Full Description
This course is designed to give entry level fire officers with the knowledge and skills to meet the minimum job performance requirements as outlined in based on NFPA1021: Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications. The course identifies the requirements necessary to perform the duties of a first line supervisor or a supervisor who is in charge of a single fire company or station, with information and skills required for success. This course introduces the student to the basic concepts of management and supervision by concentration on such topics as Organizational Structure, Communication Skills, Human Resource Management, Community and Government Relations, Administration,Inspections and Investigations, Emergency Service Delivery, along with Health and Safety.

Candidates should expect to spend time outside of class to complete the required exercises as well as prepare for the written and practical examinations.  Students are encouraged to bring personal cameras for use in the practical activity.