BFST2706/STPC2706
Public Information Officer - 45 Hours
Course Description
This course will prepare the student to serve effectively as a organizational spokesperson, according to current practices in the profession of public relations and numerous examples from the fire service. Particular emphasis will be placed on case studies in crisis communications and the role of the PIO in the incident command system.
*This course is currently under revision to meet the requirements of 2022 FEMA L0105 Curriculum
Syllabus
Additional Information and Instructor Qualifications:
Textbook
Course Textbook Information
The Florida State Fire College uses the textbooks identified in each course syllabus as the recommended instructional resources for its courses.
Approved training providers may choose to use an alternative textbook or instructional resource when delivering a course, based on the provider’s instructional needs and preferences.
The link below provides a current list of textbooks and instructional materials used by the Florida State Fire College for its course offerings. Please refer to the individual course syllabus for specific textbook and resource information.
Pre-Requisites
None
Pre-Coursework
None
This program is part of the following Certification(s)
None
Applicable CEU's (45 hours)
Fire Code Administrator
Inspector I
Instructor I, II, and III
Course Equivalency Process
(To determine eligibility of courses not listed in your FCDICE Student Account that you want to use towards a certification)
Course Fee
In-State: $75.00
Out-of-State: $185.00
(Prices vary for other providers)
FSFC Schedule and Registration