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Associate

Online Associate Degree A.S. Fire Science

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  • Military Support
  • Choose From 11 Start Dates Each Year

$278

Per Credit Hour

Undergraduate

JAN 21

Next Start Date

All Courses

120

Number of Credits

All courses

90

Maximum Transfer Credits

All courses

Program Description

The Associate of Science in Fire Science degree program builds a foundation of the essential skills needed to work in the fire industry. By incorporating a comprehensive curriculum of fire prevention and fire protection, the program of study takes a multi-professional approach to policy integration and academic preparation in specialized fire service equipment and apparatus applications. This degree meets the educational needs of both those who desire to become firefighters and those currently employed in the field who are looking to advance their knowledge base. This program of study is recognized by the Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) through the U. S. Fire Administration’s National Fire Academy (NFA).

Curriculum Breakdown

Curriculum Breakdown

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(* Indicates recommended course of study.)

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Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the program, students should be able to do the following:

Examine the impact of the history of fire service as it relates to current industry trends.
Analyze effective fire prevention methods utilized in fire science organizations and the community.
Apply effective fire protection practices and strategies to various scenarios.
Evaluate the principles of fire chemistry, fire behavior, and safety practices in the fire service industry.
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Tuition Rates

Our goal is to provide the strongest online academic programs at an affordable rate. On average, our tuition is less than half the cost of our competitors.

Course Type
Tuition RatePer Credit Hour*
Undergraduate
$278
Graduate
$359
Doctoral
$561

*Rates are per credit hour. Most courses are three (3) credit hours. Tuition and fees are payable in U.S. funds. Tuition rates are subject to change.

CSU's tuition rate for associate, bachelor's and master's courses is $250 per credit hour for all active-duty military members using tuition assistance except those who are using a Learning Partner discount. The lower rate is offered to keep the tuition rate at the DoD cap of $250.

† CSU Learning Partners receive a tuition discount that is applied to the full tuition rate.

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