NIMS ICS All Hazards Position Planning Section Chief (EL0962)(v.3)
Issued by
National Emergency Training Center
The course objective is to provide local and state-level emergency responders with an understanding of the duties, responsibilities, and capabilities of an effective Planning Section Chief on an All-Hazards Incident Management Team.
- Type Validation
- Level Foundational
- Time Months
Earning Criteria
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The methods of assessment include case studies, participation, and an examination with a minimum passing score of 75 percent.
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The methods of instruction include audio visual materials, case studies, discussion, practical exercises, learner presentations, lecture, and classroom exercises. The general course topics include planning section chief; resources unit; situation unit; initial response; planning cycle; interactions; and documentation and demobilization units.