When promoted to a company officer, firefighters assume new responsibilities and face serious challenges. Fire officers are responsible for ensuring the safety of the firefighters under their command and for leading them as they rescue people and protect property. This program is designed to give firefighters the education they need to move into supervisory roles in fire service. Our instructors prepare their students to take on their new duties, which often include training firefighters, supervising building inspections and maintaining discipline. The coursework covers practical topics such as solving administrative problems, filling out fire service reports and reducing risks in the community. Our graduates find jobs like fire chief, fire captain and fire instructor.

Admission to Ozarks Technical Community College is open to all individuals who can benefit from its educational programs. A focus of the college mission is on the academic, career and personal goals of the student. OTC may admit you as a First-Time student just completing their high school, GED or HiSET requirements or as a Transfer student coming from another institution finishing up a certificate or degree. For more information, visit OTC Admissions.

Wondering how you’re going to pay for college? At OTC, we believe that cost shouldn’t be a barrier to earning a degree. Our staff will work with you to make a financial plan. To browse the resources available to you, see paying for college.