S-130/190, FIREFIGHTER TYPE 2

This introductory course is designed to train entry-level firefighters. The student will gain an understanding of the basic incident management organization, firefighting techniques, suppression equipment, safety, strategy/tactics, along with basic fire behavior. Field exercises will be performed for valuable hands-on training. This course is designed for entry-level firefighters.

Prerequisite(s): None

S-131, FIREFIGHTER TYPE 1, ICT5

This course is designed to be interactive in nature. It contains several tactical decision games designed to facilitate learning objectives and class discussion. Topics include fireline reference materials, communications, and tactical decision-making.

Prerequisite(s): Qualified as a Firefighter Type 2 (FFT2).

S-211, PORTABLE PUMPS AND WATER USE

 This course is designed to provide knowledge and skills to design, setup, operate, troubleshoot, and shut down portable water delivery systems. The focus is on portable pumps – it does not address water delivery for engines. Topics covered include portable water delivery systems; equipment; roles and responsibilities; and system design and hydraulics. There is also a field exercise where students will apply what they learned in the classroom.

Prerequisite(s): None

​S-219, FIRING OPERATIONS

The course introduces the roles and responsibilities of a Firing Boss, Single Resource (FIRB), and outlines duties of other personnel who may engage in firing operations. The course discusses and illustrates common firing devices and techniques. Although comprehensive in nature, the course work is not a substitute for the dynamic fire environment. The course provides students with important information regarding general tasks required to be successful. Any opportunity to show students a real ignition or demonstrate the use of an actual firing device will assist in transferring these new concepts and skills to the job. 

There is an optional field day outlined in the course, it is the discretion of the delivery unit to include the field day; however, if logistically feasible it is suggested by NWCG that a field day be conducted.

Prerequisite(s): Qualified as a Firefighter Type II (FFT2).

 S-230, CREW BOSS (SINGLE RESOURCE)

This is a classroom course designed to produce student proficiency in the performance of duties associated with the single resource boss position from initial dispatch through demobilization to the home unit. Topics include operational leadership, preparation and mobilization, assignment preparation, risk management, entrapment avoidance, safety and tactics, offline duties, demobilization, and post incident responsibilities.

Prerequisite(s): Qualified as Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1); successful completion of Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior (S- 290); satisfactory completion of pre-course work.

S-231, ENGINE BOSS

This is a skill course designed to produce student proficiency in the performance of the duties associated with engine boss, single resource (ENGB). Topics include engine and crew capabilities and limitations, information sources, fire size-up considerations, tactics, and wildland/urban interface.

Prerequisite(s): Qualified Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1); satisfactory completion of Crew Boss (Single Resource) (S-230).

S-244, FIELD OBSERVER

This course provides students with the skills necessary to perform as a Field Observer (FOBS) and/or a Fire Effects Monitor (FEMO). Topics include roles and responsibilities of the FOBS and FEMO; how to make observations and document those observations; how to produce hand drawn and GPS field maps; and how to navigate using a compass and GPS. The navigation unit has 4½ hours of field exercises, and the final field exercise is 8 hours. For pre- course work, students need to read and complete exercises in Basic Land Navigation, PMS 475.

Prerequisite(s): Qualified a Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1); satisfactory completion of S-230.

S-270, BASIC AIR OPERATIONS 

This course covers aircraft types and capabilities, aviation management and safety for flying in and working with agency aircraft, tactical and logistical uses of aircraft, and requirements for helicopter take-off and landing areas. Note: The regulations, procedures and policies addressed in this course are primarily those governing federal agency and ICS operations. 

State, county, or other political subdivisions using this course will need to consult their agency having jurisdiction with respect to regulations, procedures, and policies. 

Prerequisite(s): Satisfactory completion of pre-course work.

S-300, Extended Attack Incident Commander

This course is designed to meet the training needs of the Incident Commander Type 3 (ICT3). The focus is on the lessons of leadership and command as they relate to the ICT3 position. It is presented in participative lecture format with multiple tactical decision games for students to practice new knowledge. The seven instructional units cover Foundation Skills, Situational Awareness, Command and Control, Managing the Incident, Transitional Activities, Post-Fire Activities, and a Final Simulation.

Prerequisite(s): Qualified as Incident Commander Type 4 (ICT4) and Task Force Leader (TFLD); or qualified as ICT4 and Strike Team Leader and any two single resource boss positions – one must be Crew (CRWB) or Engine (ENGB)

S-290, Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior

This is a classroom-based skills course designed to prepare the prospective fireline supervisor to undertake safe and effective fire management operations. It is the second course in a series that collectively serves to develop fire behavior prediction knowledge and skills. Fire environment differences are discussed as necessary; instructor should stress local conditions.

Prerequisite(s): Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior (S-190).

​L-280, Followership to Leadership

This training course is designed as a self-assessment opportunity for individuals preparing to step into a leadership role. The course combines one day of classroom instruction followed by a second day in the field with students working through a series of problem-solving events in small teams (Field Leadership Assessment Course). Topics include leadership values and principles, transition challenges for new leaders, situational leadership, team cohesion factors, ethical decision making, and after-action review techniques. Some course delivery may be arduous in nature.