Fire Service Administration

Take the lead with a hot career

If you are you a seasoned fire service professional hoping to move your career in an administrative direction, the Fire Service Administration program may be what you’re looking for. Our 16-week credential will equip you with the skills you need to advance to supervisory or head-level positions within a fire department or organization. You’ll learn knowledge specifically tailored to your duties as a fire service administrator. All courses have been approved by the Lethbridge Fire Department and will help you move to the top of the ladder in no time.

Fire Service Administration is right for you if you:

  • possess good analytical, decision-making and problem-solving skills
  • are interested in taking a leadership role
  • have an interest in public safety
  • possess excellent oral and written communication skills.

Be the head honcho

You’ll be in small classes where you’ll receive plenty of one-on-one instruction. You will have the opportunity to complete five core courses and choose two electives related to your profession, with the flexibility to do courses in the summer and through distance learning to best suit your needs. We’ll help you find the career you’ve always dreamed of.

Fire Service Administration: At-a-Glance
16 Weeks
Credential of academic achievement in Fire Service Administration
For detailed information please see the official Academic Calendar
Fire Service Administration - Cost Overview
TuitionFeesBooks & Supplies
Year 1$1,950$354$750*
Year 2Not ApplicableNot ApplicableNot Applicable
* International students pay a differential tuition fee but all other costs are the same as those charged domestic students, see detailed costs.
* Costs for supplies may vary considerably depending on what students already have or where they purchased their supplies; cost provided is on the moderately high end.

Contact Us

Program Office: 403.329.7246 • 
infojustice@lethbridgecollege.ab.ca 
Chair: Martin Thomsen • 403.317.3568
Office of the Dean: Jane Friesen •
 403.320.3464

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