Leadership Development/Fire Officer

From rookie to chief, outstanding leaders in the fire services community receive training through development programs and the annual Leadership Symposium. A development capstone program, the Fire Service Chief Executive Officer Program is designed for executives within the fire service with modules taught by professors from the Mays Business School. At the annual Leadership Symposium, fire and EMS service leaders receive up-to-date information on leadership, management, safety, budgeting and other topics through sessions that meet continuing education requirements for Texas fire officer and EMS personnel. For those just starting out, the Texas Fire Officer Training Program utilizes the Fire Officer I, II, III, & IV courses, which meet NFPA 1021 training and certification requirements. After successfully learning to meet the challenges faced by both the Company and Command Officer, candidates are eligible for Pro Board NFPA 1021 testing and certification.

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Fire Officer

Course Number	Title	Description	Division
ASP104	Public Information Officer NFPA 1035	Quick View Course Description close ASP104 – Public Information Officer NFPA 1035 This course covers topics necessary to work as a Public Information Officer (PIO), such as: ethics legal issues policies the media scene management news conferences As part of the course, you will present information on camera about a simulated incident, prepare written press releases, and learn how to prepare for news-media interviews. Full course information and schedule Contact Information Customer Care Phone: (866) 878-8900 Email: [email protected]	ESTI
FOP010	Modern Techniques in Origin & Cause Determination for Fire Service Personnel	Quick View Course Description close FOP010 – Modern Techniques in Origin & Cause Determination for Fire Service Personnel This course discusses the latest techniques and information in determining origin and cause of various types of fire for all levels of fire suppression personnel. Fire suppression personnel are the primary witness to the behavior of a fire during suppression operations. This provides suppression personnel the ability to identify and preserve items that can lead to an accurate origin and cause determination. The fire officers and suppression personnel can provide valuable information to fire and arson investigators and/or law enforcement personnel by gathering information and protecting potential evidence early on during the incident. Full course information and schedule Contact Information Phone: Email: [email protected]	ESTI
FOP100	NFPA 1021 Fire Officer I	Quick View Course Description close FOP100 – NFPA 1021 Fire Officer I This course is designed for the first-line company officer/supervisor and satisfies the requirements of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1021 Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications, Chapter four “Fire Officer I”. It is designed around classroom lectures and group exercises to improve your abilities to manage a single fire company. This includes responsibilities such as the development of an Incident Action Plan (IAP), personnel management and mentoring, and community relations. Upon completion of this course you are eligible to take the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) written exam and skills testing. Participants that receive a Pro Board certification are eligible for certification through Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) through reciprocity. In addition, participants can apply for certification through State Firefighter’s and Fire Marshals’ Association (SFFMA). Full course information and schedule Contact Information Sean Fay Training Manager Phone: (979) 321-6215 Email: [email protected]	ESTI
FOP110	Fire Officer I (NFPA 1021 Non-ProBoard)	Quick View Course Description close FOP110 – Fire Officer I (NFPA 1021 Non-ProBoard) This course is designed for the first-line company officer/supervisor and satisfies the requirements of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1021 Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications, Chapter four “Fire Officer I”. It is designed around classroom lectures and group exercises to improve your abilities to manage a single fire company. This includes responsibilities such as the development of an Incident Action Plan (IAP), personnel management and mentoring, and community relations. Upon completion of this course you are eligible to schedule the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) exam, should you meet the TCFP requirements. Participants are also eligible to apply for certification through State Firefighters’ and Fire Marshals’ Association (SFFMA). This course does NOT offer Pro Board certification. Full course information and schedule Contact Information Customer Service Phone: (866) 878-8900 Email: [email protected]	ESTI
FOP200	NFPA 1021 Fire Officer II	Quick View Course Description close FOP200 – NFPA 1021 Fire Officer II This course is designed to meet the needs of the mid-level officer/supervisor and satisfies the requirements of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1021 Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications, Chapter five “Fire Officer II.” It is designed around classroom lectures and group interactive exercises to improve your abilities to manage multiple fire companies. This includes responsibilities such as strategic planning and operations, personnel development, and organizational communications. Upon completion of this course you are eligible to take the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) written exam and skills testing. Participants that receive a Pro Board certification are eligible for certification through Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) through reciprocity. In addition, participants can apply for certification through State Firefighters’ and Fire Marshals’ Association (SFFMA). Full course information and schedule Contact Information Sean Fay Training Manager Phone: (979) 321-6215 Email: [email protected]	ESTI
