Prevent fires and save lives. Thomas Nelson offers a career studies certificate and associate degree in Fire Science.
The career studies certificate is just the beginning of your journey to a rewarding fire science career and includes courses in emergency services, hazardous materials chemistry, fire behavior, combustion and more. The associate degree curriculum focuses on fire suppression, fire science management, prevention, arson investigation and the mitigation of hazardous material accidents.
Possibilities
The theoretical and practical lessons that you will learn in Thomas Nelson’s associate degree program will prepare you for employment in the public or private fire science field as a:
- fire inspector
- fire investigator
- firefighter
- forest fire inspector and prevention specialist
Online Learning Option This program can be completed online or in the classroom.
Career Exploration
Learn more about a career in this field, how much it typically pays, what the demand is, and how your education can help you become qualified.
College Catalog
For the most up-to-date information about this program, including courses, credits, and other requirements, please refer to our College Catalog.