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Fire Officer IV
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January 20 - 22, 2026
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Daily
Students Are Responsible For Their Own Lunch
$475 Per Person for RAFT Members
$750 for Nonmembers
Southfield Civic Center Campus
Marcotte Room
26000 Evergreen
Southfield, MI 48076
Price includes 3-day class, portfolio completion, and Pro Board certification!
Prerequisites: The candidate must be Fire Officer III certified as approved by the authority having jurisdiction or have the approval of their fire chief to attend.
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This course is the final part of our Fire Officer series. This class focuses on the key areas for those either currently serving as a senior officer or aspiring to a senior position. The content will focus on issues related to the highest ranks in a fire department. Students will participate in many interactive sessions.
Program Includes
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Ethical decision making
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Problem solving
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Budget and finance
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Human Resources
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Legal Issues
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Dealing with Labor
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Working with your staff (Control)
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Dealing with politicians and City Managers - Political navigation
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Succession planning
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Self stress management & mental health
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Contract negotiations - seeing the future of the organization
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Grievances and arbitration prep
Learn MORE about the RAFT Fire Officer Program!
