FIRE SCIENCE DEGREE PROGRAMS ONLINE

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Fire Science Degrees Online

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University of Maryland University College

• Bachelors in Fire Science
  The major in fire science covers disaster planning and the administration of fire-protection services, encompassing all areas of incendiary-fire management. Developed in conjunction with the National Fire Academy of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the major serves fire-service professionals seeking state-of-the-art knowledge to support advancement to chief executive management and senior leadership positions.

University of Maryland University College is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.

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Columbia Southern University

• Associate of Applied Science Degree in Fire Science
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Fire Science
  The fire science bachelor's degree presents the theoretical foundations for leadership and administration of fire service organizations. Extending from a comprehensive curriculum of fire prevention and fire protection, this program takes a multi-professional approach to policy integration, management of organizations and human resources, and includes comprehensive academic preparation in specialized fire service equipment and apparatus applications.

CSU is an accredited member of the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC). CSU is also on the list of institutions where military personnel can apply their education benefits.

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Eastern Kentucky University - Online

• BS in Fire & Safety Engineering Technology (Fire Protection Administration)
  At Eastern Kentucky University (EKU), you can earn your degree in fire science while you work. Put more money in your pocket and in your pension plan with a bachelor's degree in fire science, and move to the front of the line for career advancement and promotions. Looking to enhance your skills in Fire Administration? Our 31 credit-hour certificate program will help you develop technical knowledge and managerial skills that you can immediately apply in the workplace - and it requires no prior college credit. Applications for admission are accepted five times annually.
  
  Fire Safety Degrees at EKU
  
  EKU's Fire & Safety Engineering Technology students may qualify for federal finacial aid and/or private student loans, providing the assistance you need to get your degree and increase your earning capacity. EKU's Fire & Safety instructors are nationally and internationally renowned for their research, teaching and commitment to the fire and safety fields. Our faculty works closely with FEMA to establish best practices and are active in a variety of distinguished professional organizations, including:
  • National Fire Protection Association
  • The National Association of Fire Investigators
  • International Society of Arson Investigators
  • The International Association of Fire Chiefs
  EKU is dedicated to student success and utilizes a hands-on approach to teaching. Boost your fire and safety career today with an accredited degree from Eastern Kentucky University.
• Certificate in Fire & Emergency Services
• Certificate in Fire & Safety Engineering Technology
• MS in Safety, Security & Emergency Management - Fire & Emergency Services

Eastern Kentucky University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).

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Grand Canyon University

• MS in Executive Fire Service Leadership

Grand Canyon University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

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Keiser University - Fire Science

• Associate of Science Degree in Fire Science

The Fire Science program at Keiser University is 100% online. Keiser University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097: Telephone 404-679-4501) to award associate, bachelor's and master's degrees.

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Chemeketa Community College
Chemeketa Online offers over 260 college courses and professional workshops, 5 degree and 2 certificate programs students can complete online. Chemeketa's online/distance education Fire Protection Technology degrees are designed for fire service professionals active in the field. Chemeketa offers the following online fire protection technology associate degree programs:

• Associate of Applied Science in Fire Protection Technology - Fire Prevention
• Associate of Applied Science in Fire Protection Technology - Fire Suppression

Course work is accredited by the Oregon Board on Public Safety Standards and Training and by the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress.

Cogswell College
The Degrees at a Distance Program, an NFA Higher Education Program, has been at Cogswell since 1981. It was designed to give fire service personnel a platform to complete a Bachelor of Science degree in Fire Science with a concentration in either Fire Administration or Fire Prevention/Technology through distance learning. Courses are delivered via an online course management system. In addition, Cogswell College offers five-day resident programs each term at various locations in our three-state territory; Arizona, California, and Nevada.

Eastern Oregon University
Eastern Oregon University offers the following degrees in fire services administration:

• Fire Services Administration BA/BS

Eastern Oregon University is accredited by the Northwest Association of Schools and Colleges.

Pikes Peak Community College
Pikes Peak Community College offers the following program in fire science:

• Associate of Applied Science in Fire Science Technology

Accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Rio Hondo College
The Public Safety Division of Rio Hondo College offers online courses in fire sciences. Online courses include:

• Fire Behavior and Combustion
• Fire Protection Equipment and Systems

Accredited by the Western Association of Colleges and Schools.

St. Petersburg College
St. Petersburg College offers online the following undergraduate certificates in fire science technology:

• Fire Inspector I
• Fire Investigator I
• Fire Officer I

Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

University of Florida
The University of Florida offers an accessible Bachelor of Science program for members of the fire and emergency services:

• Bachelor of Science in Fire and Emergency Services

The University of Florida is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

University of Illinois Fire Science Institute
The University of Illinois offers this online certificate in fire fighting:

• Certified Fire Fighter II Program

The Institute also offers courses in Hazardous Materials Awareness. Accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

University of North Carolina at Charlotte
The University of North Carolina at Charlotte offers the following distance education degree in fire safety:

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology / Fire Safety

Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Worcester Polytechnic Institute offers several study options in fire protection engineering:

• Not for credit courses
• Graduate credit continuing education courses
• Graduate Certificate in Fire Protection Engineering
• Advanced Certificate in Fire Protection Engineering
• Master of Science in Fire Protection Engineering

The program is delivered through videotape, interactive videoconferencing technology, over the Web, or a combination of these technologies. Accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.