2025-2026 Surry Community College Catalog 
    
    May 18, 2025  
2025-2026 Surry Community College Catalog

Initial Fire and Life Safety Educator Workforce Certificate


Certificate Description

This certification covers the NFPA 1035 Standard for Fire and Life Safety Educator Professional Qualifications, Current Edition. 

Program Learning Outcomes

Firefighter students will:

  • Learn to operate safely and effectively at an emergency incident.
  • Participate as a member of a team to educate the public and special needs groups about fire safety in the home and workplace.
  • Perform the duties of a Fire and Life Safety Educator in the State of North Carolina.

Employment Opportunities 

Upon completion of this certification, individuals will be able to function and apply for positions as a credentialed fire and life safety educator in the State of North Carolina.

Instructional Format

Classroom and hands on skills

Contact

Ian K. Harrell
Director of Fire and Rescue Programs/ESTC
Email: harrelli@surry.edu
Phone: (336) 386-3403

Additional information: https://surry.edu/areas-of-study/workforce-training/law-public-safety

Fire and Life Safety Educator Certification Courses


Financial Aid Opportunities Available


Financial aid is available to eligible students: https://surry.edu/paying-for-college/financial-aid/
Contact: financialaid@surry.edu or (336) 386-3341 for more information.

Virginia residents pay the same rate as in-state students.

Members of approved North Carolina fire departments and rescue squads may be eligible to receive tuition waivers for these classes.