Fire Science Degree

The fire science program at Aims Community College 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 Colorado colleges that offer fire science degrees.

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Aims Community College

208 Edgemont Blvd, Alamosa, CO

Located in a large-town type setting, Aims Community College provides associate’s and certificate programs in Greeley Colorado. Students can pick curriculums in the fields of allied health, aviation, business technology, computer science, education, graphic design, construction, visual and performing arts, automotive, and medical assisting. In addition, the college offers students the opportunity to transfer credits to four-year colleges.

While the campus does not provide student housing or athletic activities, it does feature a bistro, library, a career center, and online education. Students can also obtain financial aid in the form of grants, scholarships, and work-study programs.               

The annual cost for in-state students is just over $3,000 while out-of-state students pay almost $13,000 annually. Established in 1967, the school currently maintains an enrollment of just over 4,800 students and has an almost 60% retention rate. The college, which has over 160 programs that grant degrees and certificates, is located on 5401 W. 20^th Street in Greely. Contact the school at 970-330-8008 for further information. 

Students Enrolled in the Fire Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Aims Community College has offered the following program levels for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

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

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

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

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).