B.S. Fire Services Administration

Idaho State University is recognized by the U.S. Fire Administration as an official Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) educational institution. The Associate and Bachelor of Science degrees in Fire Services Administration closely follow the FESHE model and are designed to provide you with the knowledge, skills and abilities to reduce loss of life and property from fire and other hazards. The FESHE Model is a key component in the National Professional Development Model and the success of the fire professional. At the Associate level students will learn foundational skills in firefighter safety, building construction for fire protection, fire behavior and combustion, fire prevention, and fire protection systems. In addition, the program explores leadership and legal aspects of the fire services. The program further serves fire service professionals seeking a bachelor level degree with an expanded knowledge in the field of fire. The curriculum includes political and legal foundations for fire protection, applications of fire research, fire prevention organization and management, personnel management, administration, community risk reduction and fire services ethics.