Emergency Services College (Fire College)

FIP 3718 | Fire Officer 1 – 2020 Ed #

Instructors: Curtis Teague |
March 30, 31, April 1, 2 | Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, 8 a.m.–6 p.m.
April 3 | Thursday, 8 a.m.–3 p.m. | 42 hours

This certification-related course covers the knowledge, skills and requirements referenced in the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1021 Standard, 2020 edition, for Fire Officer I training. Topics include officer roles and responsibilities, budgets, fire cause determination, inspections, education, leadership, management, public relations and other requirements. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of relevant NFPA standards as required for state Fire Officer I certification. Effective date: January 1, 2022. Textbook: IFSTA Fire & Emergency Services Company Officer 6th Edition, ISBN: 978-0-87939-650-3. Class begins Sunday, March 30, 8 a.m.

FIP 3719 | Fire Officer 2 – 2020 Ed #

Instructors: Curtis Teague
April 3 | Thursday, 4 p.m.–10 p.m.
April 4, 5, 6 | Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 8 a.m.–6 p.m. | 33 hours

This certification-related course covers the knowledge, skills and requirements referenced in the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1021 Standard, 2020 edition, for Fire Officer 1 training. Topics include officer roles and responsibilities, budgets, fire cause determination, inspections, education, leadership, management, public relations and other requirements. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of relevant NFPA standards as required for state Fire Officer 1 certification. Effective date: January 1, 2022. Textbook: IFSTA Fire & Emergency Services Company Officer 6th Edition, ISBN: 978-0-87939-650-3. Class begins Thursday, April 3, 4 p.m.

Fire Instructor 1 #

Instructor: CJ Dwiggins
March 31, April 1, 2 | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, 8 a.m.–6 p.m. | 27 hours

This course will present the Instructor 1 candidate with the knowledge, skills and ability to satisfy the requirements of NFPA 1041: Standard for Fire and Emergency Services Instructor Professional Qualifications (2019 edition: Chapter 4). Textbook recommended: Fire and Emergency Services Instructor, 9th Edition, ISBN: 979-0-87939-696-1. Class begins Monday, March 31, 8 a.m.

Fire Instructor 2 #

Instructor: CJ Dwiggins
April 3, 4, 5 | Thursday, Friday, Saturday, 8 a.m.–7 p.m.
April 6 | Sunday 8 a.m.–5 p.m. | 38 hours

This course will present the Instructor candidate with the knowledge, skills and ability to satisfy the requirements of NFPA 1041: Standard for Fire and Emergency Services Instructor Professional Qualifications (2019 edition: Chapter 5). Textbook recommended: Fire and Emergency Services Instructor, 9th Edition, ISBN: 979-0-87939-696-1. Class begins Thursday, April 3, 8 a.m. 

Fireground Operations 4 #

Instructor: Nathan Lambeth
March 31 Monday 6 p.m.-10 p.m.
April 1, 2, 3 Tuesday, Wednesday Thursday 6 p.m.-10 p.m.
April 5, 6 Saturday, Sunday 8 a.m. – 6 p.m., 32 hours

This course includes instructional content for Tools & Forcible Entry and Loss Control. This course will present the candidate with the knowledge, skills, and ability to satisfy the requirements of NFPA 1001: Standard for Firefighter Professional Qualifications (2019 edition). This will cover chapters 5, 6, 7

Driver Operator: Aerial Apparatus Series #

Instructor: Justin McEntyre
March 31, April 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 8 a.m.–6 p.m. | 63 hours

This course will present the Driver Operator with information related directly to aerial operations and all other information required to meet the knowledge, skills and abilities to satisfy the key requirements of NFPA 1002: Standard for Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications (2017 edition). FIP-3626 transfers the complete series, in its entirety, to the Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM). Student will need helmet, gloves and protective shoes. Class begins Monday, March 31, 8 a.m.

Driver Operator: Introduction to Pumps #

Instructor:
March 31, April 1, 2, 3, 4 | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. | 40 hours

This course provides an overview of the types of apparatus equipped with fire pumps, apparatus safety, positioning, basic operations and all other information required to satisfy the key requirements of NFPA 1002: Standard for Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications (2017 edition). This course should reflect current NC Fire and Rescue Commission guidelines. Contact the Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM) for details. Effective date July 1, 2020/NFPA 1002 Standard, 2017 edition. Class begins Monday, March 31, 8 a.m.

EVD: Emergency Vehicle Driver #

Instructor: Wesley Clodfelter
April 2, 4 | Wednesday, Friday, 6 – 10 PM
April 5, 6 Saturday, Sunday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. | 24 hours

This course deals with the safe operation of emergency vehicles, driving skills, legal implications of emergency driving, departmental standard operating procedures and abilities to satisfy the key requirements of NFPA 1002: Standard for Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications (2017 edition). Student must be 18 years of age and have a valid NC driver’s license to enroll in this class. Class begins Wednesday, April 2, 6 p.m.

Driver Operator: Mobile Water #

Instructor: Scott Long
March 31 Monday 6 p.m.-10 p.m.
April 1, 2, 3, 4, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 6 p.m. – 10 p.m.,
April 5 Saturday 8 a.m. – 7 p.m., 30 hours

The Driver Operator: Mobile Water course covers the operation of fire apparatus and transportation of water for areas that do not have hydrants. This includes water, shuttle operations involving tankers, and drop tank operations.

