Technical Certificate in Fire Science
Volunteer State Community College

Program Details

Complete courses that meet the National Fire Academy standards and prepare to help your neighbors when disaster strikes with this online fire science degree. This program is for professional fire service personnel seeking upward mobility in their careers and for citizens interested in entering a fire science career.  

This curriculum provides knowledge, skills, and abilities in practical firefighting operations and fire service management. In particular, you will study the history and theory that assist firefighters in coping with current problems in the field. Learn broad concepts of fire prevention, about active fire protection systems and components, and about building construction as it relates to fire safety.  

This online fire science degree may be used towards completion of the AAS in Fire Science Technology. It is also embedded within the Associate of Arts and the Associate of Science, General Studies area of emphasis.

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School Accreditation & Licensing

Volunteer State Community College is accredited by:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

High School or Equivalent

Application Requirements

Official High School Transcript/GED Score