The Executive Officer (EO) programmes

The TAPS programme for Executive Officers is in two distinct parts.

Executive Officer 1 programme

The Executive Officer 1 programme, deals with prospective chief fire officers and deputy chief fire officers.

Participants will undertake a mix of internal distance learning, assignments and extramural university papers covering areas such as staff, asset and project management.

The programme is designed to be completed in about 24 months and constitutes partial completion of a Graduate Diploma in Emergency Service Management.

Executive Officer 2 programme

The Executive Officer 2 programme is designed to upskill serving chiefs and deputy chiefs to assistant fire region commander and fire region manager roles.