The average annual wage of the occupations is $61,090 and $29 per hour. 3 vocational programs could be taken for the Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists career. Based on BLS data, a total of 2,270 employees were employed in the Occupation.
The 2024 average tuition over the programs for preparing Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists is $3,136. The average length of the programs is 461 hours and the average completion time is 5.00 months.
The following 3 vocational programs are required or helpful to prepare Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists.
The tuition, program length, and completion time program information is average amounts over all schools that offer each program. This information is only for vocational programs (i.e. certificate programs) and not for bachelor's or graduate degrees.
| Program Name | Number of Schools | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Lengths | Avg. Completion Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Natural Resources Law Enforcement and Protective Services | 7 | $19,459 | - | - | - |
| Fire Science/Fire-fighting | 263 | $3,136 | $661 | 461 Hours | 5.00 Months |
| Wildland/Forest Firefighting and Investigation | 11 | - | - | - | - |
The following 19 occupations are related to Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists.
The following 275 schools offer the vocational programs and certificate courses for preparing Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists. The list includes some 4-year colleges that have certificate or associate programs for the career.