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BS - FIRE ADMINISTRATION/FIRE INVESTIGATION
Overview
The Bachelor of Science Degree in Fire Administration presents the academic foundations for leadership and administration of fire service organizations. The curriculum follows the FESHE-modeled, multi-disciplinary approach, incorporating fire administration, community risk reduction and tactical fireground considerations. The program also encompasses legal frameworks to applied fire service settings as well as a study of employee safety and healthy work environments. 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).
Degree at a Glance
Number of Credits
120Maximum Transfer Credits
90Tuition per Credit
$270BS - FIRE ADMINISTRATION
Overview
The Bachelor of Science Degree in Fire Administration presents the academic foundations for leadership and administration of fire service organizations. The curriculum follows the FESHE-modeled, multi-disciplinary approach, incorporating fire administration, community risk reduction and tactical fireground considerations. The program also encompasses legal frameworks to applied fire service settings as well as a study of employee safety and healthy work environments. 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).
Degree at a Glance
Number of Credits
120Maximum Transfer Credits
90Tuition per Credit
$270Multiple factors, including prior experience, geography and degree field, affect career outcomes. CSU does not guarantee a job, promotion, salary increase, eligibility for a position, or other career growth.
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Founded in 1993, CSU has helped over 80,000 adult learners earn their degrees. CSU is still an institution that values family, learning, and exceptional service.
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On Average, Our Tuition is Less Than Other Online Universities.*
Offering some of the lowest rates per credit among other online universities, we are committed to helping you achieve your goals through affordable education. CSU Learning Partners receive a tuition discount that is applied to the full tuition rate. On top of that, textbooks are provided at no cost.
*Source: U.S. Department of Education, National Center for Education Statistics, Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), Winter 2021-2022, Student Financial Aid component.
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