The Fire Service Instructor I course is designed to give the student the knowledge and ability to teach from prepared materials which are predominantly skills oriented. Areas covered include: communication; concepts of learning; human relations in the teaching-learning environment; methods of teaching; organizing the learning environment; records and reports; testing and evaluation; instructor's roles and responsibilities; teaching techniques; and use of instructional materials. This course is required for certification for the Office of the State Fire Marshall's Officer I program. Completion of course and additional requirements will provide the student with certification as Fire Service Instructor I from the Office of the State Fire Marshall (OSFM). The Office of the State Fire Marshall requires this certification before a firefighter can be certified as a Fire Service Instructor II.

Prerequisite: High School Diploma or Equivalent.

3 Semester hour(s)

3 lec/week