The Fire Service Executive Development Institute (FSEDI) is now accepting applications for its 2016 session. The Institute, an International Association of Fire Chiefs program funded by a grant from Motorola Solutions Foundation, http://www.motorolasolutions.com/en_us/about/company-overview/corporate-responsibility.html is offering 20 new (holding the position no longer than a year) and aspiring chiefs the opportunity to acquire the skills and tools that help to develop more successful and productive leaders/chiefs. Accepted applicants will be awarded a scholarship to cover the cost of airfare, housing, and meals for the on-site sessions. Deadline is Friday, January 8, 2016.
The components of the program, which will necessitate a one-year commitment from participants, include the following:
- A six-day introductory residency at a conference center in the Washington Metropolitan region.
- A four-six month period of self-study during which mentors and executive coaches will be present for consultation.
- Two-three days of additional sessions; mentors and coaches will be present.
- A two-three day debriefing session at the end of the program.
- Attendance at the Fire-Rescue International full conference. The participant or department will be responsible for the registration and travel and on-site expenses.
- The completion of a project that will help to enhance the fire and emergency service and active participation in professional organizations at the state or national level.
- Maintaining an ongoing relationship with peers, networking with members of the 2016 FSEDI participants and other FSEDI alumni.
The application form is at http://www.iafc.org/files/1EDUprofDEV/FSEDI_ApplicationForm.pdf. For additional information, contact Mary Beth Michos by e-mail or at (703) 680-1150.
More info: http://www.iafc.org/fsedi
