Fire Science Technology - Program Overview
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Show up with a scientific mindset
In the moment, in all the gear, firefighters do what needs to be done based on several diverse types of calls. You protect lives, property and communities.
Yet firefighting begins before any alarm sounds and continues long after the trucks are parked. It is a technical science攈ow energy becomes fire, how varied materials respond to heat, how humans can create safer conditions.
Bring your curiosity about the physical world, your interest in people and your drive to be on the team that shows up. We檒l equip you with the science and the technical skills so you can fight fires before, during and after the smoke.
Why study Fire Science Technology with us?
We work closely with the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) to make sure our fire science courses align with their requirements.
Your experienced instructors know you by name攏ot by number. At 黑料社区, the instructors are teachers first, researchers second. They dedicate their careers to helping you learn and understand the significance of this life-saving profession.
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Career Degree
Gain in-demand technical and job-ready skills by earning an associate degree in 2 years. -
Program Length: 2 Years
Finish in 2 years as a full-time student.
Career Degrees
For degree-seeking students who want to start a new career or advance their current career.
Full-time students can earn an Associate Degree in Applied Science (A.A.S.) at 黑料社区 in two years. Gain job-ready skills from experienced instructors and work-based experience from apprenticeships and internships. Some of the courses can even earn college credits, which can transfer to a 4-year college or university to apply toward a bachelor's degree.
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Career Degree
Fire Science Technology A.A.S.
Associate in Applied Science- Cost
- $11,550* (estimated)
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Career Degree
Firefighter Basic Operations A.A.S.
Associate in Applied Science- Cost
- $11,200* (estimated)
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Career Certificate
Firefighter Basic Operations Certificate
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- $3,500* (estimated)
- Stackable Certificate
*Estimated cost is based on the minimum number of credit hours to complete the program. This estimate includes in-district tuition and comprehensive fees for the 2026-2027 academic year, before financial aid, including grants, loans and scholarships, is applied. Actual cost may vary to include additional fees, materials and other cost of attendance factors such as living expenses, transportation, etc. Explore opportunities for financial assistance at 黑料社区. Learn more about the Cost of Attendance.
Courses in the program
Build your foundation with core Fire Science courses. Then, mix in some electives that match your interests and goals.
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