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- School Code: 412150
- Phone: (702) 342-0000 x00000
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$1,903Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
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Fire Science Degree
The fire science program at Columbia Southern University prepares students for careers as firefighters, fire inspectors, fire investigators, first line supervisors, or managers of firefighters. The program focuses on the duties of firefighters. Program courses include: firefighting equipment operation and maintenance, principles of fire science and combustible substances, methods of controlling different types of fires, hazardous material handling and control, fire rescue procedures, public relations, and laws and regulations. Get more details below including other Nevada colleges that offer fire science degrees.
Columbia Southern University
9340 W. Sahara Ave Ste. 205, Las Vegas, NV
Columbia Southern University, headquartered in Orange Beach, Alabama, was founded in 1993 by Dr. Robert G. Mayes Sr., who remained president of the school until his death in 2005. The school provides online degree programs, and has expanded its program offerings since its foundation. The school is designed to meet the scheduling demands of its students, allowing for familial and work obligations to be fulfilled while pursuing a degree. The school is accredited by the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC), which is a member of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
Academics
Columbia Southern University offers certificate, associate, bachelor, master and doctoral programs. The school provides a variety of majors. The school has agreements in place with a large number of universities throughout the country allowing for the transfer of credits to and from the institution, allowing for additional education opportunities.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
Admissions to Columbia Southern University requires individuals wishing to enter its undergraduate programs to be a high school graduate, have a GED, have obtained 12 semester credits from a college, a veteran. The master program requires individuals to have obtained a bachelor degree. The doctoral degree in business administration requires both a bachelor and master degree in business or a related field and a minimum of two years work experience to be considered. Financial aid is available through federal grants and loans, scholarships, or through military aid programs. Students in need of financial aid may contact the school's financial aid office to obtain assistance in the application process. Members of the military trough the army's GoArmyEd tuition assistance program.
Students Enrolled in the Fire Science Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Columbia Southern University has offered the following program levels for students:
- Less Than One Year Certificate
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
Graduates | |
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Less Than One Year Certificate | 9 |
Associate's Degree | 638 |
Bachelor's Degree | 24 |
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 644 |
Female | 27 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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American Indian | 9 |
Asian | 13 |
Black | 34 |
Hispanic | 42 |
White | 480 |
Multiple Races | 11 |
Unknown | 82 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Upon completion of the Fire Science program at Columbia Southern University, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:Municipal Fire Fighting and Prevention Supervisors
Description
Supervise fire fighters who control and extinguish municipal fires, protect life and property, and conduct rescue efforts.
Municipal Firefighters
Description
Control and extinguish municipal fires, protect life and property and conduct rescue efforts.
Career Outlook & Projections ()
According to the BLS, municipal firefighters employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.3% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Las Vegas-Henderson-Paradise, NV
- Total Employment: 1
- Average Hourly Rate: $32.05
- Average Annual Salary: $66660
Fire Inspectors
Description
Inspect buildings and equipment to detect fire hazards and enforce state and local regulations.
Career Outlook & Projections ()
According to the BLS, fire inspectors employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.5% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Las Vegas-Henderson-Paradise, NV
- Total Employment: 110
- Average Hourly Rate: $41.20
- Average Annual Salary: $85700
Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists
Description
Enforce fire regulations, inspect forest for fire hazards and recommend forest fire prevention or control measures. May report forest fires and weather conditions.
Career Outlook & Projections ()
According to the BLS, forest fire inspectors and prevention specialists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 13.1% from 2014 to 2024
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the candidates Columbia Southern University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Columbia Southern University may provide services like those listed below:- Online classes
- Career path counseling