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Idaho State University has earned recognition from the U.S. Fire Administration as an accredited Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) institution. The Fire Services Administration Associate and Bachelor of Science programs adhere to the FESHE framework, equipping students with essential expertise to minimize casualties and property damage from fires and emergencies. As a cornerstone of the National Professional Development Model, the FESHE curriculum plays a vital role in shaping skilled fire service professionals. Associate degree candidates gain fundamental knowledge in critical areas including firefighter safety, structural fire protection, combustion principles, fire prevention strategies, and fire suppression systems. The program also covers leadership development and fire service legal considerations. For professionals pursuing advanced education, the bachelor's program delves deeper into fire science, encompassing fire protection policy, research applications, fire prevention administration, human resources management, organizational leadership, community hazard mitigation, and ethical practices in fire services.