Fire Science Degree

The fire science program at Southeastern Community College – West Burlington 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 Iowa colleges that offer fire science degrees.

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Southeastern Community College – West Burlington

701 North C St, Indianola, IA

Southeastern Community College is an educational institution with roots deep in the local community.  With campuses in Burlington, Ft. Madison, and Keokuk, Iowa, SCC is educating Iowa! Offering a broad range of programs from TV Animation and Film to Welding and Graphic Communications, SCC is a great school for students seeking job certification or those wishing to earn an associate degree and transfer to a baccalaureate institution following graduation.

Of course, Southeastern students invest a good deal of time in the pursuit of knowledge. But everyone knows that well-rounded students do more than study. In order to keep their mental faculties sharp and primed, they need rest and recreation! SCC students interested in joining a campus club will be pleased with the cultural, academic, artistic, and social groups available to them.

Southeastern’s in-state and out-of-state tuition rates are extremely attractive, running literally thousands of dollars below U.S. college and university national averages.  Students who want a high-dollar education at a very attractive price will find SCC the smart choice. Those who need financial assistance can apply for financial aid and/or take advantage of Southeastern’s many scholarships.

Students Enrolled in the Fire Science Program

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

• Less Than Two-Year Award
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (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

• Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA
  • Total Employment: 530
  • Average Hourly Rate: $16.86
  • Average Annual Salary: $35070

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).