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Apr 19, 2024
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2019-2020 Catalog and Student Handbook [Archived Catalog]
Fire Science Technical Certificate
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The Fire Science Certificate at Columbia State is designed to prepare current and future firefighters for careers and advancement in the firefighting profession. Coursework will be delivered in a blend of on-ground, hybrid, and online formats. The program is designed for those who have little or no experience with the fire service industry in preparation for entry-level positions. The certificate may also allow experienced firefighters to expand learning with credit for knowledge and skills gained through training and certifications.
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Required Courses - Total Credit Hours: 30
Students must complete an application for admission to the College, satisfy the rotation requirements and attend any required information/registration sessions before they can register for FIRE courses.
The Following courses are required - Semester Credit Hours 18
Plus four (4) courses - Credit Hours 12
Choose from the list below, depending upon course availability.
Note(s):
Requirements for Graduation include:
- Total certificate hours must be 30
- earn 25% of total program credits in residence at Columbia State
- earn a GPA of at least 2.0 in program courses
- earn a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher
Program began Fall 2019; therefore Gainful Employment information is not available at this time.
For more information contact:
Health Sciences Division office at healthsciences@columbiastate.edu
931.540.2599 or 931.540.2600
Detailed information is also available via www.columbiastate.edu/FireScience
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