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Fire Administration I
Randy R. Bruegman
Chapter 2
Preparing for Your Future
Bruegman
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Learning Objectives
• Describe the influence the Wingspread conferences have had on the fire service • Define the role of training and education for the fire service of the future • Define the differences between certification and accreditation Bruegman
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Learning Objectives
• Describe how the National Fire Academy has influenced professional development in the fire service • Describe the role FESHE has had on professional development in the fire service • Develop a personal career development plan Bruegman
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Blue Collar Job to a Profession
• Fire service was seen as a blue collar job a generation ago • Skills and knowledge have evolved – Personnel serve many roles – Chief officers – Fire captains – Firefighters multi-task Bruegman
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Blue Collar Job to a Profession
• Community interest larger than ever – Sophisticated response systems – Legal mandates – Governance – Community expectations of service – Requires knowledge in many areas Bruegman
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Blue Collar Job to a Profession
• What will the future hold?
– Continuum of expertise will evolve – More training and education – Increased skills – More guidance from standards Bruegman
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Blue Collar Job to a Profession
• Evolution will move the industry to one based upon – Professional standards – Certifications – Recognized credentials Bruegman
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Blue Collar Job to a Profession
Training and Education Continuum Bruegman
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Professional Status
• Introduction – Dr. Denis Onieal • National Fire Academy Superintendent Bruegman
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Professional Status
• Introduction – Critical areas regarding fire service education – Training and education to be a physician or attorney is clearly defined – Process to be a fire chief is not clearly defined Bruegman
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Professional Status
• Introduction – Professional status means different things – Characteristics of professions – Substantive tenets of professions – Fire service hurdles – Specialization Bruegman
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Professional Status
• Introduction – Foundations for professional status – Path to professional status – Nationally recognized, reciprocal system of training and education is missing Bruegman
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Training and Education
• Training – Local training • Recruit, refresher, or hands-on training – State training • Training not available locally Bruegman
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Training and Education
• Training – U. S. Fire Administration/ National Fire Academy Bruegman
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Training and Education
• National Fire Academy – Works cooperatively with state training – Training not available at state level – On and off-campus deliveries – Training Resource and Data Exchange (TRADE) Bruegman
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Training and Education
• Education – Many colleges and universities offer fire science and/or administration degrees • Two-year, four-year, Master’s – Degree titles vary from college to college – Makes transfer of credit difficult Bruegman
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Training and Education
• Education – Degrees at a Distance Program • Seven universities nationwide • Distance learning to earn bachelors degree • USFA/NFA provided courses Bruegman
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Training and Education
• Education – Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) • USFA/NFA initiative • Cooperative venture with colleges • Model curricula for associate and bachelor degree programs Bruegman
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Training and Education
• The Problem – Fragmented system of professional development – Generally uncoordinated – Professional development providers must collaborate and coordinate efforts – Concept has evolved from FESHE conferences Bruegman
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Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education
• FESHE Program Mark • Role of FESHE Conferences – Presentations, problem solving and consensus building sessions – Produce higher education related products or recommendations Bruegman
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Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education
• Professional Development Model – Suggests roles and responsibilities – Training – provide practical applications and ability to do the work – Higher education – provide cognitive skills and ability to manage Bruegman
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Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education
• Associate Degree Model Curriculum – Identified six core courses – Recommended that all programs require core courses – Also identified seven non-core courses – Recommended adoption of these outlines if a school offers non-core courses Bruegman
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Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education
• Baccalaureate Degree Model Curriculum – NFA released Degree at a Distance curriculum to accredited programs – Have signed agreements with state training programs – DDP will remain NFA’s delivery system – Model curriculum contains 13 courses Bruegman
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Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education
• National System for Higher Education – Components are in place – Core and non-core courses line up with baccalaureate courses – Theoretical prerequisites to enter field – Adoption of curricula moves fire service toward profession Bruegman
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A National System for Fire-Related Higher Education
National Model for Fire-Related Higher Education Bruegman
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A National System for Fire-Related Higher Education
• A Call for Collaboration – No easy path to unite professional development systems – Relationships vary from state to state – Partnerships can solve training and education turf battles – Systems can be created and maintained Bruegman
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A National System for Fire-Related Higher Education
• Combining the System – Introduction • Principle parts of professional development system exist • Training programs work toward that goal • Take a voluntary approach to a single professional and reciprocal system • Cooperative venture Bruegman
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A National System for Fire-Related Higher Education
• Combining the System – Independent Assessment of Skills • Requires process to certify competence • Fire service has certifying agencies Bruegman
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A National System for Fire-Related Higher Education
• Combining the Systems – Reciprocity • Combine components into one universally recognized system • Strengthen through NFA partnerships • Recognize value of endorsed courses • States deliver train-the-trainers for all NFA Direct Delivery courses Bruegman
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A National System for Fire-Related Higher Education
• Benefits of a Common System – Professional status – Participation in NFA courses – Reduction in course development costs – Reciprocity – Training – Education – Training and education Bruegman
