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HOW TO APPLY
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
POST-ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
FEES
PATHWAYS
CONTACT US
Post-Admission Requirements
Once you have been accepted, and have confirmed your offer, you may need to complete a further set of requirements related to your program (Post-Admission Requirements).
Vulnerable Sector Check
Prior to the commencement of the second year of study, students may require a vulnerable sector check. The cost is the responsibility of the student. Certain requirements including the vulnerable sector check are beyond the control of Humber and may prevent students from completing the full program and/or securing employment. Students will be guided as they apply for the correct type of police documentation at the appropriate time.
Practical-based Physical Activity
Before participating in this program, students are expected to demonstrate a personal commitment to physical activity and healthy living, and possess the ability to participate in practical-based physical activity courses: resistance training, group exercise classes, cardiovascular training, plyometrics and flexibility training.
Fees
The 2019-2020 fee for two semesters was:
- domestic: $3,754.50
- international: $15,412.00
Fees are subject to change.
Fees by Semester
| Semester 1 | Domestic Fee | International Fee* |
| Total | $1,877.25 | $7,496.00 |
| Tuition | $1,351.41 | $6,970.16 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $469.89 | $469.89 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $55.95 | $55.95 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Semester 2 | Domestic Fee | International Fee* |
| Total | $1,877.25 | $7,496.00 |
| Tuition | $1,351.41 | $6,970.16 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $469.89 | $469.89 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $55.95 | $55.95 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Semester 3 | Domestic Fee | International Fee* |
| Total | $1,877.25 | $7,496.00 |
| Tuition | $1,351.41 | $6,970.16 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $469.89 | $469.89 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $55.95 | $55.95 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Semester 4 | Domestic Fee | International Fee* |
| Total | $1,877.25 | $7,496.00 |
| Tuition | $1,351.41 | $6,970.16 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $469.89 | $469.89 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $55.95 | $55.95 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 | $0.00 |
*Plus Mandatory Health Insurance fee once per academic year: Fall start - $420 Winter start - $280 Summer start - $140
Pathways
Pathways are academic routes that students can take to move from one credential to another.
PATHWAYS OUT TO ANOTHER PROGRAM:
TO A PARTNER INSTITUTION
Law LLB
Humber students who have successfully completed a Diploma in any field at Humber College and meet the requirements, will be considered for admission into the University of Gloucestershire's Law LLB (Hons) (2-year fast track). International students should demonstrate and must provide evidence that they have attained a level of English Equivalent to IELTS 6.0 overall. Alternative acceptable English Language qualifications can be found at: http://www.glos.ac.uk/study/international/Pages/international-students.aspx
Admission to the academic programs listed is at the sole discretion of the partner post-secondary institution. Please contact the institution for detailed admission requirements
Business Bachelor of Business Administration
Students who complete a 2 year diploma at Humber will be granted 60 credit hours toward the completion of a bachelor degree program at Davenport University. You will need to complete a minimum of 60 credit hours (approximately two years of full-time attendance) to meet residency and program requirements and to complete your bachelor degree program. Students must complete a minimum total of 120 semester credit hours to earn a bachelor degree. The total credit hours will include the completed 2 year diploma classes plus any courses completed through Davenport University.
Admission to the academic programs listed is at the sole discretion of the partner post-secondary institution. Please contact the institution for detailed admission requirements.
Bachelor of Applied Management
Graduates of any two-year diploma program at Humber Institute of Technology & Advanced Learning, who have attained a cumulative grade point average of 70% or greater will be eligible to enter year three of the four-year Bachelor of Applied Management (BAM) at the University of New Brunswick, Saint John.
Depending on the diploma program, students may be exempted from study in certain courses and therefore, requested to take alternate courses offered by the Faculty of Business.
For more information please contact: admissions@unb.ca.
Please note: Admission to the academic programs listed is at the sole discretion of the partner post-secondary institution. Please contact the institution for detailed admission requirements.
How to Apply
Applications to Humber are made through ontariocolleges.ca. Be sure to submit your application by the equal consideration deadline of February 1. You may apply after February 1, however, post-February 1 applications will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis depending on the availability of the space in the program. To check program availability refer to the Campus/Availability listing on Humber's program pages or ontariocolleges.ca.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
If you’re an international student, you can apply directly to Humber via our International Centre.
Humber’s Fire Services diploma program teaches you the theory of fire science, fire prevention, safety, and physical and mental health while working in a collaborative environment. You will gain a well-rounded education in fire services and will acquire the knowledge, skills and abilities required by fire and emergency services. You will also develop personal resilience strategies to manage the rigours of this career.
This program does not educate you to become a firefighter. If you would like information on becoming a firefighter, see our Pre-Service Firefighter program.
Courses Learning OutcomesSemester 1
Semester 3
Semester 4
Select 1 from the following courses
Upon successful completion of the program, a graduate will:
- Design, interpret, problem-solve and modify technical projects related to fire protection.
- Analyze the impact of legislation, fire standards, regulations, ethics, and guidelines on the operation of fire services
- Use building construction documentation to evaluate safety hazards when responding to an emergency.
- Advocate for fire services, fire health, safety and prevention to enhance public safety and awareness.
- Apply relevant occupational health and safety regulations, legislation, policies and procedures, ethical principles and professional conduct in various workplaces.
- Apply communication, teamwork and organizational skills to enhance the quality of service in fire services.
- Analyze, within a Canadian context, the impact of historical practices and current trends on the operations in fire science.
- Ensure maintenance of one’s physical and mental health and abide by the occupational standards of the firefighting profession.
- Employ strategies, programs and interventions to provide help to an individual experiencing an acute mental health crisis as well as to address chronic stress related behaviours found in self and others.
- Apply knowledge of human rights and freedoms legislation in all verbal and written interactions.
- Work cooperatively in multidisciplinary teams to achieve mutual goals.
- Develop and implement ongoing effective strategies for personal and professional development to manage the rigors of a career in Emergency Services.
Your Career
Our program will provide you with the knowledge, skills and abilities in a broad range of fire services including emergency measures with municipal fire services, military, provincial ministries within the public sector and safety equipment sector. Graduates may also find employment within the private sector in security, fire inspection and insurance adjustment.
Program Availability
| START DATE | LOCATION | STATUS | INTERNATIONAL STATUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 2020 | North | Open | Open |
Every attempt is made to ensure that information contained on this website is current and accurate. Humber reserves the right to correct any error or omission, modify or cancel any course, program, fee, timetable or campus location at any time without prior notice or liability to users or any other Person.
On June 29, 2018, the Provincial Government of Ontario announced the renaming of the Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Development (MAESD) to the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities (MTCU). Both names may appear on this website.