire Prevention and Control criteria. The leadership microcredential prepares the student to develop effective strategies, tactics, and communication for leadership at emergency incidents. The student will gain fundamental knowledge of the necessary administrative functions of the company officer and basic knowledge of responsibilities and leadership to assist in leading others. A basic understanding of building construction, incident pre-planning, and post-incident analysis will be examined. This microcredential will also focus on community relations and assisting in the delivery of emergency services.

The Fire Protection Technology: Leadership Development microcredential is 5 credits and comprised of the following course.

FIRE 1622, Fire Officer I (5 cr.)

The Fire Officer course addresses the job performance requirements of Chapter 4 of NFPA 1021, Standards for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications. This course introduces topics such as officer communication, leadership and supervision, and the officer’s duties. The student will learn basic human resource management, administrative functions, community relations and delivery of emergency services. The student will apply critical thinking and systematic assessment approach to fire and emergency response while working to serve the community. The Fire Officer student must complete all five modules to earn the Fire Officer I course credit.

Program Contact

Deborah Beall, ADI Professional Studies beall@corning-cc.edu