Fire Science Degree

The fire science program at Madisonville 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 Kentucky colleges that offer fire science degrees.

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Madisonville Community College

Also known as Louisville Seminary

1044 Alta Vista Rd, Louisville, KY

About
Madisonville Community College, located in Madisonville, Kentucky, was founded in 1968, was originally part of the Kentucky Community College System, but consolidated with Madison Technical College in 2001 when under the newly formed the Kentucky Community and Technical College System.

The KCTCS is comprised of 16 member schools, offering technical and academic programs to residents ensuring that they all have access to postsecondary education. Madisonville Community College is dedicated to providing the best possible education and services to its community, reviewing and updating programs and facilities to remain current and modern.

Academics
Madisonville Community College offers a variety of programs that result in an associate degree, certificate or diploma. Students will be able to choose a program of study that best suits one's academic or career goals. Academic transfer programs are designed to facilitate the transfer to a four year institution after the completion of the freshman and sophomore years of a bachelors degree.

Transfer to a public Kentucky college or university is made easier through agreements in place with KCTCS schools. Students wishing to transfer to a private or out of state school should meet with a counselor to outline a curriculum that best meet that school or schools transfer requirements.

Career and technical programs provide students with an education in a high demand field, providing the training, skills, and knowledge to operate as a professional in that field upon completion. Such programs typically take between one and two years to complete, resulting in an associate degree, certificate, or diploma.

Students enrolled in such a program will have a traditional classroom education combined with experience building practical courses. Graduates may seek employment immediately after graduation, though some fields may require certification or licensure.

Programs offered include:

• Business Administration
• Criminal Justice
• Nursing
• Paralegal
• Occupational Therapy Assistant

Admissions and Financial Aid
As an open enrollment institution, students interested in enrollment need only meet the minimum requirements for admissions to become a student at the school. Students should submit a completed application, along with transcripts and a standardized test score, after which it is recommended they participate in orientation and meet with a counselor to discuss programs, curriculum and goals. Registration for courses takes place prior to the start of each semester, with tuition fees due shortly thereafter.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Students in need of financial assistance must obtain a federal PIN online, followed by the completion and submission of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the resulting student aid report (SAR) from which will be used to determine financial need, program eligibility, and monetary awards.

Financial aid must be reapplied for at the start of each academic year, and is typically only available for full time students. Applicants may be asked to provide additional financial information to ensure that the SAR is accurate prior to the disbursement of funds.

Students Enrolled in the Fire Science Program

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

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Less Than Two-Year Award
• 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

Salary & Wages

• Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN
  • Total Employment: 780
  • Average Hourly Rate: $18.19
  • Average Annual Salary: $37830

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

• Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN
  • Total Employment: 50
  • Average Hourly Rate: $27.56
  • Average Annual Salary: $57330

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).