FOP210	Fire Officer II (NFPA 1021 Non-ProBoard)	Quick View Course Description close FOP210 – Fire Officer II (NFPA 1021 Non-ProBoard) This course is designed to meet the needs of the mid-level officer/supervisor and satisfies the requirements of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1021 Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications, Chapter five “Fire Officer II.” It is designed around classroom lectures and group interactive exercises to improve your abilities to manage multiple fire companies. This includes responsibilities such as strategic planning and operations, personnel development, and organizational communications. Upon completion of this course you are eligible to schedule the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) exam, should you meet the TCFP requirements. Participants are also eligible to apply for certification through State Firefighter’s and Fire Marshals’ Association (SFFMA). This course does NOT offer Pro Board certification. Full course information and schedule Contact Information Customer Service Phone: (866) 878-8900 Email: [email protected]	ESTI
FOP300	FIre Officer III (NFPA 1021)	Quick View Course Description close FOP300 – FIre Officer III (NFPA 1021) This course meets the needs of fire executive management and satisfies the requirements of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1021 Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications, Chapter six “Fire Officer 3”. The course is designed around classroom lectures and group interactive exercises to improve your abilities to manage a fire service organization. The course emphasizes community/government relations, model planning, budgeting, human resources, trends and support organizations, and emergency service delivery. The course includes a written project that requires you to develop a strategic plan. Upon completion of this course you are eligible to take the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) written exam and project based testing. Participants that receive a Pro Board certification are eligible for certification through Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) reciprocity. Full course information and schedule Contact Information Sean Fay Training Manager Phone: (979) 321-6215 Email: [email protected]	ESTI
FOP340	NFPA 1021 Fire Officer III/IV Combination	Quick View Course Description close FOP340 – NFPA 1021 Fire Officer III/IV Combination This course meets the needs of fire executive management and satisfies the requirements of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1021 Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications, Chapters six “Fire Officer 3” and seven “Fire Officer 4”. The course is designed around classroom lectures and group interactive exercises to improve your abilities to manage a fire service organization. The course emphasizes community/government relations, model planning, budgeting, human resources, trends and support organizations, and emergency service delivery. The course includes a written project that requires you to develop a strategic plan. Upon completion of this course you are eligible to take the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) written exam and project based testing. Participants that receive a Pro Board certification are eligible for certification through Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) reciprocity. Full course information and schedule Contact Information Sean Fay Training Manager Phone: (979) 321-6215 Email: [email protected]	ESTI
FOP400	Fire Officer IV(NFPA1021)	Quick View Course Description close FOP400 – Fire Officer IV(NFPA1021) This course meets the needs of fire executive management and satisfies the requirements of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1021 Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications, Chapter seven “Fire Officer 4”. The course is designed around classroom lectures and group interactive exercises to improve your abilities to manage a fire service organization. The course emphasizes community/government relations, model planning, budgeting, human resources, trends and support organizations, and emergency service delivery. The course includes a written project that requires you to develop a strategic plan. Upon completion of this course you are eligible to take the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) written exam and project based testing. Participants that receive a Pro Board certification are eligible for certification through Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) reciprocity. Full course information and schedule Contact Information Sean Fay Training Manager Phone: (979) 321-6215 Email: [email protected]	ESTI
