- Fire Service Communication Skills Units: 3

Catalog description

This course introduces students to the principles and practices of effective communication within the fire service. Emphasis is placed on developing oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills essential for successful fireground operations, emergency response coordination, and day-to-day fire department administration. Topics include radio procedures, report writing, communication within the Incident Command System (ICS), conflict resolution, and public information delivery. Students will gain experience through simulations, scenario-based exercises, and practical applications relevant to the Wildland and structural fire service environment.