Blue Card Incident Commander (IC) Certification
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Blue Card
The course objective is to produce a safer and more efficient response to structural firefighting incident operations through the practical application of the functions of command. This enables department to save more lives, protect more property, and works to keep the firefighters safe.
Additional DetailsSkills
Earning Criteria
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The methods of assessment include quizzes and performance rubrics (checklists) with a minimum passing score of 70 percent for online testing and 100 percent for hands-on simulations evaluations.
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Instructional strategies include: audio visual materials, case studies, discussion, computer-based training, coaching/mentoring, practical exercises, classroom exercise.
Endorsements
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American Council on Education
This credential has been successfully evaluated by the American Council on Education for college credit. It is recommended for a total of 5 college credits. For more information about ACE CREDIT evaluations, visit www.acenet.edu. -
American Council on Education
5 semester hours in incident command, risk management, fire science in the upper-division undergraduate category