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XNF 1000

Essentials of Firefighting

This course fulfills the requirements of the National Fire Protection Association competencies identified in NFPA 1001 at the Firefighting I level and follows the IFSTA manual. Successful completion of the course results in eligibility for the KU/FST Firefighter examination. Firefighter I exam fee is an additional $60 paid directly to K.U. Evidence of completion of EMS First Responder or equivalent EMS training is also required to take the KU/FST Firefighter I exam. The fee for the Firefighter I exam is paid directly to the University of Kansas. The exam is administered at the college as a final exam. (6 Saturday labs) Instructor: Benjamin

$239.00

XNF 1010

Hazardous Materials Awareness Level

This course is intended for those persons who, in the course of their normal duties, are likely to witness or discover the release or potential release of a hazardous substance. It fulfills the requirements identified in (OSHA) 29 CFR Part 1910.120 and (EPA) 40 CFR Part 311, for hazardous materials responders at the awareness level. Instructor: Benjamin

$49.00

XNF 1020

Hazardous Materials Operations Level

This course is intended for those persons who are part of the initial response to releases or potential releases of hazardous substances for the purpose of protecting people, property and the environment from the effects of (OSHA) 29 CFR Part 1910.120 and (EPA) 40 CFR Part 311, for hazardous materials responders at the operations level. Persons enrolling in this course shall have successfully completed the Hazardous Materials Awareness Level course or equivalent, documented, training. Instructor: Benjamin

$149.00

XNF 1025

IBC Hazardous Materials Seminar

This seminar will be presented to meet the learning needs of those with intermediate to advanced knowledge, skills and experience in understanding and enforcing applicable code restrictions.

$199.00

XNF 1030

Building Construction: Noncombustible, Fire Resistive Construction

This course describes the characteristics of noncombustible and fire-resistive construction as they pertain to the fire service. The primary emphasis is on improving the fir eofficer's knowledge of building construction to ensure fire fighter safety. The course will improve the fire officer's ability to predict the reaction of a building to fire. Participants completing this course will recieve a National Fire Academy certificate. This course is part of a three course series that addresses building construction for fire suppression. Students successfully completing all three courses may be eligible to receive college credit. Students interested in acquiring college credit should contact the Humanities and Social Sciences Division at JCCC.

$33.00

XNF 1040

Building Construction: Principles of Wood and Ordinary Construction

This course describes the characteristics of wood and ordinary construction as they pertain to the fire service. The primary emphasis is on improving the fire officer's knowledge of building construction to ensure fire fighter safety. The course will improve the fire officer's ability to predict the reaction of a building to fire. Participants completing this course will receive a National Fire Academy certificate. This course is part of a three course series that addresses building construction for fire suppression. Students successfully completing all three courses may be eligible to receive college credit. Students interested in acquiring college credit should contact the Humanities and Social Sciences Division at JCCC.

$33.00

XNF 1050

Building Construction: Principles of Construction for Garden and High Rise Buildings

This course describes the characteristics of garden apartments and high rise buildings as they pertain to the fire service. The primary emphasis is on improving the fire officer's knowledge of building construction to ensure fire fighter safety. The course will improve the fire officer's ability to predict the reaction of a building to fire. This course is part of a three course series that addresses building construction for fire suppression. Students successfully completing all three courses may be eligible to receive college credit. Students interested in acquiring college credit should contact the Humanities and Social Sciences Division at JCCC.

$33.00

XNF 1060

5 Alarm Leadership/Pride & Ownership

This program takes the strategy and tactics used by today's fire service leaders and applies them to the business community.

$99.00

XNF 2000

Introduction to Fire Services

A description is not available for this course.

$59.00

XNF 3000

Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT)

The Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) is designed to identify people who are physically able to perform essential job tasks at fire scenes. Successful CPAT participants will be given a certification verifying successful completion of the test. This certificate will facilitate the hiring process for departments requiring successful CPAT completion. A photo I.D. will be required to take the CPAT. (2 sessions)

$75.00

XNF 3001

Fire Service Entrance Examination

The Fire Service Entrance Exam is offered to people seeking positions with fire departments or any entity that requires completion of the FSEE before submitting an application. The FSEE is a standardized test for assessing a person's basic aptitude for the position of firefighter. The test does not assess a person's knowledge of the fire service or firefighting. People who take the test will receive a certificate indicating their score. Bring two #2 pencils with clean erasers. Calculators are not permitted. A study guide is available for purchase at the JCCC Bookstore.

$45.00

XNF 3002

CPAT + Fire Service Entrance Exam

This section includes the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) and the Fire Service Entrance Exam (FSEE).

$99.00

XNF 3010

Code Fooprint: Roadmap to Fire and Life Safety

A description is not available for this course.

$69.00

XNF 3015

Inspection, Text, and Maintanance of Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems

A description is not available for this course.

$525.00

XNF 3020

Fire Pump Applications, Inspection, and Testing

A description is not available for this course.

$525.00

XNF 3025

Ventilation Methods & Techniqu

A description is not available for this course.

$109.00

XNF 3026

Fire Service Fitness Specialist

This 5-day course is designed specifically for the fire services and public safety professional who is invloved in developing and delivering physical fitness programs in their academy or department.

$695.00

XNF 3027

Tactical Medical Responder

This course provides skills one can use to save lives in those few minutes before medics can be introduced into the unsecure, immediate action area.

$0.00