Fire Science Degree

The fire science program at Umpqua 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 Oregon colleges that offer fire science degrees.

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Umpqua Community College

650 College Blvd, Ontario, OR

Umpqua Community College, located in Roseburg, Oregon, was founded in 1964 through the recommendation of a committee formed by the American Association of University Women to establish a community college in Douglas County. The agreement made resulted in the establishment of the school through the cooperation of what is now Southern Oregon University and the Oregon University System. Though classes were offered beginning in 1961, the school was formally given a college district in 1964 through voter approval. Today the school continues to grow and expand and is currently constructing a multimillion dollar viticulture facility.

Academics

Umpqua Community College offers students variety of options that allow for the fulfillment of personal or professional goals. Academic transfer programs provide students with a curriculum that fulfills the requirements for the first two years of a four year education locally and at low cost, followed by transfer to a four year institution. Career training programs prepare students for immediate entry into the workforce upon completing a two year study in their chosen high demand field, allowing for long term employment as a qualified professional. Additionally, adults may choose to pursue continuing education or adult education courses in order to fulfill employment or licensure requirements, or to complete one's education.

Programs offered include:

• Business Administration
• Marketing
• Communications
• Nursing
• Culinary Arts

Admissions and Financial Aid

Any individual who wishes to enroll at UCC may do so by completing the application for admission and paying all associated fees. Students must be at least eighteen years old or have a high school diploma or equivalent. Submission of transcripts and test scores is encouraged, as is meeting with a counselor prior to registration and participation in new student orientation. Financial aid is available as loans, grants and scholarships which are awarded based on need as determined by the student's Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

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).