{"id":211,"date":"2019-10-07T13:13:46","date_gmt":"2019-10-07T17:13:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cfcc.edu\/job-training\/?page_id=211"},"modified":"2026-04-01T09:52:06","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T13:52:06","slug":"fire-alarm-systems-training","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cfcc.edu\/job-training\/construction-careers\/fire-alarm-systems-training\/","title":{"rendered":"Fire Alarm Systems Training"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Fire Alarm technicians design, install, service, and inspect fire alarm and voice evacuation systems. Codes require fire alarm technicians to be properly trained and certified. Properly trained and knowledgeable fire alarm system designers and technicians will reduce losses due to fire or false alarms and improve the quality of life in the community.<\/p>\n<p>Cape Fear Community College offers our Fire Alarm Systems Training courses online and allows anyone with an internet connection to take the course. You are not required to have US citizenship, but the course is taught only in English. The <a href=\"http:\/\/www.nicet.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies <\/a> or NICET \u201cis a non-profit organization created by the National Society of Professional Engineers to serve the certification needs of the engineering technology community.&#8221; Fire Alarm Systems Training endorses and encourages NICET certification.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Cape Fear Community College offers Fire Alarm Systems Training through two paths. Students may register for Alarms 101 and Alarms 102 courses or they may register for the Apprenticeship Program.<\/strong><\/p>\n <a class=\"button btn-small\" href=\"https:\/\/cfcc-register.fundfive.com\/filtered\/course\/FAST\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> Search &amp; Register for Upcoming Courses <\/a> \n<h4>Apprenticeship Program<\/h4>\n<p>Fire Alarm Apprenticeship courses begin in late Spring (April\/May) and Fall (Oct\/Nov) and are six months in length each. In total, a student will complete 578 hours of instruction. It will take students 2 years to complete the entire program. Students complete the coursework while working as an apprentice for 4 years.<\/p>\n<p>This program is a registered apprenticeship program through the Department of Labor. Upon completion of the four-level\/four-year program, apprentices will receive their journeyman card and certificate. The apprenticeship is open to students nationwide and encourages NICET certification.<\/p> <div class=\"bg-light p-4\">  <div class=\"text-center\"> <strong>Interested in the Fire Alarms Apprenticeship program? Don&#8217;t have a job in the industry yet? Please reach out to <a href=\"m&#97;&#105;lt&#111;&#58;w&#111;rkf&#111;rc&#101;&#105;nf&#111;&#64;cfcc&#46;&#101;d&#117;\"> w&#111;rkf&#111;rc&#101;&#105;nf&#111;&#64;cfcc&#46;&#101;d&#117; <\/a> to learn more about how to register and get connected with employers for interviews.<\/strong> <\/div>  <\/div> <hr \/>\n<h4>Job &amp; Industry<\/h4>\n<p>Overall employment of Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers is projected to grow 7% from 2024 to 2034, much faster than the average for all occupations. In North Carolina, workers on average earn $57,440.<br \/>\n<em>*Information provided by <a href=\"https:\/\/onetonline.org\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> onetonline.org <\/a> <\/em><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Course Information<\/h4> <div class=\"iwi-accordion\"> <h6 class=\"iwi-target-courses\"> <a href=\"#\"> Courses <\/a> <\/h6> <div id=\"courses\" class=\"\">  <div class=\"bg-light p-4\"> <strong>Alarms 101<\/strong><br \/>\nThis course is designed for individuals new to the fire alarm industry and will focus on fundamentals. Students will learn basic electrical theory and understand resistance, voltage, and current. Individuals currently in the fire alarm industry would benefit from the concepts and theories which will be built upon in the Alarms 102 course.<\/p>\n<p>Students will also acquire a basic understanding of the physics involved in chemical reactions and the by-products of fire. Students will learn essential electrical workmanship and installation methods of fire alarm equipment and devices. The student will gain an understanding of the requirements of codes and standards that govern fire alarm systems and installations. (14.4 CEUs awarded)<\/p>\n<p>Students will become familiar with NFPA 72, the National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, and NFPA 70, the National Electric Code (NEC). These references are consistent with NICET&#8217;s allowable references for Level I and II Fire Alarm Systems exam(s).