Executive Chief Fire Officer

Executive Chief Fire Officer Certificate of Achievement

The Certificate of Achievement, Executive Chief Fire Officer Certificate of Achievement is designed to meet the training and educational requirements established by the State Fire Marshal’s Office for Fire Officer certification. The program will prepare students for the Company Officer, Chief Fire Officer, and Executive Chief Fire Officer exam and certification as a California State Executive Chief Fire Officer. After successful completion of this certificate, students will be able to take promotional exams for career advancement State wide. Upon completion of the required courses with at least a “C” or “P” grade in each course, the student will be eligible for a Certificate of Achievement.

Program Learning Outcomes

• 1. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to analyze the different levels of certification in the Executive Chief Fire Officer certification track, including Company Officer, Chief Fire Officer, and Executive Chief Fire Officer.

• 2. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to assess fire agency administrative policies and procedures, including purchasing and budget processes.

• 3. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to to analyze the methods used to determine accident and injury prevention program effectiveness.

• 4. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to assess the best practices for effective recruitment selection and employee retention procedures.

Program Requirements