Firefighting School Instructor (Firefighters)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Security and Public Safety Occupations
- Middle : Prison Guards and Firefighters
- Minor : Firefighters
Summary
Firefighting school instructors leverage their practical experience as firefighters to deliver lectures and hands-on training in firefighting, emergency medical services, rescue techniques, safety management, and discipline to new recruits and incumbent firefighters.
Description
Firefighting school instructors (firefighters) belong to fire departments and conduct lectures and practical training for firefighters and trainee candidates on fire suppression, rescue, emergency medical techniques, safety management, hazardous materials handling, and discipline. They are responsible for planning and managing training programs, ensuring safety, and instilling the fundamentals of firefighting activities.
Future Outlook
With the increasing frequency of natural disasters and complex disasters, the importance of firefighting training and personnel development is growing. The expansion of e-learning and simulation training requires instructors to enhance their expertise.
Personality Traits
Calm and composed / Has leadership / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Civil servant / Practical training / Shift work / Team collaboration
Career Path
Hired as Firefighter → Appointed as Firefighting School Instructor Assistant → Firefighting School Instructor → Fire Department Instructor/Supervisor Role
Required Skills
First Aid / Practical Instruction Ability / Safety Management / Training Program Planning and Design
Recommended Skills
Lesson Plan Creation / e-Learning Material Creation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because attention to detail is required for safety assurance. |
| Communication Skills | Because clear instructions and explanations are necessary in lectures and training. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical stamina is required for instructing practical training. |
| Planning & Organization | Because they plan, execute, and manage training programs. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because they need to manage troubles and tension during training. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced mathematical analysis is minimal, focusing on basic calculations. |
Related Qualifications
- Completion of Basic Life Support Training
Aliases
- Firefighting School Lecturer
- Firefighting Training Instructor
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