SALARY AND OUTLOOK WORK ENVIRONMENT* POSSIBLE JOB TITLES OR EMPLOYERSwww.cpcc.edu/careercoach • Government agencies

• Industrial firms• Insurance rating organizations• Educational organizations • Municipal fire departments

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What people in this career field do*• Search for fire hazards• Ensure that buildings comply with fire codes• Test fire alarms, sprinklers and other fire protection equipment• Inspect gasoline storage tanks and air compressors• Review emergency evacuation plans• Conduct follow-up visits when an infraction is found• Review building plans with developers• Conduct fire and safety education programs• Keep detailed records that may be used in a court of law

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Education/credential requirements for career• Associate degree in Fire Protection Technology• Firefighter Strategies and Tactics Certificate

C E N T R A L P I E D M O N T C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E

fire protection technology

Pros and cons of this career field*• Working for local government• Competitive salary and benefits• Service to the community• Dynamic work environment• Career advancement opportunities

Necessary abilities and qualities*• Integrity• Detail-oriented• Critical thinking skills• Communication skills

* Information courtesy of U.S. Occupational Outlook Handbook.

PROGRAM INfORMATIONSchOOLS OffERING 2+2 PROGRAMS

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Is this a fully online program? Yes**Only a few classes are offered live.

Primary campus for this program:Harris Campus

UNC-Charlotte UNC-Greensboro NC Agricultural and Technical State University

Name: Leonard EdgePhone: 704.330.4619Email: Leonard.Edge@cpcc.eduLocation: Room 2213Harris Campus

Special admissions requirements for program:High school diploma or GED

Sample course requirements: Related degrees and careers:• Fire Investigation• Fire Systems• Fire Inspections• Chemistry

• Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering• Fire Safety Engineer• Firefighter• Officer and Chief• Arson Investigator• Charlotte Fire Department• Insurance Company

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