Online Fire and Safety Bachelor’s Degrees

Fire Protection Administration
Fire Protection and Safety Engineering Technology

EKU now offers 2 of the nation’s top undergraduate programs in Fire and Safety–Online.

EKU's Online Fire & Safety Bachelor Programs give students the opportunity to advance within the Fire Industry while allowing them the flexibility they need. A Bachelor’s degree from EKU will give students the tools they need to be a leader in the Fire industry. EKU offers 2 degrees allowing students to tailor their education to best suit their career of choice.

Bachelor of Science in Fire Protection Administration

Study the prevention of fire, its behavior and combustion, fire protection systems and principles of emergency services.

Fire administrators play an integral part within their departments by working hard to build stronger, more efficient teams to help ensure safety.

Potential Careers:

• Fire Chief
• Deputy Chief
• Assistant Fire Chief
• Battalion Chief, Fire Captain
• Fire Lieutenant
• Fire Prevention/Code Inspector

 

Bachelor of Science in Fire Protection and Safety Engineering Technology

Address the most current fire protection challenges and learn cutting-edge research on protective measures and limiting fire damage.

Fire protection and safety engineering technology professionals work hard to develop safer, faster, and more effective safety processes and equipment. They work with firefighters and other safety professionals to help increase safety standards.

Potential careers:

• Fire Inspector
• Fire Protection Technician
• Fire Investigator
• Fire Protection Engineering Technologist

 

 Program Overview

Both degrees engage students through hands-on coursework, real- world demonstrations, and video lectures led by dedicated and industry renowned faculty. The online format allows students to be fully immersed in the curriculum and provides the flexibility to juggle work and personal demands.

Course Overview

Eastern Kentucky University’s Online Fire & Safety programs are designed and delivered to give you superior instruction and ongoing support to help you succeed and complete your degree online. As a student in the program, you will have unprecedented academic, technical and administrative support and resources from EKU’s staff.

Each degree offers specialized courses that provide detailed instruction within the discipline. However, below are some courses offered within both degree programs: