Course overview and learning outcomes

The International Firefighter Development programme provides a modularised Firefighter Foundation Programme, which will equip new entrants to the Fire and Rescue Service, Civil Defence or Oil and Gas Industry, with basic knowledge, skills and understanding to enable them to undergo further on-station 'acquisition and application' training and development.

Running through the International Firefighter Foundation Development Programme, is a strong element of self-learning, structured around the core topics. Learner self-study is supported through Instructor facilitation and this approach helps to develop a sense of ownership for the learning. A mixture of formative and summative assessments is used throughout the modules. During the formative assessment the instructor will use informal feedback, which enables staff and learners to identify areas of learner' strengths, weaknesses and developmental areas, and to devise support mechanisms as appropriate.

The International Firefighter Foundation Development Progamme can be delivered at the FSC on a residential basis or at any International Training Establishment.

Who should attend and key benefits

This course is designed as a foundation training programme and due to the intensive nature of the programme learners will need to:

• Have been through a robust recruitment and selection process
• Be fit for full operational duties in accordance with their organisational requirements
• Be open to self-study, including team and individual project work.

How is the course assessed and accredited?

The course follows a robust and vigorous assessment process, incorporating:

• Observations and practical assessments on core firefighter skills throughout the programme, carried out against specific assessment criteria (NPFA, UK Standards)
• Verbal assessment through regular question and answer sessions, learner performance reports, reviews and professional discussions
• A series of written subject matter assessments, and a final written course assessment
• Assessment of individual project work
• Assessment of delivery of presentations and research data.

Dates and prices

For further information or to make a booking on this course please contact the Business Development Team on 01608 812984 or email sales@fireservicecollege.ac.uk

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