FOP600	NFPA 1521 Incident Safety Officer	Quick View Course Description close FOP600 – NFPA 1521 Incident Safety Officer This course meets NFPA 1521, Standard for Fire Department Safety Officer Professional Qualifications, Chapter five “Incident Safety Officer.” Upon completion of this course you are eligible to schedule the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) exam, should you meet the TCFP requirements. Participants are also eligible to apply for certification through State Firefighters’ and Fire Marshals’ Association (SFFMA). This course does NOT offer Pro Board certification. Full course information and schedule Contact Information Sean Fay Training Manager Phone: (979) 321-6215 Email: [email protected]	ESTI
INS100	NFPA 1041 Fire Instructor I	Quick View Course Description close INS100 – NFPA 1041 Fire Instructor I This course is designed to meet the needs of entry-level fire and emergency service instructors by meeting or exceeding the job performance requirements in National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1041, Standard for Fire Service Instructor Professional Qualifications, Chapter 4 “Fire Instructor I”. Upon completion of this course you are eligible to take the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) written exam and skills testing. Participants that receive a Pro Board certification are eligible for certification through Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) through reciprocity. In addition, participants can apply for certification through State Firefighters’ and Fire Marshals’ Association (SFFMA). Full course information and schedule Contact Information Sean Fay Training Manager Phone: (979) 321-6215 Email: [email protected]	ESTI
INS200	NFPA 1041 Fire Instructor II	Quick View Course Description close INS200 – NFPA 1041 Fire Instructor II This course is designed to meet the needs of the intermediate-level fire instructor by meeting or exceeding the job performance requirements in National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1041, Standard for Fire Service Instructor Professional Qualifications, Chapter 5 “Fire Instructor II”. The Fire Instructor II course is designed around classroom lectures and exercises. Upon completion of this course you are eligible to take the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) written exam and skills testing. Participants that receive a Pro Board certification are eligible for certification through Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) through reciprocity. In addition, participants can apply for certification through State Firefighters’ and Fire Marshals’ Association (SFFMA). Full course information and schedule Contact Information Sean Fay Training Manager Phone: (979) 321-6215 Email: [email protected]	ESTI
INS300	Fire Instructor III (NFPA 1041)	Quick View Course Description close INS300 – Fire Instructor III (NFPA 1041) This course is five (5) days in duration and is designed to meet the needs of the advance-level fire instructor. The Fire Instructor III course is designed to meet or exceed the elements of NFPA 1041, Standard for Fire Service Instructor Professional Qualifications, Chapter 6 “Fire Instructor III”. The course is designed around classroom lectures and group activities. Upon completion of this course you are eligible to schedule the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) exam, should you meet the TCFP requirements. Participants are also eligible to apply for certification through State Firefighters’ and Fire Marshals’ Association (SFFMA). This course does NOT offer Pro Board certification. Full course information and schedule Contact Information Sean Fay Training Manager Phone: (979) 321-6215 Email: [email protected]	ESTI
LDR001	TEEX- Leadership Development Symposium	Quick View Course Description close LDR001 – TEEX- Leadership Development Symposium This Leadership Symposium is designed to provide continuing education and professional development for managers and leaders across a broad range of subjects focused on supervision, management, human resource management, and leadership issues. Sessions are presented by nationally recognized authorities and subject matter experts. Sessions are designed to challenge and stimulate discussion and to prepare leaders/managers for the challenges of today and tomorrow affecting organizational and/or unit capabilities. Keep up with the latest information at our event site. Full course information and schedule Contact Information Sean Fay Training Manager Phone: (979) 321-6215 Email: [email protected]	ESTI
LDR500	Fire Service Chief Executive Officer	Quick View Course Description close LDR500 – Fire Service Chief Executive Officer TEEX Emergency Services Training Institute and the Texas A&M Mays Business School are proud to offer an executive development capstone program for chief officers. The Fire Service Chief Executive Officer Program (FSCEO) is delivered by professors from the Mays Business School and is designed to provide advanced level professional development to sharpen leadership skills of executives within the fire service. Upon completion of the program you will receive the designation of FSCEO and will join the alumni of the many professionals who have graduated the program. Additionally, graduates will receive a framed Fire Service Chief Executive Officer certificate and coin from TEEX and Texas A&M University. Admission to the program will be on a competitive basis through an application process. Application Period for October 2022 Class: NOW CLOSED & FULL 2023 Class Dates- May 8th-12th, 2023 (Application period will be February 1st-22nd, 2023) October 23rd-27th (Application period will be June 1st-22nd, 2023) General Program Questions: FAQ’s HERE Full course information and schedule Contact Information Sean Fay Training Manager Phone: (979) 321-6215 Email: [email protected]	ESTI

