Waldorf University & Blue Card Partnership

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Waldorf University & Blue Card have partnered to provide Blue Card students with the high-quality formal education needed to help firefighters advance in their careers within the fire service. A Blue Card completed course in which a grade of C of better has been awarded at the undergraduate level can be transferred to a BS or BAS in Fire Science Administration degree program at Waldorf, if the course satisfies a course requirement (required course or elective) in the program and the maximum number of credits has not been exceeded. A full transfer grid is available below.

Waldorf & Blue Card Partnership Benefit

As a Waldorf Learning Partner, you get exclusive financial benefits to help you start and complete your degree, including:

a 20% discount off standard tuition prices for you and your family
access to our Learning Partner scholarship awarded 6 times per year

Waldorf & Blue Card Transfer Grid

Blue Card Course	Waldorf Course	Credit Hours
Blue Card Incident Commander Certification	FSC 4631 - Advanced Principles of Fireground Strategies and Tactics	3
Blue Card Hazmat	OSH 4410 - Managerial Issues in Hazardous Materials	3
Blue Card Dispatcher Certification	Professional Elective	3
Blue Card Train-The-Trainer: Instructor Certificate	Professional Elective	2
Blue Card Continuing Education	Professional Elective	1

Waldorf University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission,
an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Why Waldorf?

Regionally Accredited

Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, Waldorf provides students with a well-rounded understanding of their chosen field through industry best practices and emerging trends.
Affordable Tuition

Waldorf has one of the most affordable tuition rates in Iowa – and across the nation.
Flexible Online Courses

Waldorf’s flexible online courses allow you to schedule classes around your busy schedule. Whether you’re working, playing or spending time with friends and family, Waldorf understands that time spent outside of the classroom is just as important as time spent in it.
Rich History

Waldorf has a rich history within the state of Iowa. For more than 100 years, we have provided continuous academic excellence and civic outreach in and around the vibrant Forest City community, upholding a credo that will continue well into the next generation of learning.
Supportive Faculty and Staff

Our tight-knit team of professors, coaches and administration work together to put you first. We believe that every student deserves a dedicated support system in the classroom – and everywhere else.
Tradition

Waldorf’s core strengths are its history and strong values. Our original founders valued service to community—and that hasn’t changed. Most importantly, we understand this experience as a gift from God that comes with a responsibility to serve the world.