Certificate in Fire & Forest Management Professional
Northern Arizona University

Program Details

You can become a wildland firefighter with the Certificate in Fire & Forest Management Professional from Northern Arizona University. The online forestry undergraduate certificate program provides a solid foundation for firefighters as well as natural resource professionals seeking training in general land and fire management. Your online courses cover such topics as:

  • Fire effects on ecosystems
  • Wildland fire management
  • Fire behavior monitoring and modeling
  • Chemical and physical properties of fire

Through the online forestry program, you learn to write a fire monitoring plan and analyze fire behavior. With the increase in the number and severity of wildfires across the country, you can put your skills to work in the fight against climate change effects.

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School Accreditation & Licensing

Northern Arizona University is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

High School or Equivalent

Recommended GPA

2.75 or above (4.0 scale)

Admission Tests

Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)

Application Requirements

Official High School Transcript/GED Score