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Firefighting at JIBC

The Fire & Safety Division provides education and training to new and experienced firefighters in British Columbia.

With foundational and advanced programs designed to exceed provincial safety standards, fire departments recognize that our graduates will confidently and professionally respond to complex situations.

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Associate Certificate

Interior Fire Fighter Operations

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Interior Fire Fighter Operations
If you are a member of the fire service and want to gain the competencies for interior firefighting with…
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Associate Certificate

Exterior Fire Fighter Operations

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Exterior Fire Fighter Operations
If you’re a member of the fire service and want to gain the competencies for exterior firefighting with…
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Firefighting
Certificate

Fire Fighting Technologies (FFTC)

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Fire Fighting Technologies (FFTC)
If you’ve always wanted to be a firefighter and are seeking an academic program known for live-fire training…
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Firefighting
Diploma

Fire & Safety Studies

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Fire & Safety Studies
This academic program builds on the Fire Officer Certificate Program or the Fire Prevention Officer…
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Firefighting
Certificate

Fire Prevention Officer

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Fire Prevention Officer
For those who work in fire prevention, JIBC’s Fire Prevention Officer program enhances your skillset and…
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Firefighting
Certificate

Fire Officer

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Fire Officer
For experienced firefighters, JIBC’s Fire Officer program delivers the education you need to receive your…
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Firefighting
Certificate

Full Service Fire Fighter Operations

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Full Service Fire Fighter Operations
If you’re a member of a fire service and have completed JIBC's Interior Firefighter Operations program, this…
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Advanced Care Paramedic (ACP) Bridging

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Advanced Care Paramedic (ACP) Bridging
These courses will prepare Advanced Care Paramedics (ACPs) trained outside of British Columbia (BC) with the…
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Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) Refresher

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Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) Refresher
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Sheriff Recruit Training

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Sheriff Recruit Training
If you've been hired as a sheriff recruit with the goal of becoming a deputy sheriff with BC Court Services,…
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Law Enforcement Studies (LESD)

Law Enforcement & Investigation
Law Enforcement Studies (LESD)
If you want to gain the applied skills to be a sought-after graduate pursuing a rewarding career in law…
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Online Firefighter Training Course

Firefighter Training Courses & Resources

The Fire & Safety Division offers a wide range of courses and resources as it works with various partner agencies and organizations to support the education and training needs of the fire service and industry.

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Course List by NFPA Standard

Find out which JIBC courses are available that meet specific National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards in firefighter training. All courses are available on a customized contract basis.

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Mobile Live Fire Trailer

JIBC's Mobile Live-Fire Training Lab

The JIBC Mobile Live-Fire Training Lab is a unique resource that offers municipal and industrial fire departments throughout B.C. the opportunity to provide essential live-fire training in their own region.

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JIBC Student Support

Challenges to mobility. Difficulty studying or taking tests. Acceptance of gender identity. Mental health issues following a traumatic incident. These are just some of the issues where Student Services can help.

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