Fire Science Technology Associate in Science
Getting Started: Summer 2023
March 13: Financial Aid
May 1: Application
May 8: Classes Begin
Why Seminole State?
- Affordable tuition: Earn a state university education at about half the cost.
- Small class sizes: With classes of 30 or less, you don’t have to learn in an auditorium.
- Online degree option: Most courses for our A.S. degrees are offered in person and online, so you can study when and where you want.
- Seamless transition: Most A.S. graduates earn credits that can be applied to a bachelor's degree at Seminole State or at the University of Central Florida through DirectConnect® to UCF.*
- Job Placement: According to state data, most Seminole State A.S. programs have placement rates above 90 percent.
*A.S. students who are planning to transfer to bachelor's degree programs should meet with a counselor, advisor or specialist to make sure the required courses are taken and the entry requirements are met.
Additional Information
- Firefighter Training Website
- Contact Fire Science
407.708.2540
Your tuition shouldn’t go against your intuition.
Your pursuit of higher education is admirable. So why struggle with high tuition in the process? Here we make life’s next steps affordable. Whether you’re seeking a university transfer (A.A.) degree, a four-year bachelor’s, an Associate in Science degree or even earning a technical certificate, you’ll find reasonable tuition and great value. And to us, that’s scholarly.
In fact, a full-time college education at Seminole State is more than $10,000 less each year than most state universities.
Go For Less.
Tuition and Fee Comparison*
| Seminole State | UF | FSU | UCF | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees | $3,131 | $6,380 | $5,666 | $5,954 |
| Room and Board | -0- | $10,950 | $11,592 | $11,498 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $810 | $1,000 | $1,200 |
| Total | $4,131 | $18,140 | $18,258 | $18,652 |
For more information on Seminole State's tuition and fees, please see the current fee schedule.
* Tuition costs are based on the current academic year for in-state students living on campus. Dorm fees, meal plans and book expenses are estimates based on cost of attendance information provided by the State University System of Florida. Lab fees and other fees that may be assessed at the time of registration may be viewed in the College fee schedule. As Seminole State is a commuter college with no residence halls on its campuses, costs for room and board are not calculated.
Profession
Firefighters apply highly specialized skills and techniques to protect the communities they serve. Often the first responders at a crisis scene, firefighters assess and address medical, vehicle and hazardous materials emergencies and provide natural disaster support. Fire science careers include roles as firefighters, fire investigators and fire inspectors with specializations in emergency management, homeland security and forensics.
Career Opportunities
In addition to community fire departments, graduates are qualified for government installations at airports and positions in private firefighting companies. They are also eligible for roles as fire inspectors, investigators, forest rangers and smoke jumpers.
For career information related to this program, please visit O*Net OnLine.
Job Outlook
Employment in this field is expected to grow by nine percent between 2010 and 2020 (sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics).
College Credit Certificates
Students pursuing this degree may also obtain the Fire Officer I college credit certificate.
Florida State Certifications
The A.S. Fire Science Technology Program's curriculum includes courses that meet state requirements to prepare students for certifications as a:
- Florida Certified Pump Operator
- Fire Instructor
- Fire Investigator
- Fire Officer
- Fire Safety Inspector
Articulation
Students who have completed previous Florida firefighter, fire officer or fire inspector training may be eligible for up to 33 articulated credits toward this program. Students must complete a minimum of 15 credits at Seminole State to qualify.
