Instructor I

Course Description:

This course introduces instructors in the fire service to instructional methodology. Topics to be covered include understanding what training and course objectives are, how to use a lesson plan, methods of instruction, concepts of the adult learning process, administering a test and how to interrupter test results, and the course evaluation process. Participants will use a prepare lesson plan and make presentations to the class. This course meets objectives of NFPA 1041: Fire Service Instructor Professional Qualifications Chapter 4 – Instructor 1.

Apparatus Driver Operator

Apparatus Driver Operator – Pumper (32Hrs)

This course is designed to meet objectives of the current edition of NFPA 1002, Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications. The student will learn topics such as: fire apparatus construction, inspection and maintenance, fire pump theory, various systems of pumping apparatus, transfer valve, pressure control devices, primers and drafting principles, fire streams and hydraulic calculation, and water supply and private protection systems.

Firefighting Basics

(33 hours)

Firefighting Basics class is a 33-hour class designed for the Firefighter that doesn’t want to take the Firefighter I class for certification but would like to learn the basics of firefighting. Nothing from this class may be substituted for portions of the Firefighter I curriculum. This class may be also self-taught through the firefighters local fire department and is available by requesting a CD of the program from the State Fire Marshal Training Division.

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