Description
Using classroom lecture and simulated incident, students will understand principles and concepts of Area Command, and understand the interaction of Area Command and other incident organizations, agencies, and political entities.
Objectives
- Given a simulated multi-incident fire situation, students will effectively perform functional and team responsibilities. Individual’s performance must meet established criteria for successful completion of the course.
Target Group
Personnel in wildland fire agencies that will be available to participate on a national interagency Area Command team as an Area Commander (ACDR), Assistant Area Commander, Logistics (ACLC), Assistant Area Commander, Planning (ACPC), or Area Command Aviation Coordinator (ACAC).
Prerequisite Qualifications and Training
- Individuals must be qualified at the Type 1 level and have successfully completed S-520 or CIMC, except for the Area Command Aviation Coordinator who must complete the position task book prior to attending. Nominations must be submitted with a narrative statement giving a background of the person nominated. Include a description of the intended use of the skills developed as a result of attendance at S-620. For current course information, refer to the NAFRI website at https://www.nafri.gov.
Session Offerings
Available sessions of this course can be found by using the FIND LEARNING menu at the top of the page, then select UPCOMING COURSES. Then type in the course name and select “Search”. Enrollment requires an account.
To view Geographic Area training schedules, use the Geographic Area menu dropdown at the top of the page. Contact your local Training Officer for more information about local course sessions.
Delivery
S-620 is available as classroom instructor-led training.
Course Components and Hours to Complete
| Course Component | Course Time |
|---|---|
| Pre-course work | N/A |
| Pre-selection assessment | N/A |
| Online training | N/A |
| Instructor-led training | 36 |
| Total Hours | 36 |
Course Level
National
Minimum Instructor Qualifications
This course is managed by a National Steering Committee.
See NWCG Standards for Course Delivery, PMS 901-1, Instructor Standards for more information.