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Ignite Your Career with the Fire Services Certificate at Riverland Community College

Are you ready to pursue a challenging and rewarding career in firefighting? Riverland Community College's Fire Services Certificate program is designed to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge needed to perform basic firefighting functions. This program emphasizes teamwork and practical, hands-on training in firefighter techniques and hazardous materials handling.

Program Highlights:

  • Comprehensive Training: Learn vital firefighting techniques, hazardous material management, and emergency response skills.
  • State Certification: Upon successful completion, you'll have the opportunity to achieve State Certification in Firefighter I & II, setting you up for immediate entry into the firefighting profession.
  • Career Readiness: This certificate fulfills the job entry requirements for most fire departments, giving you a competitive edge in the job market.

Whether you're new to fire services or looking to formalize your training with certification, Riverland’s program provides the foundation you need to succeed.

Take the First Step Towards Becoming a Firefighter If you're ready to start your journey in the fire services and want to learn more about Riverland Community College's program, fill out our request for more information form today. Join us at Riverland, where your future as a firefighter begins!

 

Last Updated: May 8, 2024

    Quick Facts
  • Certificate
  • 16 Credits | Two Semesters
  • Location: Albert Lea, Austin, Owatonna
  • Offering: Fall, Spring
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Fire & Rescue Training

Welcome to Riverland Community College's Fire & Safety Training. Our team of professional firefighting instructors can assist you and your Department in learning the latest firefighting techniques. Contact us to learn more about how Riverland can help you with your fire training needs.

For more information or to schedule a class/training session onsite for your service, please contact Wanda McCoy 800-247-5039 ext 0615 or wanda.mccoy@riverland.edu

Riverland is an Emerging Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI)
Riverland is proud to be an Emerging Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), reflecting our commitment to providing inclusive and supportive educational opportunities for all students. We strive to foster a diverse and vibrant campus community where every student can thrive. If you need assistance translating this website into your preferred language, please contact us for support. For more information, visit our translation assistance page.
 

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