A leadership course for Lieutenants, Captains and Aspiring Leaders
Transitioning from firefighter to company officer is more than a change in title — it is a shift in responsibility, mindset, and influence. This course guides newly promoted and aspiring fire officers through the essential skills, knowledge, and frameworks needed to lead with clarity, accountability, and credibility. You will explore the real-world challenges of supervision, develop critical communication and administrative skills, and build the leadership foundation to shape your crew and your department for the better.
Modules:
01 — Shifting from Firefighter to Company Officer
02 — Daily Supervision and Crew Leadership
03 — Navigating Difficult Conversations and Conflict
04 — Administrative Excellence: Documentation and Policy
05 — Company-Level Training and Crew Development
06 — Fireground Command and Tactical Decision-Making
07 — Health, Safety, and Behavioral Wellness in the Firehouse
08 — Culture, Character, and the Legacy of Leadership
Format: Online, self-paced
Length: 8 modules · 16–20 contact hours
Window: Complete within 90 days
Who is this for: Lieutenants & Captains, first 12 months at rank
A leadership course for Lieutenants, Captains and Aspiring Leaders
Transitioning from firefighter to company officer is more than a change in title — it is a shift in responsibility, mindset, and influence. This course guides newly promoted and aspiring fire officers through the essential skills, knowledge, and frameworks needed to lead with clarity, accountability, and credibility. You will explore the real-world challenges of supervision, develop critical communication and administrative skills, and build the leadership foundation to shape your crew and your department for the better.
Modules:
01 — Shifting from Firefighter to Company Officer
02 — Daily Supervision and Crew Leadership
03 — Navigating Difficult Conversations and Conflict
04 — Administrative Excellence: Documentation and Policy
05 — Company-Level Training and Crew Development
06 — Fireground Command and Tactical Decision-Making
07 — Health, Safety, and Behavioral Wellness in the Firehouse
08 — Culture, Character, and the Legacy of Leadership
Format: Online, self-paced
Length: 8 modules · 16–20 contact hours
Window: Complete within 90 days
Who is this for: Lieutenants & Captains, first 12 months at rank