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Emergency Services -- Programs and Degrees
Programs and Degrees
Bachelor of Science in Public Emergency Services Management
Designed to prepare students for career advancement in local, state, federal, and private emergency response agencies. Graduates of the four-year program will possess enhanced leadership knowledge and skills which will prepare them for senior leadership positions. Emergency services administration salaries in Utah range from $36,000 to $80,000 a year.
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Bachelor of Science in Technology Management, Fire Science Specialty
The Bachelor of Science in Technology Management, Fire Science Specialty is imbedded in the Technology Management Department and focuses on technology management principles. Students are allowed to pick an area of specialty to focus their studies and enhance their management skills attainment.
Associate of Science-Fire Science or Associate of Applied Science-Fire Science
The Associate of Science-Fire Science and Associate of Applied Science-Fire Science programs provide skill development and proficiency in three specialty areas:
- Fire Officer
- Firefighter/Paramedic
- Wildland Firefighter
These specialties provide the skills necessary to obtain employment and function within the fire and emergency medical service delivery disciplines.
A firefighter works approximately 110 days each year. The work is generally shift work - 24 hours on and 48 hours off. Those hired begin work as Firefighters and EMTs. Additional opportunities as Fire Engineers, Paramedic Firefighters, Fire Inspectors, Lieutenants, Captains, Battalion Chiefs, etc., are also available. The average starting salary for firefighters is $28,000 - $32,000 a year.