Associate of Science in Wildland Fuels & Fire Technology
How Sparks Fly
Build on your wildland fire experience—and gain confidence as a leader in fire and fuel management. Learn the factors that influence wildfire start, spread and management, as well as techniques for fire suppression, prescribed fire and fuel management. Prepare to enter the workforce, expand your wildland fire career or pursue a bachelor’s degree. This program is ideal for permanent and seasonal employees working as wildland firefighters and fire suppression technicians, and for professionals seeking to complete the Office of Personnel Management Federal Series certification requirements.
Fast Facts
- Study with experts in wildland fire and fuel management
- Nationally-ranked Fire Ecology and Management program
- Combines online courses with on-the-job, field-based coursework
- Meets the Office of Personnel Management Federal Series certification requirements
- Degree includes training requirements for FFTI - Squad Boss and FEMO - Fire Effects Monitor positions.