Preparing Today’s Leaders

Currently, 500-plus students have taken distance courses as part of the 401 Series. Together we are improving firefighter safety and increasing professionalism in fire management.

Certificate Programs

Certificate Programs

You can sharpen your skills and gain a competitive advantage by earning a certificate or minor along with your College of Natural Resources (CNR) degree. Many of our undergraduate courses, along with our Fire Ecology, Management & Technology Certificate program are offered online. Available certificates and minors include:

Fire Ecology Certificate

We are proud of the reputation our college has built as a leader in wildland fire education and research. In fact, we offer the only bachelor of science (B.S.) degree focused on wildland fire in the U.S. You have the option to earn an undergraduate or graduate-level certificate in fire ecology and management, or a minor in fire ecology and management.

Restoration Ecology Certificate

Our Restoration Ecology Certificate program will give you insight into the concepts and application of proven restoration ecology strategies. Required courses:


The 401 Series

If you’re a fire professional who is impacted by the IFPM 401 standards, we can help with our 401 Series. Learn more about the academic programs and courses offered through the University of Idaho College of Natural Resources and through other institutions.