Course detail: Fire Officer Weekend

This five-module series equips current and aspiring fire service leaders with the critical mindset, communication tools, and developmental frameworks required to lead with integrity and impact.

Participants will explore the distinction and balance between leadership and management, refine their communication and listening skills for both routine and high-stakes environments, and apply practical strategies for mentorship, coaching, recruitment, and retention. The course challenges students to embrace change with vision and accountability, while grounding all decisions in ethical principles. Designed for both line officers and administrative leaders, this program prioritizes real-world application, cultural relevance, and operational credibility providing leaders with the clarity and confidence to shape the future of their departments through example, not just authority.

Schedule:

  • Thursday, Aug 21 - 6:00pm - 9:00pm
  • Friday, Aug 22 - 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Saturday, Aug 23 - 8am-12pm


Training location is Classroom 8 in the KLETC Learning Center and you will use entrance J. You are encouraged to park in the parking lot by the Learning Center doors.

Attendance is limited to 20 participants. Lodging, Thursday dinner, and Friday lunch will be provided by KFRTI. Please see session add on for lodging details.

For questions and/or concerns, please contact Ken Fowler.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to participate in University of Kansas educational offerings. If you require a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this event, please email kufire@ku.edu or call 866-804-8841 at least two weeks before the first day of the event.

 Session Information: FO26016F

Schedule: Thu 8/21: 6:00pm-9:00pm; Fri 8/22: 8:00am-5:00pm; Sat 8/23: 8:00am-12:00pm
Only 25 days left to register!
Times: 08:00am-05:00pm CDT
Registration Fee : $25.00

Add-ons

Every day, starting on 08/21/25 and ending on 08/23/25
08:00am-05:00pm CDT
 

Every day, starting on 08/21/25 and ending on 08/23/25
08:00am-05:00pm CDT
 

Instructors

Name Additional Resources
Ken Fowler

Facility Detail

KLETC Learning Ctr Classroom 8
11009 S Hornet Rd
Hutchinson, KS 67501