Overview
This is a thirty-five day course. The course prepares the student
to become certified as a Fire Instructor I.
The fee for the course is $0 (GTFD covered cost of required text).
Course
Prerequisites
Firefighter 2 for one year prior to application date.
Outcome
Objectives
After completing the course, the student will have met the
sections required for a Fire Instructor I in the NFPA 1041, 2018 edition,
Standard for Fire Service Instructor Professional Qualifications. Students who
successfully complete the certification process will be certified as a Fire Instructor
I.
Text
The required text for the course is IFSTA’s Fire and Emergency Services Instructor, Ninth edition.
While not required, the Fire
and Emergency Services Instructor Exam Prep is a valuable tool to help
prepare for each lesson in the course and for the certification exam.
Course Evaluation Strategy
The course will be evaluated by Rick Schnautz (Skills) and
Courtney Farrand (Written Exam).
Homework
Assignment
Open book quizzes are due according to the schedule set.
Pre-Course Reading Assignment
Reading is the responsibility of the student. In class will
review material based from the reading material, students will need to be
prepared prior to their arrival to make the classroom interactive.
Required Materials
Textbook, notebook, pencil or pen, highlighter, computer or
tablet for exam.
Instructor
Information
Contact information for the instructor will be provided at the
first class session. The goal of the instructor is to help you be successful
during the course. You should immediately contact the instructor if you have
any questions about the course or course work.
Academic Dishonesty Policy
Academic misconduct includes cheating, plagiarism, falsification
of records, unauthorized possession of examinations, intimidation, and any and
all other actions that may improperly affect the evaluation of a student’s
academic performance or achievement; assisting others in any such act; or
attempts to engage in such acts. Any incident of academic misconduct will
result in the student being dropped from the course and the student’s sponsoring
agency being notified of the incident.
Course Participation
The course utilizes lecture, open discussions, and skills
practice to achieve the learning objectives. Every student is expected to:
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come to course prepared to actively participate
in discussions,
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read the text prior to the next class session,
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complete all homework assignments,
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respect the beliefs, opinions, and values of
other students,
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and have an open mind about the issues being
discussed.
GTFD Instructor 1
Dates (CLOSED COURSE)
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Date
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Class
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Topic
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Instructor
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1/17/2022
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1830
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Chapter 1 The Instructor as a Professional- 1
minute introductions. Complete chapter quiz in IFSTA distance
learning system by 1/24/22. This will be the introductory evening to
the expectations of the class deadlines and assignments. Rick Schnautz will
present the final skills to students.
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Matt
Beach
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1/17/2022
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1830
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Chapter 2 Principles of Learning Complete
an accident report form Complete chapter quiz in IFSTA distance
learning system by 1/24/22.
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Matt
Beach
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1/24/2022
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1830
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Chapter 3 Instructional Planning Complete
chapter quiz in IFSTA distance learning system.
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Matt
Beach
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1/24/2022
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1830
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Chapter 4 Instructional Materials and Equipment Complete
chapter quiz in IFSTA distance learning system.
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Matt
Beach
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2/2/2022
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1830
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Chapter 5 Learning Enviornment Complete
chapter quiz in IFSTA distance learning system.
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Matt
Beach
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2/2/2022
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1830
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Chapter 6 Classroom Instruction Complete
chapter quiz in IFSTA distance learning system.
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Matt
Beach
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2/7/2022
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1830
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Chapter 7 Student Interaction Complete
chapter quiz in IFSTA distance learning system.
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Matt
Beach
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2/7/2022
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1830
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Chapter 8 Skils-Based Training Beyond the Classroom Complete
chapter quiz in IFSTA distance learning system.
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Matt
Beach
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2/14/2022
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1830
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Chapter 9 Testing and Evaluation Complete
chapter quiz in IFSTA distance learning system.
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Matt
Beach
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2/14/2022
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1830
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Chapter 10 Records, Reports, and Scheduling Complete
chapter quiz in IFSTA distance learning system.
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Matt
Beach
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2/21/2022
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1830
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Practical Skills Exam
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Rick
Schnautz
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2/21/2022
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1830
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State Exam
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Courtney
Farrand
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**Classes and times are subject to change based on if
additional time needed to complete objectives required by the course.
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