The Fire Science Technology curriculum provides the skills sought by entry-level firefighters. Recent high school graduates or volunteers can use this program to improve their employment prospects in this profession.
You can start your classes in any semester — August, January or even May. Our program features some evening and online classes.
Kirkwood is the affordable option! We offer more than $3 million in scholarships every year.
Students in this program may be eligible to have half their tuition paid for by the Kibbie Grant.
Graduates of the Fire Science Technology program will be able to:
Learn more about the Fire Science Technology program and it’s specific admissions requirements through an online program conference.
School Year: 2023–24
Program Entry Semester: Fall, Spring, Summer
| Fall | Spring | Summer | Fall | Spring | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Credit Hours per Semester | 15 | 14 | 8 | 14.5 | 12 | 63.5 |
| In-State Tuition | $3,150 | $2,940 | $1,680 | $3,045 | $2,520 | $13,335 |
| Technology Fee per Semester | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $250 |
| Clinical Expenses (mileage, lodging, screenings, etc.) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Conferences/Seminars | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Course Resources (textbooks, software, etc.) | $225 | $425 | $0 | $600 | $312 | $1,562 |
| Course/Section Fees | $0 | $0 | $230 | $40 | $0 | $270 |
| Laptop (required devices) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Testing Fees | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Third Party Credentials | $0 | $0 | $150 | $100 | $0 | $250 |
| Tool Sets | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Uniforms | $25 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $25 |
| Other | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $3,450 | $3,415 | $2,110 | $3,835 | $2,882 | $15,692 |
Costs provided are estimated and based on the following current tuition rates: $210 (In-State), $281 (Out-of-State), $400 (International).
To get into the Fire Science Technology program, you must complete the following, in addition to Kirkwood’s steps to become a student:
Many students transfer into either fire program with some or even nearly all of their general education requirements (e.g. Composition, Psychology, Management, etc.) completed.
Your advisor can tell you how your courses will transfer into either program.
Successful completion of this program leads to a professional licensure or certification. View the state listing guide to identify which Kirkwood program fulfills state guidelines for professional licensure and certification.
Entry-Level Firefighter Certificate
Entry-Level Firefighter Diploma*
To prepare students for the position of entry-level firefighter through accessible, quality education and training, and to promote the value of lifelong learning.
| Chad L. Little | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Title: | Program Coordinator | |||||
| Phone: | 319-784-1726 | |||||
| Email: | chad.little@kirkwood.edu | |||||
| Office: | 124 Jones Hall | |||||
| John Zlabek | ||||||
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| Title: | Adjunct | |||||
| Email: | john.zlabek@kirkwood.edu | |||||