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The Future: Where Do We Go From Here
• Need to know where we are • Several pathways to choose from • Traditionally viewed as mutually exclusive Bruegman
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The Future: Where Do We Go From Here
• American Council on Education reviews courses • “Crosswalks” established • FESHE initiative provides opportunities • Pathways must be complimentary Bruegman
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The Future
• Introduction – Other elements of professionalism will emerge – Professional status can be rescinded independent of the employer – Follow model of other professions – First cohesive national approach Bruegman
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The Future
• Introduction – IAFC has had professional development working committee for 20 years – Focused on educational activities – Preparing firefighters to become chief officers – Created an Officer Development Handbook Bruegman
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The Future
Comprehensive Roadmap Bruegman
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IAFC Officer Development Handbook
• International Association of Fire Chiefs – Established in 1873 – One of the oldest professional associations Bruegman
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IAFC Officer Development Handbook
• International Association of Fire Chiefs – 12,000 chief fire and emergency officers – World’s leading emergency response experts – Hosts Fire Rescue International conference annually Bruegman
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IAFC Officer Development Handbook
• International Association of Fire Chiefs – IAFC Mission To provide leadership to career and volunteer chiefs, chief fire officers, and managers of emergency services organizations throughout the international community through vision, information, education, services, and representation to enhance their professionalism and capabilities Bruegman
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History
• International Association of Fire Chiefs – Wingspread Conference • Convened five times since 1966 • Each emphasized the need to develop effective leadership • Each pointed out the same ineffective practice of training someone after they are promoted Bruegman
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The Future
• What Does Your Future Hold – What are your motivations for promotion?
• Greater influence • Challenges of leadership • Status or higher compensation • Commitment to public service – More reachable through professional development Bruegman
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Mentoring
• Successful mentors – Guide and coach development – Give you options – Help you see the big picture – Encourage you – Identify areas for improvement – Help you refine your skills Bruegman
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Mentoring
• Mentors have “been there…done that” – Willing to share experience – Resource to shape your skills and style • Be willing to mentor others Bruegman
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Mapping
• Professional development is the planned, progressive, life-long process of education, training, self-development, and experience Bruegman
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Mapping
• Four distinct elements – Education – Training – Experience – Self-development – Professional development is a journey, not a destination Bruegman
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Mapping
Professional Development Model Bruegman
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Measuring for Success
• Journey’s success is measured by progress made along the way • Credentials • College qualifications Bruegman
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Measuring for Success
• Professional development is not all about certifications and degrees • Benchmarks to document achievements • Predictors of skills and knowledge Bruegman
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Measuring for Success
• IAFC Professional Development Handbook • Roadmap for individual development – Supervising Fire Officer – Managing Fire Officer – Administrative Fire Officer – Executive Fire Officer Bruegman
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Measuring for Success
Self-Development Roadmap Bruegman
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Chief Fire Officer
• Intended for aspiring and existing chief officers • Administered by the Commission on Professional Credentialing Bruegman
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Chief Fire Officer
• Requires points in education and experience • Requires a portfolio for peer review Bruegman
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Executive Fire Officer Program
• Initiative of the U. S. Fire Administration/ National Fire Academy Bruegman
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Executive Fire Officer Program
• Senior officers or leaders • Four-year, four core course program • Change from reactive to proactive • Lead transformation of service • Value of research • Value of life-long learning Bruegman
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Degrees at a Distance Program
• Independent study degree program sponsored by the National Fire Academy • Seven accredited colleges and universities • Two bachelor’s degree options • No on-campus classes • Local proctored exams Bruegman
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Degrees at a Distance
• FAQ’s – What exactly is the Degrees at a Distance program?
– Without being in a classroom environment, what kind of academic interaction can I expect?
– May I take a course even if I don’t want to pursue a degree at this time?
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Degrees at a Distance
• FAQ’s – What if I have an associate degree?
– How is this program different from going on campus and taking a regular college course?
– What impact could this program have on my career?
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IFSAC
• International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) – Peer driven, self-governing – Accredits fire service certification programs and higher education fire-related programs – Located at Oklahoma State University in the College of Engineering, Architecture, and Technology Bruegman
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IFSAC
• FAQ’s – What is the difference between certification and accreditation?
– Is my fire department accredited?
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IFSAC
• FAQ’s – What type of training does IFSAC offer?
– How do I obtain my transcripts and verify any college credit I have received through the courses I have taken?
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NBFSPQ
• National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (NBFSPQ or Pro Board) – Goal is accreditation of organizations that certify uniform members of public fire departments – Accredit training agencies that use NFPA standards – Members receive national certification – Encourages reciprocity Bruegman
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NBFSPQ
• Benefits – Review by an independent organization – Certification is indisputable mark of performance by individual – Uniformity and portability of qualifications – Organizational credibility Bruegman
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Developing Your Roadmap to Success
• Fire service level of professionalism will continue to evolve • Must develop a personal game plan for success • Common set of standards may become reality one day Bruegman
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• Develop a five-ten-fifteen year professional development plan on yourself and turn in next week.
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