Contact Information
General Contact
- School Code: 471300
- Phone: (417) 836-5000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
FINANCIAL AID RATE
90%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
19:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
6FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$6,176Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Fire Science Degree
The fire science program at Three Rivers Community College – Poplar Bluff 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 Missouri colleges that offer fire science degrees.
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Three Rivers Community College – Poplar Bluff
901 S National Avenue, Springfield, MO
Three Rivers Community College (TRCC) main campus is located in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. It has in-district centers in Doniphan, Piedmont, and Van Buren, and full-service centers in Kennett, Malden, Dexter, Portageville, Sikeston, and Cape Girardeau, Missouri. TRCC also offers courses in many high schools throughout southeast Missouri, as well as courses (and entire degree options) are available online.
TRCC Mission Statement:
Learn about what drives us to be the best, and the commitments we’ve made to ensure we succeed.
Degree Types:
- Associate of Arts (AA) Degree
- Associate of Science (AS) Degree
- Associate of Arts in Teaching (AAT) Degree
- Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree
- One Year Certificates
- Short Term Certificates
View a complete list of Programs of Study via the school site or simply request admissions information from this page today.
Student Services include: Academic Advising, Career counseling, on-campus job opportunities, Student Life Programs, and Student Activities
The Student Service office has established relationships with most of the colleges and universities in Missouri, but as soon as a transfer school is selected, you should contact your advisor at that institution and make arrangements in attempt to ensure a seamless transition.
Tuition:
- Three Rivers District Residents: $75.00 per credit hour
- Out of District Missouri Residents: $120.00 per credit hour
- Out of State Residents: $150.00 per credit hour.
Additional fees include fees such as distance learning, equipment rental, and course fees. To apply online, simply follow the school link above and find out what TRCC can do for you.
Students Enrolled in the Fire Science Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Three Rivers Community College – Poplar Bluff has offered the following degree levels for students:
- Less Than Two-Year Award
- Associate's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Less Than Two-Year Award | 3 |
| Associate's Degree | 2 |
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 5 |
| Female | 0 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
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
Students who have completed the Fire Science program at Three Rivers Community College – Poplar Bluff, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below: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
- Springfield, MO
- Total Employment: 550
- Average Hourly Rate: $18.42
- Average Annual Salary: $38320
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).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give you an idea of the applicants Three Rivers Community College – Poplar Bluff accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Three Rivers Community College – Poplar Bluff may provide services like:
- Online course work available
- Night and weekend classes available
- Remedial courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Helping students find work after graduation
Intercollegiate Athletics
Three Rivers Community College – Poplar Bluff is a Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NJCAA Division I classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Softball
- Rodeo