Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Fire Administration
Our Bachelor’s in Fire Administration is a World-Class Emergency Management Degree
Are you ready to take your fire service career to the next level and make a lasting impact on your community? Liberty University’s Bachelor of Science in Fire Administration is designed to help you become a skilled and knowledgeable leader in fire prevention, emergency response, and public safety. This degree can help equip you with the tools to manage fire service operations, develop safety strategies, and protect lives and property in a rapidly changing world.
Through this program, you’ll explore advanced topics such as fire behavior, emergency management, and risk reduction strategies. You can learn how to develop and implement safety policies, lead teams in high-pressure situations, and analyze emerging challenges in fire protection. With a curriculum rooted in leadership and ethical decision-making, Liberty’s program helps you prepare to approach your responsibilities with integrity and confidence.
Whether you’re an experienced firefighter looking to advance into leadership or you’re just beginning your journey in fire services, this degree can help you achieve your goals. By completing this program, you can be ready to pursue roles such as fire chief, safety officer, or emergency management director, making a meaningful difference in the safety and well-being of your community.
What Will You Study in Our Bachelor’s Degree in Fire Administration?
Within our fire administration bachelor’s degree, you can complete courses in:
- Fire prevention and protection
- H.R. management in fire service organizations
- Incident command system, emergency planning, and emergency management
- Leadership in fire service organizations
Liberty’s online B.S. in Fire Administration degree is designed to set you apart from others in the field through specialized training in administration and leadership that is specifically tailored to fire services. Whether you are on the front lines as an emergency responder or ensuring safety behind the scenes, our B.S. in Fire Administration can help prepare you as a leader who can think clearly under pressure and make an impact in your community.
You may also be interested in exploring our Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies.
Potential Careers for Fire Administration
- Battalion chief
- Company officer
- Deputy chief
- Fire lieutenant or captain
Highlights of Choosing Our Online Bachelor’s Degree in Fire Administration
As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.
Here’s what sets us apart:
- Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your online fire administration degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
- A maximum of 90 credit hours of the program may transfer into Liberty if approved.
- You can complete this program in as little as 120 credit hours!
Military Benefits
Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:
- Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/retirees
- Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
- Current Department of Defense employees
We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $250 per credit hour for undergraduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $565 per course)
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
- Potential college credit for military training
Credit Hours
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Feb 10, 2025
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
600+ Online Degrees
With over 600 online degrees, we have something that will accommodate your dreams and calling.
Backed by a brick-and-mortar campus
Our residential campus ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America. That commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well.
No tuition increase for 9 years
We want to help you pursue your goals – so while tuition rates at most universities have continued to increase over the years, the majority of our rates haven’t.
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