Online Training for Wildland Fire Investigators

Learn about wildfires through an online class.

You can learn more about wildland fires without ever leaving your home. Take an online course to learn new skills and information, or to help you reach the next level of certification.

Types

Community colleges, fire departments and other government organizations offer wildland fire training courses online. You can take general classes to learn or build upon basic information. The U.S. Fire Administration offers an array of basic online courses, including a simulation class on wildland fires and an introductory class on wildland fire behavior.

Features

Choose a training program or class that best suits your needs. If you're looking for advanced training, check with your state's natural resources or forest service departments to see if they offer online classes. Some states offer coursework in arson detection, determining the cause of a wildland fire and wildland fire suppression.

Benefits

If you take a class online, you will gain new insight into wildland fires and fire investigation. You can also show employers that you've completed the course, which may help you earn a promotion or a new job.

References

• U.S. Fire Administration: Browse Online Courses
• Maryland Department of Natural Resources: Online Wildfire Training