Description:

This course prepares students to deliver training effectively by analyzing and applying principles of adult education, assessing learner needs, using planned lessons, and conducting evaluations. This course builds upon acquired knowledge and skills in adult learning. Emphasis is placed on the application of adult education principles in learning situations that involve fire department personnel, external agencies, and the public.

This course meets the Level I job performance requirements (JPRs) defined in Sections 4.2 through 4.5 of NFPA 1041 Standard for Fire Service Instructor Professional Qualifications, 2019 Edition.

Course INFORMATION 

This course is a Blended Program that includes self-directed online learning followed by 2 days in-class.

Once your registration has been confirmed will be given access to FESTI’s online learning platform Litmos.  An email will be sent to you with login/registration information.

You will be assigned the NFPA 1041 Fire and Emergency Services Instructor I Learning Path. If you have any issues with Litmos please contact stephanie.haldane@gtaa.com 

Required Course Textbook: You will be required to purchase,  IFTSA, Fire and Emergency Services Instructor Ninth Edition 

Optional: Fire Instructor I & II Exam Prep, 6th Edition

Pre-Class Expectations:

To guarantee you are properly prepared for your in-class experience, please ensure the following expectations have been met:

• Read Chapters 1 thru 10 of IFTSA, Fire and Emergency Services Instructor Ninth Edition
• Completed the Online eLearning modules within the NFPA 1041 Fire and Emergency Services Instructor I Learning Path.
• Passed the Online Pre-Class Entry Test (70% or higher).  If you are unsuccessful, please reach to stephanie.haldane@gtaa.com

The in-class sessions build on what is taught in the textbook and in the online eLearning modules.  Failure to complete the above could leave you feeling unprepared and behind.

What to bring to class: 

• Textbook IFTSA, Fire and Emergency Services Instructor Ninth Edition
• Lap top computer* – You will be receiving your presentation materials for your Skill Sign off via USB Flash Drive (iPads or other tablets will not work)
• Pen(s); Highlighter(s)
• Water bottle
• Snacks and lunch
• Mask –We ask that you please wear a mask while in the classroom and any other time social distancing is not possible. 

WHAT TO EXPECTED:

• Day Two of the course will be your testing date:  You will complete 3 Practical Skill Sign offs and the OFM written exam.
• There will be homework – you will need to prepare your 10-12 minute presentation for your Practical Skill-Sign off.