Fire Arson Investigation and Prevention Major

Description: A program focusing on the theory and principles of fire combustion and behavior applied to the analysis of fires and their causes. Includes instruction in fire behavior and combustion, fire dynamics, hazardous materials chemistry, incendiary fire analysis, fire-related human behavior, forensic procedures, investigative techniques, case management and case preparation. Is Fire Arson Investigation and Prevention the right major for you?
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Fire Arson Investigation and Prevention Major

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Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$56,160

Median Hourly Wage

$27.00*

Total Employed Nationally

13,050


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2010 wage data external site and 2008-2018 employment projections external site. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2008-2018). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.