Leadership Development

Course Number	Title	Description	Division
FOP010	Modern Techniques in Origin & Cause Determination for Fire Service Personnel	Quick View Course Description close FOP010 – Modern Techniques in Origin & Cause Determination for Fire Service Personnel This course discusses the latest techniques and information in determining origin and cause of various types of fire for all levels of fire suppression personnel. Fire suppression personnel are the primary witness to the behavior of a fire during suppression operations. This provides suppression personnel the ability to identify and preserve items that can lead to an accurate origin and cause determination. The fire officers and suppression personnel can provide valuable information to fire and arson investigators and/or law enforcement personnel by gathering information and protecting potential evidence early on during the incident. Full course information and schedule Contact Information Phone: Email: [email protected]u.edu	ESTI
FOP100	NFPA 1021 Fire Officer I	Quick View Course Description close FOP100 – NFPA 1021 Fire Officer I This course is designed for the first-line company officer/supervisor and satisfies the requirements of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1021 Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications, Chapter four “Fire Officer I”. It is designed around classroom lectures and group exercises to improve your abilities to manage a single fire company. This includes responsibilities such as the development of an Incident Action Plan (IAP), personnel management and mentoring, and community relations. Upon completion of this course you are eligible to take the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) written exam and skills testing. Participants that receive a Pro Board certification are eligible for certification through Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) through reciprocity. In addition, participants can apply for certification through State Firefighter’s and Fire Marshals’ Association (SFFMA). Full course information and schedule Contact Information Sean Fay Training Manager Phone: (979) 321-6215 Email: [email protected]	ESTI
FOP200	NFPA 1021 Fire Officer II	Quick View Course Description close FOP200 – NFPA 1021 Fire Officer II This course is designed to meet the needs of the mid-level officer/supervisor and satisfies the requirements of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1021 Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications, Chapter five “Fire Officer II.” It is designed around classroom lectures and group interactive exercises to improve your abilities to manage multiple fire companies. This includes responsibilities such as strategic planning and operations, personnel development, and organizational communications. Upon completion of this course you are eligible to take the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) written exam and skills testing. Participants that receive a Pro Board certification are eligible for certification through Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) through reciprocity. In addition, participants can apply for certification through State Firefighters’ and Fire Marshals’ Association (SFFMA). Full course information and schedule Contact Information Sean Fay Training Manager Phone: (979) 321-6215 Email: [email protected]	ESTI
FOP300	FIre Officer III (NFPA 1021)	Quick View Course Description close FOP300 – FIre Officer III (NFPA 1021) This course meets the needs of fire executive management and satisfies the requirements of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1021 Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications, Chapter six “Fire Officer 3”. The course is designed around classroom lectures and group interactive exercises to improve your abilities to manage a fire service organization. The course emphasizes community/government relations, model planning, budgeting, human resources, trends and support organizations, and emergency service delivery. The course includes a written project that requires you to develop a strategic plan. Upon completion of this course you are eligible to take the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) written exam and project based testing. Participants that receive a Pro Board certification are eligible for certification through Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) reciprocity. Full course information and schedule Contact Information Sean Fay Training Manager Phone: (979) 321-6215 Email: [email protected]	ESTI
FOP340	NFPA 1021 Fire Officer III/IV Combination	Quick View Course Description close FOP340 – NFPA 1021 Fire Officer III/IV Combination This course meets the needs of fire executive management and satisfies the requirements of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1021 Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications, Chapters six “Fire Officer 3” and seven “Fire Officer 4”. The course is designed around classroom lectures and group interactive exercises to improve your abilities to manage a fire service organization. The course emphasizes community/government relations, model planning, budgeting, human resources, trends and support organizations, and emergency service delivery. The course includes a written project that requires you to develop a strategic plan. Upon completion of this course you are eligible to take the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) written exam and project based testing. Participants that receive a Pro Board certification are eligible for certification through Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) reciprocity. Full course information and schedule Contact Information Sean Fay Training Manager Phone: (979) 321-6215 Email: [email protected]	ESTI
