Fire Science Degree

The fire science program at Central Ohio Technical 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 Ohio colleges that offer fire science degrees.

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Central Ohio Technical College (COTC)

251 N. Main Street, Cedarville, OH

The Central Ohio Technical College operates for campuses and offers online courses in order to better assist and educate residents of its service area. The campuses are located in Coshocton, Mount Vernon, Newark and Reynoldsburg, Ohio. The school has active extracurricular and cultural activities, includes over 50 clubs and organizations. COTC prides itself on its faculty and staff, its ability to work with students, and its state of the art facilities.

Academics

 Central Ohio Technical College offers over 50 degree and certificate programs for transfer or career. COTC focuses on fast growing fields of study, and provides state of the art facilities and education to ensure that its students are qualified whether they transfer to a four year institution or choose to enter the work force after program completion.

Some programs offered include:

• Diagnostic Medical Sonography
• Mathematics
• Information Technology
• Nursing
• Criminal Justice Technology
• Forensic Science Technology

Admissions and Financial Aid

Students interested in attending the Central Ohio Technical College should create an online profile at the COTC website followed by submitting the online application. Those applying should have a high school diploma or GED and be at least 18 years of age.

COTC provides financial aid to qualifying individuals. For more information on how to determine eligibility and what types of aid are available students are encouraged to contact the financial aid office.

Students Enrolled in the Fire Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. COTC offers an associate's degree program in fire science.

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).