FIR 102 - Introduction to Fire and Emergency Services Administration 3 cr.

The premise of the course is to provide an introductory understanding of the administrative, management and leadership skills that are required in today’s fire and emergency services. To accomplish this goal, the history and past practices of the Fire Service will be examined. An overview of the administration, financial management, human resources, customer service, training, educational requirements, and health and safety issues of the Fire and Emergency service will be explored. spring 2015, fall 2015, spring 2016