The Advanced Fire Officer course is designed to provide the Fire Officer, at the supervisory/managerial level, who oversees multiple fire companies or stations, with information and skills required for success. The Advanced Fire Officer course is compliant with NFPA 1021 - Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications as it provides training and education in the requisite areas of Human Resource Management, Community and Government Relations, Administration, Inspections and Investigations, Emergency Service Delivery, along with Health and Safety. This course satisfies the course completion component for Office of the State Fire Marshal Certification as Advanced Fire Officer.
This program is delivered via a blended learning concept utilizing traditional classroom and on-line teaching elements. Each Phase must be taken consecutively and attendance is mandatory.
IFSI prerequisites are based on Illinois and NFPA standards. Equivalencies from other agencies will be reviewed upon request.
If you have specific questions about this course contact CHRISTOPHER OLSEN
If you are interested in having this course taught in your area, contact CHRISTOPHER OLSEN or your regional representative.
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Mon, Oct 20 2025 - Mon, Oct 20 2025 (Orientation Session (In-Class, 8 Hours) to ensure the students understands the on-line learning management system and expectations of the program.) Mon, Oct 20 2025 - Sat, Nov 15 2025 (On-line learning, self-directed 32 hours of education; details explained at orientation.) Mon, Nov 17 2025 - Fri, Nov 21 2025 (Phase 2 – Week 1: Traditional in-classroom learning and practical applications, 40 hours of education.) Mon, Dec 1 2025 - Fri, Dec 5 2025 (Phase 2 – Week 2: Traditional in-classroom learning and practical applications, 40 hours of education.) |
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