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From devastating wildfires to residential and commercial blazes, firefighters must be ready to respond to a dangerous range of challenges. For those who choose to serve the community as firefighters, the thrill of the work and the reward of civic duty can far outweigh the hazards.

Careers in Fire Science
Within a fire department chain of command, one usually finds engineers, part-time workers, captains, lieutenants, and chiefs of various ranks. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports salary ranges for firefighters at a variety of levels in 2004, including:
  • Fire chief: $68,701 - $89,928
  • Assistant fire chief: $57,860 - $73,713
  • Fire captain: $49,108 - $59,374
  • Engineer: $41,294 - $52,461

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Columbia Southern University
  • 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.

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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.

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University of Maryland University College
  • BS 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.

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