S-330 Task Force/ Strike Team Leader (24 hours)
Dates: March 12-14
Pre-requisites: Qualified as any single resource boss.
Successful completion of pre-course work.
This is a 24-hour course designed to meet the training requirements outlined in the PMS 310-1, Wildland Fire Qualification System Guide and the position task books developed for the positions of task force leader and strike team leader.
Welcome to the Arizona Wildfire & Incident Management Academy Wildland Training In An Incident Setting!
In 2010, the Arizona Wildfire & Incident Management Academy expanded its training to incorporate trainee positions for incident management positions. Trainees can get task books signed through assisting with daily operations during the Academy.
The safety record of our firefighters across the state is outstanding and we expect this to continue through training participation at all levels. The Academy provides the best instructors in their fields to promote and teach what you need to become the best you can be.
New dates for the 2011 Academy – March 12-18, 2011
The dates have been set for the 2011 Academy:
Courses will take place between March 12 and 18 at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University. Registration for the 2011 Academy will begin October 1, 2010. Courses are listed on this website under the course number. For example – Click on the heading 200 Level Courses to find S-212, or L-280. Then on that page there will be links for the registration site. We will only be accepting registration on-line this year. If you have problems, feel free to call us at (928)442-3563 or e-mail us at info@azwildfireacademy.org. We can go through the process with you.
At the Academy, you will experience how an incident is run by an Incident Management Team in a fire camp environment. You will meet new friends and will grow both professionally and personally.
The Arizona Wildfire & Incident Management Academy is a non-profit organization and is sponsored through the cooperative efforts of federal, state and local agencies. You will spend time networking, learning and training with the same professionals you will interact with when responding to fires.
S-330 Task Force/ Strike Team Leader
June 8th, 2010 
Libby S-339 Division/Groups Supervisor
June 8th, 2010 Libby S-339 Division/Groups Supervisor (20 hours)
Dates: March 16-18
Pre-requisites: Completion of pre-course work
Qualified as a Task Force Leader (TFLD) OR qualified as an (ICT3)
OR
Qualified as an Incident Commander type 4 (ICT4)
and
Qualified in any two strike team leader positions (one must be STCR or STEN).
This course prepares students to perform in the role of division/group supervisor. It provides instruction in support of the specific tasks of the division/group supervisor, but will not instruct students in general management/supervision or
S-349 Resource Unit Leader
June 8th, 2010 Libby S-349 Resource Unit Leader (32 hours)
Dates: March 15-18
Pre-requisites: Qualified as status/check-in recorder (SCKN)
Successfully complete pre-course work and pre-course test
Basic knowledge of current automated resource status system, such as I-Suite.
This course is designed to train potential resources unit leader (RESL) and demobilization unit leader (DMOB). It begins with a discussion on unit activation and management that is relevant for both the RESL and DMOB. Then
S-354 Facilities Unit Leader
June 8th, 2010 Libby S-354 Facilities Unit Leader (24 hours)
Dates: March 14-16
Pre-requisites: Satisfactory performance as a base/camp manager (BCMG)
Completion of pre-course work
This course prepares students to perform the job of facilities unit leader (FACL) as outlined in the PMS 310-1, Wildland Fire Qualification System Guide and the position task book developed for the position. The instructional methods of the course include
S-356 Supply Unit Leader
June 8th, 2010 Libby S-356 Supply Unit Leader (16 hours)
Dates: March 12-13
Pre-requisites: Qualified as an ordering manager (ORDM)
and as a receiving/distribution manager(RCDM).
This course is designed to prepare students to perform the duties of managing the incident supply unit.
S-359 Medical Unit Leader
June 8th, 2010 Libby S-359 Medical Unit Leader (20 hours)
Dates: March 16-18
Pre-requisites: Prior or current certification as an Emergency Medical Technician or equivalent.
This course is designed to provide the skills and knowledge needed to perform in the role of medical unit leader (MEDL). Topics include gathering information, organizing the medical unit, supervising the unit, evaluation, documentation, and demobilization.
S-360 Finance/Administration Unit Leader
June 8th, 2010 Libby S-360 Finance/Administration Unit Leader (30 hours)
Dates: March 14-17
Pre-requisites: Qualified as personnel time recorder (PTRC) for time unit leader (TIME).
Qualified as compensation-for-injury specialist (INJR) and claims specialist(CLMS)
for compensation/claims unit leader (COMP).
Qualified as equipment time recorder (EQTR) and meet agency procurement authority
requirements for procurement unit leader (PROC).
Have agency related cost estimation and analysis experience for cost unit leader (COST).
Complete pre-course work
This course is designed to introduce students to the knowledge and skills necessary to perform the tasks of finance/administration unit leaders: time unit
S-390 Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior Calculations
June 8th, 2010 Libby S-390 Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior Calculations (32+ hours)
Dates: March 13-17
Pre-requisites: Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior (S-290)
Qualified as a single resource boss
Complete pre-course work
This course is designed to introduce fire behavior calculations by manual methods, using nomograms and the Fire Behavior Handbook Appendix B. Students gain an understanding of the determinants of fire behavior though studying inputs (weather, slope, fuels, and fuel moisture). Students also learn how to interpret fire behavior outputs, documentation processes, and fire behavior briefing components.
Find pre-work at http://training.nwcg.gov then click on “NWCG Training and Qualifications” then “Online Training”, then click on “Online Pre-course Work”
L-280 Followership to Leadership
June 8th, 2010 Libby L-280 Followership to Leadership (32 hours)
Dates: Session A March 14-15
Session B March 16-17
Prerequisites: Experience on incident assignments in operations or support functions.
Human Factors on the Fireline (L-180).
Completion of pre-course work assignment.
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
S-200 Initial Attack Incident Commander
June 8th, 2010 Libby S-200 Initial Attack Incident Commander (16 hours)
Dates: March 14-15
Pre-requisites: Qualified as any single resource boss.
Completion of pre-course work
This course is designed to meet the training needs of the incident commander type 4 (ICT4). It is presented in a discussion/exercise format. The six instructional Read more »
