B.S. in Fire Administration – Emergency Medical Services

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Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Fire Administration – Emergency Medical Services

Overview
What You Will Study
Careers
Benefits
Military

Learn to Facilitate Saving Lives Through a Bachelor’s in Fire Administration – Emergency Medical Services

It takes special individuals with the right training and experience to lead others through the darkness and care for their health. Individuals who have training and experience can help guide others through troubled times. These individuals are backed by strong and efficient fire and medical service departments that are vital in every community. Liberty’s Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Fire Administration – Emergency Medical Services (EMS) can help prepare you to facilitate these essential services that save lives.

Liberty University teaches all courses from a biblical worldview. This allows you to deepen your understanding of the impact of faith in the interactions you have on a daily basis. This can have a profound effect on your career and abilities.

Through this program, you can expand your understanding of EMS risk management and safety, foundations of EMS systems, and the legal, political, and regulatory environment of EMS. Develop the skills in business, public administration, and leadership needed to create and maintain a successful fire and emergency medical services department with a bachelor’s in fire administration degree from Liberty University.

What Will You Study in Liberty University’s Fire Services – EMS Program?

  • History and theory of public administration
  • Leadership in fire service organizations
  • Legal and political issues in fire administration
  • Ways to reduce community risks

It takes more than licensure or certifications to make an effective leader in the fire and emergency medical service industry. The courses in our comprehensive curriculum provide you with the opportunity to develop the skills needed to be a strong leader and make a tangible difference in your community. Partner with us and develop your management skills with a Bachelor of Science in Fire Administration – Emergency Medical Services.

Potential Careers for Fire Administration – EMS Graduates

The Bachelor of Science in Fire Administration – Emergency Medical Services is designed to expand the qualifications and knowledge of those in or seeking the following careers:

  • Emergency dispatcher
  • Emergency medical technician (EMT)
  • Emergency room technician
  • Emergency services manager
  • Paramedic

Additional training, education, and licensure may be necessary for some positions

Benefits of Pursuing Your B.S. in Fire Administration – EMS with Liberty University

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 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. 
  • To continue our mission of providing affordable education, electronic textbooks are provided for all undergraduate courses at no additional cost to you. As a full-time student, this could save you an estimated $800-2,000 per year on textbooks!
  • Potentially transfer up to 75% of the program into Liberty if approved.
  • You can complete this Bachelor of Science in Fire Administration – Emergency Medical Services program in as little as 120 credit hours!
  • You can expand and augment your knowledge of fire service occupations and prepare to advance your career.

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 degree 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

 

Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
120

Credit Hours

SACSCOC

Class Type

100% online, 8-week courses

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Transfer Credits

Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total

Next Start Date

Jun 23, 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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