<\/p>\n<p>Spring: January \u2013 April | Summer: May-August | Fall: September \u2013 December<\/p> <\/div> <hr \/> <div class=\"bg-light p-4\"> <strong>Alarms 102<\/strong><br \/>\nThis course is designed for fire alarm technicians with intermediate experience in the fire alarm industry and will focus on application and design. The subject matter will build upon concepts addressing the behavior and generation of smoke, the combustion process, and the requirements of codes and standards that govern fire alarm systems and installations. (14.4 CEUs awarded)<\/p>\n<p>Students will become familiar with NFPA 72, the National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, NFPA 70, the National Electric Code (NEC), NFPA 101, the Life Safety Code, and the International Building (IBC). These references are consistent with NICET&#8217;s allowable references for Level III and IV Fire Alarm Systems exam(s).<\/p>\n<p>Spring: January \u2013 April | Summer: May-August | Fall: September \u2013 December<\/p> <\/div>  <\/div> <!---\n\n\n<h6 class=\"iwi-target-container1\"> <a href=\"#\"> Curriculum <\/a> <\/h6>\n\n\n&#091;cell2 id=\"container1\"&#093;\n<strong>Discussion Boards<\/strong>\n\n\n<ul>\n \t\n\n<li>Evaluates the students understanding of the lesson topic.<\/li>\n\n\n \t\n\n<li>Comments supported by codes, standards and references<\/li>\n\n\n \t\n\n<li>Develop the skills of supporting position when dealing with AHJ\u2019s, clients and peers.<\/li>\n\n\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<strong>Lesson<\/strong>\n\n\n<ul>\n \t\n\n<li>Available online through Distance Learning<\/li>\n\n\n \t\n\n<li>Course will last 4 months<\/li>\n\n\n \t\n\n<li>48 lessons, 3 per week (approximately 1 hour each)<\/li>\n\n\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<strong>Pre-Test<\/strong>\n\n\n<ul>\n \t\n\n<li>5 questions, 5 minutes<\/li>\n\n\n \t\n\n<li>Identifies areas of focus<\/li>\n\n\n \t\n\n<li>Allowed to take twice (Exam review)<\/li>\n\n\n \t\n\n<li>Non-Graded<\/li>\n\n\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<strong>Progress Survey<\/strong>\n\n\n<ul>\n \t\n\n<li>10 questions, 10 minutes<\/li>\n\n\n \t\n\n<li>Measures progress<\/li>\n\n\n \t\n\n<li>Graded<\/li>\n\n\n<\/ul>\n\n\n&#091;\/cell2&#093;---><\/div> <hr \/>\n<!--\n\n\n\n<h4>Scholarships<\/h4>\n\n\nThe Cape Fear Community College Foundation has established a scholarship for our Alarms 101 and Alarms 102 courses and NICET exam reimbursement. The John E. Lucas Memorial Scholarship Fund will enhance the quality of life in our community by cultivating Life Safety (Fire Alarm) Engineering Technicians and promoting industry certification by the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET). Cape Fear Community College scholarships come from the reimbursement for continuing education courses. CFCC does not award scholarship funds before enrollment or tuition payment for a course.\n\nIf selected, you will receive the scholarship funds upon meeting the eligibility requirements and providing this application with proof of exam participation. To apply, please email CFCC EWD Scholarships [email]cfcc.ewdscholarships@mail.cfcc.edu[\/email] to request the scholarship application. Scholarships are limited and awarded on a first-come basis.\n\n\n\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"> <a class=\"button px-5\" href=\"https:\/\/cfcc.edu\/continuing-education\/financial-assistance\/\"> <span class=\"text-highlight\">Apply for <\/span> Other Scholarships <\/a> \n\n\n\n--> <div class=\"p-2 py-4 mb-3\">  <div class=\"iwi-accordion\">  <div id=\"tech-physical-reqs\" class=\"\"> <h4 class=\"iwi-target-container-requirements accordion-alt-heading\"> <a href=\"#\"> Course Technical &#038; Physical Requirements <\/a> <\/h4> <div id=\"container-requirements\" class=\"accordion-alt-container rounded-lg shadow-sm\"> <strong>To be successful in this course, students must be able to:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"mt-2\">\n<li>For OTJ: Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull equipment weighing up to approximately 50 pounds.<\/li>\n<li>Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and scaffolding to access fire alarm devices and wiring.<\/li>\n<li>Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces such as ceilings, crawl spaces, and equipment rooms.<\/li>\n<li>Ability to stand, kneel, bend, crouch, and reach for extended periods during installation and service work.<\/li>\n<li>Adequate manual dexterity to use hand tools, testing equipment, wiring tools, and electronic devices.<\/li>\n<li>Ability to visually inspect wiring, components, and system indicators, including reading small labels, diagrams, and digital displays.<\/li>\n<li>Ability to distinguish colors used in electrical wiring and signaling systems.<\/li>\n<li>Ability to hear audible signals and alarms, including system tones and equipment alerts.<\/li>\n<li>For Online Classwork: Students must have reliable access to A desktop or laptop computer, High-speed internet connection, A current web browsee.<\/li>\n<li>students must be able to Log in to and navigate the college\u2019s Learning Management System (LMS), Access course materials, including videos, documents, and external links, Submit assignments electronically Monitor grades and instructor feedback.<\/li>\n<li>Communicate effectively through written digital formats (email, discussion boards, messaging).<\/li>\n<\/ul> <\/div>  <\/div>  <\/div>  <\/div> ","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Fire Alarm technicians design, install, service, and inspect fire alarm and voice evacuation systems. 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