Anna Maria Online

Anna Maria College is a private, regionally accredited, non-profit university that offers online degree programs in addition to its traditional, campus-based programs. Request more information about the College and its online degree programs.

The convenient online format allows a diverse student body to take advantage of Anna Maria's dedication to an accessible, high-quality liberal arts education. Courses are taught by members of our exceptional faculty. The small classes bring frequent opportunities for discussion and debate and reflect the close-knit nature of our campus community.

The college promotes a solid education in the Catholic tradition that is grounded in the core beliefs of its founders, the Sisters of St. Anne: educational innovation, respect for and service to the community, and individual growth.

Anna Maria College is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges. In 2009 it was named one of the country's Best Colleges by U.S. News & World Report.

Bachelor's in Fire Science (Online)

The online bachelor's degree in Fire Science offered by Anna Maria College prepares you for an entry-level career in fire prevention and protection as a firefighter or member of a fire service agency. The undergraduate-level program covers the essentials of fire prevention, safety and management. It also emphasizes strategic and leadership skills that are valuable throughout a career in the fire service.

Coursework emphasizes the technical aspects of fire and safety, fire detection and control systems, and hydraulics as well as areas related to operations and the community, such as the organization and communication of emergency services, legal issues, and public education. The curriculum has been approved by the Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) committee at the National Fire Academy, the educational arm of the U.S. Fire Administration.

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