Driver Operator: Sprinklers and Water Supply #

Instructor: Steve McVay
March 31 Monday 6 p.m.-10 p.m.
April 1, 2, 3, 4, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 6 p.m. – 10 p.m.
April 5 Saturday 8 a.m. – 7 p.m., 30 hours

The Driver Operator: Sprinklers, and Water Supply course covers operating and pumping apparatus to sprinkler and standpipe systems in elevated structures. This course also provides skills in water supply operations as well.

Leadership in Supervision: Creating Environments for Professional Growth (F0646) #

Instructor: Mark Schmitt
March 30, 31 | Sunday, Monday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. | 16 hours

This course provides the supervisor with the basic leadership skills and tools needed to perform effectively in the fire service environment. The course includes concepts related to a successful transition to supervisory and leadership roles, including adaptive leadership, change management, active followership, effective communication including difficult conversations and advocacy-inquiry based dialogue, ethics, authority, power, decision-making and active engagement through development of a personal plan. Class begins Sunday, March 30, 8 a.m.

Leadership in Supervision: Perspectives in Thinking (F0647) #

Instructor: Mark Schmitt
April 1, 2 | Tuesday, Wednesday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. | 16 hours

This course provides the supervisor with the conceptual foundation and framework for success in leadership roles by exploring creative, analytical, political and critical thinking perspectives. The course addresses skills needed for assessing situations from multiple perspectives, making critical decisions, fostering creativity and innovation, and using persuasion. Class begins Tuesday, April 1, 8 a.m.

 Leadership in Supervision: Frameworks to Success (F0648) #

Instructor: Mark Schmitt
April 3, 4 | Thursday, Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. | 16 hours

This course provides the supervisor with the knowledge and skills to perform successfully in the Fire and Emergency Medical Services environments. The course addresses professionalism, resilience, emotional intelligence and situational awareness, as well as managing conflict, delegating, mentoring, coaching, empowering, and building collaboration and synergy for professional growth. Class begins Thursday, April 3, 8 a.m.

NFA: Health and Safety Program Manager #

Instructor: Mark Schmitt
April 5, 6 | Saturday, Sunday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. | 16 hours

This two-day course will provide fire and emergency medical services department personnel and other related emergency responders with the aptitudes and abilities necessary to manage the duties and responsibilities of the Health and Safety Program Manager (HSPM) within their respective organizations. Successful completion of this course will enable participants to: (1) Adapt the HSPM roles and responsibilities while applying risk-management health and safety concepts within their organization to determine system-wide needs and to develop support to institutionalize opportunities to meet the needs assessment; (2) Evaluate and prioritize health-and safety-related strengths and weaknesses within their organizations; (3) Evaluate the environmental barriers affecting the implementation and impact of the organization’s safety and health programs; (4) Evaluate and integrate the organization’s and individual’s responsibility to impact health and wellness positively. Class begins Saturday, April 5, 8 a.m.

Advanced Engine Company Ops #

Instructors: Jonathan Goode
April 5 | Saturday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. | 8 hours

This course focuses on the core responsibilities of the engine company, including estimating the stretch, efficient hose deployment, stretching the long line and extending hose lines. This course offers live fire opportunities, therefore each participant must meet the requirements of NFPA 1403 and provided documentation of same. Student must bring full PPE, SCBA with two bottles. Class begins Saturday, April 5, 8 a.m.

One Man and a Truck #

Instructor: Eddie Bottoms
April 5 | Saturday 8 a.m.–5 p.m. | 8 hours

This course is designed for those who work in combination departments as fire apparatus operators or those who drive as volunteers. It is also beneficial for officers of fire departments who respond to incidents and arrive on the scene before the first apparatus. Topics include scene size-ups, personnel and resource management, and establishing initial strategies and tactics. Decisions made by the “One Man” will set the stage for the rest of the fire incident. Students will participate in scenario-based training that prompts challenging discussions about how best to react when they respond and arrive with “One Man and a Truck.” Class begins Saturday, April 5, 8 a.m.

Putting Your Best Foot Forward (Interview Class) #

Instructor: Allen Wilson
April 5 | Saturday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. | 8 hours

Have you ever wondered why you never get the call? Or how you performed in an application process? This course takes a deep dive into the many ways that candidates fail in their preparation for entry level and/or promotional processes. Topics for this discussion-based course include etiquette, applications, resumes, cover letters, interviews and general preparation. Students will learn how to put their best foot forward. Class begins Saturday, April 5, 8 a.m.

When Disaster Happens #

Instructor: Robert Reece
April 6, Sunday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., 8 hours

When natural and man-made disasters occur, emergency responders are the first to arrive on scene, save lives and begin the mitigation process. This class will offer guidance and resources that the responder can use in that initial 12 hours before state and federal resources arrive.

First Responder Mental Health #

Instructor: Eric Stevenson
April 4, Friday  6 p.m. – 10 p.m.,
April 5 Saturday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., 12 hours

The mental health of first responders is paramount. Dealing with post traumatic stress, as well as outside factors, weigh heavy on the mental health of our first responders. This class will provide you with the tools necessary to keep first responders, healthy in mind and Resources that provide wellness for the first responder community.

Fighting Fires in Sprinklered Buildings #

Instructors: Gary Styers and Shane Ray
April 5, Saturday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., 8 hours

Every day, in the United States, a “Big-box” store (Home Depot, Walmart, Lowe’s,Target) sustains a fire. Fires in these types of structures are significantly challenging and dangerous for firefighters. This course is designed to offer you tactics and strategies when dealing with these types of emergencies.