The Caribbean Fire Chiefs Association in calibration with the Freeman Group, LLC will host the 2009 Junior Officers Leadership Academy, November event. This course is designed to train fire and emergency service officers in modern concepts of management by developing technical skills and professional knowledge. The topics covered in the course are diverse and relevant to current fire and emergency medical services issues. Chief Gregory N. Richards, President of the Caribbean Fire Chiefs Association will present opening remarks and make a special presentation at the program’s opening ceremony.



This year’s program includes, Fire Ground Incident Management, Personnel Management, Fire Department Administrative Responsibilities, Inter-Personal Motivating Factors, Group Activities, Communication Skills, Customer Service, Developing Authentic Leaders, Disciplinary Action and Grievance Management, Organizational Survival, Recognizing the Signs of Stress, and Shaping the Future of Your Fire Department. The program faculty comprised of an outstanding group of presenters who are nationally recognized and on the cutting edge in their respective fields.


The Junior Fire Officers Leadership Academy (JOLA) is a high-intensity, concentrated program designed to involve the student in various peer group activities. The successful completion of the course requires attendance at all sessions and student participation in all class activities. IFE continuing professional development (CPDs) credit hours and Continuing Education Units (CEUs) are available to all students who successfully complete the program. Upon successful completion of the course participants will receive a JOLA Certificate of Completion and ICS-100, ICS-200, and ICS-300 Certificates from the US Federal Emergency Management Agency.