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Fire and Emergency Services Instructor, 9th Edition, published by Fire Protection Publications and developed by the International Fire Service Training Association (IFSTA), provides complete curriculum coverage for NFPA 1041 (2019) Job Performance Requirements across Levels I, II, and III. Organized into 18 chapters across, the manual progresses systematically from Level I foundations (Chapters 1–10) covering adult learning principles, instructional planning, classroom environments, and skills-based evolutions to advanced instructional roles.
Chapters 11 through 15 address Instructor Level II duties, including lesson plan development, test item construction, and training evolution supervision with NFPA 1403 live-fire training considerations. Chapters 16 through 18 cover Instructor Level III responsibilities in curriculum development, program evaluation, and administrative management. With 43 standardized skill sheets and integrated chapter review questions, this edition prepares educators for practical instruction and institutional credentialing.
Institutional Use
This manual is adopted as a primary textbook and reference by state fire training academies, regional public safety institutes, and community college fire science degree programs conducting accredited Fire Instructor I, II, and III courses. It serves as core reference material for candidates preparing for state fire commission, IFSAC, and Pro Board instructor certifications, as well as fire officers fulfilling NFPA 1021 prerequisites. Institutional training divisions utilize the text and its 43 skill sheets to standardize departmental training evolutions, evaluate instructional delivery, and develop compliant department-level courses.
Product Details
| ISBN-13 | 9780879396961 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10 | 0879396962 |
| Edition | 9th |
| Authors | International Fire Service Training Association |
| Publisher | Fire Protection Publications |
| Publication date | March 1, 2020 |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
| Category | Fire & Emergency Services |
| List price | $67.99 / copy |
| Min. order | 5 copies |
| Condition | New |
Table of Contents
Level I: Instructor I
- Chapter 1: The Instructor as a Professional
- Chapter 2: Principles of Learning
- Chapter 3: Instructional Planning
- Chapter 4: Instructional Materials and Equipment
- Chapter 5: Learning Environment
- Chapter 6: Classroom Instruction
- Chapter 7: Student Interaction
- Chapter 8: Skills-Based Training Beyond the Classroom
- Chapter 9: Testing and Evaluation
- Chapter 10: Records, Reports, and Scheduling
Level II: Instructor II
- Chapter 11: Lesson Plan Development
- Chapter 12: Training Evolution Supervision
- Chapter 13: Test Item Construction
- Chapter 14: Supervisory and Administrative Duties
- Chapter 15: Instructor and Class Evaluations
Level III: Instructor III
- Chapter 16: Course and Curriculum Development
- Chapter 17: Training Program Evaluation
- Chapter 18: Training Program Administration
Key Topics
- Adult Learning Principles and Instructional Delivery
- NFPA 1041 Job Performance Requirements (Levels I, II, and III)
- Classroom Management and Safe Learning Environments
- Skills-Based Training and NFPA 1403 Live-Fire Evolution Supervision
- Lesson Plan Development and Instructional Media Use
- Testing, Assessment Design, and Test Item Construction
- Course and Curriculum Development Models
- Training Program Evaluation, Administration, and Record Keeping
Who This Is For
- Fire and Emergency Services Instructors (Levels I, II, and III)
- Fire Department Training Officers and Division Chiefs
- Candidates preparing for state, IFSAC, or Pro Board Instructor Certification
- Company Officer candidates fulfilling NFPA 1021 prerequisite requirements
- Fire science and emergency services faculty at community colleges and technical institutes
Institutional & Bulk Ordering
- Minimum order: 5 copies, with tiered pricing at higher quantities
- Purchase orders and Net-30 terms accepted for qualifying institutions
- Tax-exempt certificates accepted for qualifying accounts
- Free worldwide shipping, no sales tax
Edition & Identifier Check
Always confirm this exact ISBN-13 and edition (9780879396961) against your syllabus or procurement request before ordering — editions of this title are not interchangeable.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Which professional qualification standards are supported by this manual?
A: The text directly addresses all Job Performance Requirements (JPRs) specified in the 2019 edition of NFPA 1041 (Standard for Fire Service Instructor Professional Qualifications) for Levels I, II, and III. It also supports instructor prerequisites required for Fire Officer Level I under NFPA 1021.
Q: How is the 9th edition organized across instructor qualification levels?
A: The 18 chapters align with credentialing levels: Chapters 1 through 10 address Instructor Level I, Chapters 11 through 15 cover Instructor Level II, and Chapters 16 through 18 address Instructor Level III.
Q: Does this text include practical evaluation tools?
A: Yes, the manual contains 43 dedicated skill sheets covering Levels I, II, and III to guide candidates and evaluators through practical performance assessments.
Q: What official companion resources are available for this edition?
A: Official companion materials produced by IFSTA and Fire Protection Publications include a dedicated print Exam Prep book, an interactive Exam Prep Plus app, and curriculum resources accessible through ResourceOne.
Q: What is the minimum order quantity for this title?
A: The minimum order is 5 copies. Tiered pricing applies at 5, 10, and 25 copies; orders of 100 or more copies are quoted directly by email.
Q: Is this the correct edition for my program or syllabus?
A: This listing is ISBN 9780879396961 (ISBN-10 0879396962). Please confirm this exact identifier and edition against your syllabus or procurement request before ordering, as editions of this title are not interchangeable.
Q: Do you accept purchase orders and offer Net-30 terms?
A: Yes. Purchase orders and Net-30 terms are accepted for qualifying institutions, and tax-exempt certificates are accepted at checkout.
Q: Do you ship internationally?
A: Yes, Global Academic Supply offers free worldwide shipping with no sales tax on qualifying orders.