Title: Research NFPA certification options and regional education opportunities.
Course: Firefighting I (15152-I) > Section: Addressing Fire Prevention and Public Fire Education

Research should include

- using reputable online resources
- identifying NFPA certification requirements (e.g., where and when the written exam is offered, identification requirements, prerequisite credentials, and coursework completion)
- creating a timeline for achieving NFPA requirements
- identifying regional programs that offer skills training and/or help with preparing to earn the NFPA certification
- identifying alternative career opportunities based on firefighting coursework
- identifying alternative postsecondary education and training routes.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are the primary Virginia certifications associated with firefighting?
- What are additional certification opportunities related to firefighting?
- What are additional postsecondary education opportunities?