Contact Information
General Contact
- School Code: 342750
- Phone: (951) 779-0700
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
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15:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
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$4,857Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
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Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Fire Science Degree
The fire science program at University of Antelope Valley 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 California colleges that offer fire science degrees.
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University of Antelope Valley (UAV)
1989 Atlanta Ave, Riverside, CA
History
Founded in 1997 by Marc Johnson, the University of Antelope Valley was originally a training center offering classes in CPR and first aid. The facilities continued to expand until 2009, where UAV became an accredited institution offering associates, bachelors and masters degrees. The school is continuing to expand, with plans to offer a wider variety of educational programs and expand the campus.
Academics
UAV offers an increasing number of programs from certificate and continuing education courses to master's degrees. UAV places a high amount of importance on education, offering educational opportunities to the global community in order to produce qualified individuals.
Programs offered include:
- Business Management
- Criminal Justice
- Nursing
- Hospitality Management
- Medical Assistant
- Massage Therapy
Admissions and Financial Aid
UAV has an online application to begin the admissions process. Interested students must take an assessment test and provide proof of identification. Some admissions policies will vary based on degree pursued. Financial aid is available and all students are encouraged to pursue financial aid opportunities by meeting with a counselor at the financial aid office.
Athletics
The UAV Pioneers have a baseball and softball team that play in the NCSA Southern Pacific Conference.
Students Enrolled in the Fire Science Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. UAV offers an associate's degree program in fire science.
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 4 |
| Female | 1 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Hispanic | 3 |
| Unknown | 1 |
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 University of Antelope Valley, 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
- Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA
- Total Employment: 2
- Average Hourly Rate: $27.64
- Average Annual Salary: $57490
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
- Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA
- Total Employment: 40
- Average Hourly Rate: $36.61
- Average Annual Salary: $76140
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 admissions information below may give an overview of the students University of Antelope Valley accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, University of Antelope Valley may provide services like those listed below:- Distance learning
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Remedial courses
- Counseling assistance
- Student employment
- Assisting students to find work
Intercollegiate Athletics
UAV is a Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), with many of the sports being in the NAIA Division II classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (California Pacific Conference)
- Basketball (California Pacific Conference)
- Soccer
- Softball
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball