Fire and Emergency Response Management

Bachelor of Applied Studies

If you already have an associate degree in fire protection, fire science, paramedic technician or emergency management from the Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) or a similar institution, this program is for you!

Bachelor of Applied Studies Degree

The first-of-its-kind in Wisconsin, the Center for New Learning Fire and Emergency Response Management program builds on the skills you already have and prepares you to manage complex public health and safety organizations. It is tailored to firefighters and emergency responders who want to take their careers to the next level.

The Bachelor of Applied Studies in Fire and Emergency Response Management emphasizes:

  • Personnel management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Writing and communication
  • Data gathering and analysis
  • Administrative law
  • Management and budgeting
  • Leadership

This program features hybrid courses, which include both online and classroom instruction.

Did You Know?

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, firefighters and emergency management specialists will be among the highest-demand jobs through 2014.

Fire Science Camp for Youths

Fire Science Camp for Youths

July 13-16, 2008 (Basic)

July 20-23, 2008 (Advanced)