Online Fire Administration Certificate
Have experience as a fire service professional? Looking for career advancement in your career? The Certificate in Fire Administration is geared to help you do just that and allows current fire service professionals to fast-track their career progression and make a difference in their community.
What is a Certificate in Fire Administration?
As the complexity of emergency response, fire prevention, and emergency services management increases, there is a significant demand for professionals who possess advanced knowledge in these areas. This program is designed to equip students with the knowledge and leadership skills to address challenges, preparing them for careers in leadership roles within the fire industry.
A degree in fire administration helps to open the door for higher-level positions and promotion opportunities within the industry. This certificate can be completed as its own program of study.
However, for students also seeking to complete their bachelor’s degree, the Certificate in Fire Administration curriculum can also serve as a focus track for the Bachelor of Arts in Professional Studies Program.
Fire Administration Certificate Program Highlights
High Quality Education
With the Certificate in Fire Administration, graduates will receive a specialized curriculum that aligns with the fire industry, allowing them to acquire the necessary skills to be more competitive for a leadership role in the fire industry. Such leadership roles include:
- Fire Inspector
- Fire Marshal
- Fire Captain
- Fire Chief
- Fire Prevention Specialist
- Emergency Services Manager
Flexibility
- 100% Online
- Student Success Support & Resources
- Financial Aid
Support from Application through Graduation
At UC, you’ll have a full support team behind you:
Enrollment Services Advisor: Your go-to resource during the application process
Student Success Coordinator: Helping you prepare for classes and stay on track
Access to Resources: Access to university resources that will support you through your program including online learning expectations and resources, health and wellness resources, and academic support
All applicants will be screened by the Program Director, who will ensure applicants meet the eligibility criteria.
Prerequisites
- Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED.
- Applicants must have a minimum of four years fire industry experience.
- Applicants should include a personal statement describing their educational and professional background and a statement of their career goals.
Complete the online application and submit the application fee.
Standard Application Fees:
- $65.00 for domestic applicants to most degree programs
- $70.00 for international applicants to most degree programs
- $20.00 for domestic applicants to Graduate Certificates
- $25.00 for international applicants to Graduate Certificates
- Application fees for UC Online programs are waived through Fall 2026 for all applicants who apply by July 1, 2026
- Fee waivers are automatically applied for applicants who: are currently serving in the US armed forces, or are veterans of the US armed forces.
Applications are accepted continuously throughout the year. Our staff will review your application based on the following:
All applicants are required to upload unofficial transcripts during the application process, showing all undergraduate and graduate course work completed, including degrees granted and dates of conferral.
Official transcripts are not required until the student has received and accepted an offer of admission from the university. Once the offer has been confirmed, the student must submit official transcripts.
Students who have received degrees from the University of Cincinnati do not need to submit official paper copies of their UC transcripts.
For questions regarding international students, contact an Enrollment Services Advisor.
Transcripts can be submitted electronically or by mail. To see if your transcript(s) can be ordered electronically, visit the links below and search for your previous school(s).
- Parchment
- Please select “University of Cincinnati – Main Campus” as the recipient of your transcript.
- National Student Clearinghouse
- Please have your transcript sent directly to admissions@uc.edu.
If you do not see your past school(s) listed on either site, please contact the school(s) directly. Then, mail your sealed, unopened, official transcripts to:
Please mail sealed, unopened, official transcripts to:
University of Cincinnati
Office of Admissions
PO Box 210091
Cincinnati, Ohio 45221-0091
| Term | Application Deadline | Classes Start |
|---|---|---|
Summer 2026 Fall 2026 |
March 15, 2026 July 15, 2026 |
May 11, 2026 August 24, 2026 |
The University of Cincinnati's online course fees differ depending on the program. On average, students will accrue fewer fees than students attending on-campus classes.
The one fee applied across all UC Online programs is the distance learning fee. Students living outside the state of Ohio must also pay an additional “non-resident” fee to enroll in courses at UC Online. This fee is lower than the out-of-state fee for traditional on-campus programs.
To view tuition information and program costs, visit the Online Program Fees page.
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