Fire Science Technology

Associate in Science

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Advance your firefighting expertise as you learn key fire supervision and prevention principles.

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Fire Science Technology A.S.

Program Overview

Firefighters can expand their career opportunities with Palm Beach State College's Associate in Science (A.S.) in Fire Science Technology. This broad degree dives into tactics and leadership principles essential to facing the varied challenges encountered in fire and emergency services.

Students choose to specialize in two concentration areas:

Fire Prevention (Code: AS 2195A): In-person and online coursework on fire behavior, protection systems, building construction and more.
Fire Supervision (Code: AS 2195): Online coursework on firefighting strategies and tactics suitable for leadership roles.

Program Details

Admission requirements:
- High school diploma or GED
- Must be a certified Florida firefighter if you're pursuing the Fire Supervision concentration
Location: Online and on-site at Lake Worth campus
Credits: 60
Program length: Two years (full-time)
Start Terms: Fall, Spring Summer. View academic calendar.
Cost: $101 per credit hour for Florida residents, plus fees. View tuition details.
Financial aid and scholarships: Available to qualified students. Learn about financial aid options.

This program is part of the Public Safety Pathway. Learn More

Career Outlook

This degree equips graduates to lead fire companies and mitigate and prevent emergencies — highly sought-after skills that increase employability in the fire service. You'll be prepared for valued roles in fire prevention and as first-line supervisors of firefighting operations. This degree is a pathway into advanced fire science positions that have high salary potential and make a difference in communities.

Stackable Credentials

With the A.S. degree in the Fire Prevention concentration, you can:

Transfer credits seamlessly to PBSC's Bachelor of Applied Science in Supervision and Management.
Pursue Firesafety Inspector I and II and Fire and Lifesafety Educator certifications.

With the A.S. degree in the Fire Supervision concentration, you can:

Transfer credits seamlessly to PBSC's Bachelor of Applied Science in Supervision and Management.
Earn stackable certificates, including PBSC's Fire Officer Supervisor (Officer 1) certificate.
Pursue Fire Service Instructor I and Fire Officer I and II certifications.

Why Choose PBSC?

High Standards: Learn practices approved by the Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) initiative and Florida Bureau of Fire Standards and Training.
Affordable Tuition: PBSC offers some of the lowest tuition rates in Florida, making a cutting-edge fire education accessible to all.
Career-Ready Mindset: Learn from expert faculty and graduate with the skills employers need in today's fire service industry.
Supportive Community: Access industry networking and daily interaction with faculty dedicated to your success.

How to Apply

Apply to the A.S. in Fire Science Technology program by filling out PBSC's general application on the Admissions webpage and choosing the program code for your preferred concentration area:

Fire Prevention code: AS 2195A
Fire Supervision code: AS 2195

Take the Next Steps

Palm Beach State College's A.S. in Fire Science Technology is your affordable, flexible and direct route to a rewarding career in a vital field. Gain the technical, ethical and problem-solving skills employers want. Start your journey today!

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Program Accreditation

This program meets the national model curriculum of the Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) initiative, a national organization of post-secondary institutions that promotes higher education and enhances the recognition of the fire and emergency services as a profession to reduce loss of life and property from fire and other hazards. The program also meets the industry certification requirements of the Florida Bureau of Fire Standards and Training.