EVENTS
Fall Leadership Development Course on the Farm
October 18 – October 23, 2026 I The Farm I Western Maryland
Registration is open for our Fall Leadership Development Course on the Farm.
The course consists of five days and evenings of dynamic instruction, discussion, and collaboration focused on tactical leadership. The course curriculum is geared towards unit level leaders, specifically company officers and firefighters. The immersive course is held on the Farm where participants will learn, reflect, eat, and sleep in a communal setting. The course also includes a staff ride of the Gettysburg Battlefield and a Tactical Fitness and Recovery Workshop.
Registration is LIMITED to 25 leaders.
Fall Online Leadership Development Course for and by Emerging Leaders
October 6 – December 8, 2026 I Online
Registration is open for our Fall Online Leadership Development Course for and by Emerging Leaders.
This course includes eight modules of dynamic instruction, discussion, and collaboration designed for leaders of all ranks and experience (inclusive of senior leaders) who are committed to preparing their young firefighters, units, and departments to gain and maintain a competitive edge in an increasingly challenging operational environment.
The course group will meet via a web platform on Tuesday evenings (1930-2130 EST) during the semester. Of the many goals of this program, a primary one is to equip and encourage emerging leaders to embrace, create, and recognize opportunities to lead and exercise initiative in a fashion consistent with relative experience and culture.
Registration is LIMITED to 20 leaders.