Hawaii Community College has put together a strong Fire Science program in Hilo. Definitely worth looking into if you are pursuing a career in firefighting or other fire-related fields in Hawaii.
From the Source:
“The Fire Science Program prepares individuals with the academic knowledge for entry employment in the Fire Service field as well as meeting the needs of in-service professionals.
Upon completion of this program, students will have the knowledge to prepare for a career with federal, state and local fire and emergency service agencies, with an emphasis on Structural Fire Fighting, Wildland Fire Suppression, Hazardous Materials Incidents, Fire Prevention and Investigation, Crash and Rescue, Fire Management and Administration, and the Incident Command System.
After earning the Associate in Science (A.S.) Degree, students have the opportunity to pursue a Bachelor’s Degree in Fire Administration from Colorado State University (CSU) through distance learning. See Program Faculty for a list of courses that will transfer to CSU."