Colleges and Universities Offering Certificate in Fire Fighting and Rescue in South Africa

Certificate in Fire Fighting and Rescue is a comprehensive program that equips individuals with the essential skills and knowledge to respond effectively in emergency situations. This course covers a wide range of topics including fire prevention, fire behavior, rescue techniques, hazardous materials handling and emergency medical response. Participants will gain practical experience through hands-on training and simulations, ensuring their readiness to handle real-life emergencies.

Career Opportunities for Certificate in Fire Fighting and Rescue Graduates:
1. Firefighter
2. Fire Inspector
3. Fire Safety Officer
4. Emergency Response Coordinator
5. Fire Training Instructor
6. Airport Firefighter
7. Industrial Safety Specialist
8. Fire Investigation Officer
9. Fire Department Administrator
10. Health and Safety Officer

Institutions Offering Certificate in Fire Fighting and Rescue

•  QAS Aviation Academy, Benoni  
  Modules covered
  
  (a) Theory of Fire
  
  (i) Triangle of fire
  
  
  (b) Extinguishing methods
  
  (i) Smothering
  
  (ii) Starving
  
  (iii) Cooling
  
  (c) Classifications
  
  (i) Classes of fires
  
  
  (d) Causes of fires
  
  (e) Prevention of fires
  
  (f) Fire Fighting General
  
  (i) Crew Responsibilities
  
  (ii) Precautions when fire fighting
  
  (iii) Specific Fire Management
  
  (iv) Smoke and fumes in the cabin
  
  (v) Smoke detector activation
  
  (vi) Circuit breaker reset procedure
  
  
  (g) Equipment
  
  (i) Types of equipment
  
  (ii) Use of various equipment
  
•  Project Maritime Training, Saldanha  
  Course name: Marine fire fighting and prevention
  
  
  Course requirements
  
  (i) Delegates must be at least 16 years of age
  
  (ii) Proficiency in English Language written and Verbal skills
  
  (iii) Medically Fit
  
  
  Course duration: Three days
•  Mega Aero Training Academy (MATA), Kempton Park  
  Training covers the following:
  
  (i) Cabin Crew
  
  (ii) Flight Crew
  
  (iii) Ground Staff
  
  (iv) Aircraft engine and wheel fire
  
  (v) Basic Fire Prevention
  
  (vi) Fire Officer 1 and 2
  
  ​(vii) Fire Marshall Training
•  Cranfield Aviation Training, Johannesburg  
  Fees: R750
•  Alisha Training Consultants , Pretoria  
  

---

More Certificate Courses in South Africa

---

View all courses in South Africa

---