FOP400	Fire Officer IV(NFPA1021)	Quick View Course Description close FOP400 – Fire Officer IV(NFPA1021) This course meets the needs of fire executive management and satisfies the requirements of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1021 Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications, Chapter seven “Fire Officer 4”. The course is designed around classroom lectures and group interactive exercises to improve your abilities to manage a fire service organization. The course emphasizes community/government relations, model planning, budgeting, human resources, trends and support organizations, and emergency service delivery. The course includes a written project that requires you to develop a strategic plan. Upon completion of this course you are eligible to take the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) written exam and project based testing. Participants that receive a Pro Board certification are eligible for certification through Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) reciprocity. Full course information and schedule Contact Information Sean Fay Training Manager Phone: (979) 321-6215 Email: [email protected]	ESTI
FOP600	NFPA 1521 Incident Safety Officer	Quick View Course Description close FOP600 – NFPA 1521 Incident Safety Officer This course meets NFPA 1521, Standard for Fire Department Safety Officer Professional Qualifications, Chapter five “Incident Safety Officer.” Upon completion of this course you are eligible to schedule the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) exam, should you meet the TCFP requirements. Participants are also eligible to apply for certification through State Firefighters’ and Fire Marshals’ Association (SFFMA). This course does NOT offer Pro Board certification. Full course information and schedule Contact Information Sean Fay Training Manager Phone: (979) 321-6215 Email: [email protected]	ESTI
LDR001	TEEX- Leadership Development Symposium	Quick View Course Description close LDR001 – TEEX- Leadership Development Symposium This Leadership Symposium is designed to provide continuing education and professional development for managers and leaders across a broad range of subjects focused on supervision, management, human resource management, and leadership issues. Sessions are presented by nationally recognized authorities and subject matter experts. Sessions are designed to challenge and stimulate discussion and to prepare leaders/managers for the challenges of today and tomorrow affecting organizational and/or unit capabilities. Keep up with the latest information at our event site. Full course information and schedule Contact Information Sean Fay Training Manager Phone: (979) 321-6215 Email: [email protected]	ESTI
LDR500	Fire Service Chief Executive Officer	Quick View Course Description close LDR500 – Fire Service Chief Executive Officer TEEX Emergency Services Training Institute and the Texas A&M Mays Business School are proud to offer an executive development capstone program for chief officers. The Fire Service Chief Executive Officer Program (FSCEO) is delivered by professors from the Mays Business School and is designed to provide advanced level professional development to sharpen leadership skills of executives within the fire service. Upon completion of the program you will receive the designation of FSCEO and will join the alumni of the many professionals who have graduated the program. Additionally, graduates will receive a framed Fire Service Chief Executive Officer certificate and coin from TEEX and Texas A&M University. Admission to the program will be on a competitive basis through an application process. Application Period for October 2022 Class: NOW CLOSED & FULL 2023 Class Dates- May 8th-12th, 2023 (Application period will be February 1st-22nd, 2023) October 23rd-27th (Application period will be June 1st-22nd, 2023) General Program Questions: FAQ’s HERE Full course information and schedule Contact Information Sean Fay Training Manager Phone: (979) 321-6215 Email: [email protected]	ESTI
LFI100	NFPA 1041 Live Fire Instructor	Quick View Course Description close LFI100 – NFPA 1041 Live Fire Instructor This course is designed for firefighting personnel qualified to become live fire instructors and satisfies the requirements of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1041 Standard for Fire and Emergency Services Instructor Professional Qualifications, Chapter 7, “Live Fire Instructor.” It is designed around classroom lectures, group discussions, and group exercises to enhance skills needed to act as a live fire instructor and safely provide live fire training to emergency responders. You will develop skills such as applying safety guidelines and implementing live fire training procedures before, during, and after training evolutions Upon completion of this course you are eligible to take the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) written exam and skills testing. Full course information and schedule Contact Information Sean Fay Training Manager Phone: Email: [email protected]	ESTI

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