Fire & Emergency Services Instructor I & II - Online / Face to Face

Online Coursework:
April 7 - May 11, 2025
(at your own pace with weekly assignment deadlines)

Classroom dates:
May 12 - 15, 2025
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Optional Test Dates:
May 14 at 5:00 pm or May 15 at 8:00 am

Description
For qualified firefighters who wish to complete their instructor certification with a combination of concentrated class work and online learning.

You will learn the principles of adult learning, communication, instructional methods, lesson plan development, assessment, NFPA 1403 Awareness, and all other components of the ODPS Instructor Course core curriculum.

Special Requirements
Candidates must hold a valid certificate to practice as a firefighter issued under section 4765.55 of the Ohio Revised Code; in the preceding seven years, have at least five years of experience as a certified firefighter. (Fire Instructor Knowledge exam is no longer a prerequisite)

The online section of this class is flexible, but you must meet assignment deadlines each week.

Please bring PC laptop for in-class portion.

Required Textbook
Purchase and bring IFSTA Fire and Emergency Services Instructor (9th edition - 2019). Publisher: Fire Protection Publications. Self-study guide is optional, but recommended.

Lead Instructors
Daniel Podlogar, Asst. Chief, Lawrence Twp. FD (retired) and Captain, Massilon FD
Mark Stewart, Chief (retired), Lawrence Twp. FD

Fee
$645

Additional study materials suggested not required:
Fire & Emergency Services Instructor, 9th Edition Exam Prep Plus App

Fire Instructor ap

Prepare for your certification exams while on the go! Exam Prep Plus is a portable, interactive version of our print Exam Prep product and contains 511 questions. Create a custom exam by choosing any of the first 15 chapters covered in the Fire and Emergency Services Instructor, 9th Edition manual.