Florida Fire Instructor I Certification Exam –
State Fire College of Florida | 2025 Complete
Study Guide and Exam Preparation Materials
Introduction
This study guide is designed to prepare you for the Florida Fire Instructor 1 certification exam
based on the NFPA 1041, 2019 Edition and the Florida Bureau of Fire Standards and Training
(BFST) requirements. It covers the seven weighted domains, provides key concepts, and
includes practice questions to test your knowledge.
DOMAIN I: INSTRUCTIONAL PREPARATION
KEY CONCEPTS:
Lesson Plan Components: Every effective lesson plan must have a Terminal Objective (the big
picture goal), Enabling Objectives (step-by-step goals), a Lesson Outline (time-coded),
Required Resources, and an Evaluation Method.
Bloom’s Taxonomy: Used to write measurable objectives.
Low Level: Remember, Understand.
Mid Level: Apply, Analyze.
High Level: Evaluate, Create (Synthesize).
Learning Styles (VAK):
Visual: Learn by seeing (diagrams, videos).
Auditory: Learn by hearing (lectures, discussions).
Kinesthetic: Learn by doing (hands-on practice).
Domains of Learning:
Cognitive: Mental knowledge (knowing what).
Psychomotor: Physical skills (knowing how).
,Affective: Attitudes and values (knowing why).
Questions:
Q1: A terminal objective in a lesson plan describes:
A. The daily schedule of activities
B. The overall goal students will achieve by the end of instruction [CORRECT]
C. The equipment needed for the lesson
D. The evaluation method for grading
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Terminal Objective is the broad statement of what the student will be able to
do at the end of the instruction. Enabling objectives break this down into steps.
Q2: According to Bloom's Taxonomy, which verb represents the highest level of cognitive
learning?
A. List (Remember)
B. Explain (Understand)
C. Design (Create) [CORRECT]
D. Apply (Apply)
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Bloom's Taxonomy levels (low to high) are: Remember → Understand → Apply →
Analyze → Evaluate → Create. "Design" or "Construct" represents the highest level of
cognitive processing.
Q3: A student who learns best by physically practicing skills is primarily a(n):
A. Visual learner
B. Auditory learner
C. Kinesthetic learner [CORRECT]
D. Cognitive learner
,Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Kinesthetic learners learn through touching and doing. "Cognitive" is a domain of
learning, not a learning style.
Q4: When writing a learning objective, which of the following is the most critical component?
A. The instructor's teaching style
B. A measurable, observable verb [CORRECT]
C. The length of the lesson
D. The number of students in the class
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Objectives must be measurable to determine if the student mastered the skill.
Observable verbs (e.g., "Demonstrate," "Tie") allow the instructor to see success.
Q5: Which domain of learning is primarily addressed when teaching a firefighter the proper
attitude towards safety?
A. Cognitive
B. Psychomotor
C. Affective [CORRECT]
D. Visual
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The affective domain deals with feelings, values, appreciation, enthusiasms,
motivations, and attitudes.
Q6: An enabling objective is best described as:
A. The final goal of the entire course
B. A step-by-step skill that supports the terminal objective [CORRECT]
C. The administrative paperwork required for the class
, D. The evaluation of the course instructor
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Enabling objectives are the building blocks. If a student completes all enabling
objectives, they should be able to perform the terminal objective.
Q7: Which factor most negatively affects transfer of learning?
A. Relevant material
B. Positive reinforcement
C. High anxiety/stress [CORRECT]
D. Motivation
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: High stress or anxiety creates a barrier to learning and reduces the ability to
transfer new knowledge to the job.
Q8: "Given a pike pole and a simulated ceiling, the student will pull a 4x4 foot opening
without damaging the structural support." This statement is an example of:
A. A course description
B. A learning objective [CORRECT]
C. An instructional method
D. A test item
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: It contains the three parts of a behavioral objective: Condition (Given a pike
pole...), Behavior (pull an opening), and Standard (without damaging structural support).
Q9: In the VAK model, a student who prefers listening to lectures and participating in
discussions is a(n):
A. Visual learner
State Fire College of Florida | 2025 Complete
Study Guide and Exam Preparation Materials
Introduction
This study guide is designed to prepare you for the Florida Fire Instructor 1 certification exam
based on the NFPA 1041, 2019 Edition and the Florida Bureau of Fire Standards and Training
(BFST) requirements. It covers the seven weighted domains, provides key concepts, and
includes practice questions to test your knowledge.
DOMAIN I: INSTRUCTIONAL PREPARATION
KEY CONCEPTS:
Lesson Plan Components: Every effective lesson plan must have a Terminal Objective (the big
picture goal), Enabling Objectives (step-by-step goals), a Lesson Outline (time-coded),
Required Resources, and an Evaluation Method.
Bloom’s Taxonomy: Used to write measurable objectives.
Low Level: Remember, Understand.
Mid Level: Apply, Analyze.
High Level: Evaluate, Create (Synthesize).
Learning Styles (VAK):
Visual: Learn by seeing (diagrams, videos).
Auditory: Learn by hearing (lectures, discussions).
Kinesthetic: Learn by doing (hands-on practice).
Domains of Learning:
Cognitive: Mental knowledge (knowing what).
Psychomotor: Physical skills (knowing how).
,Affective: Attitudes and values (knowing why).
Questions:
Q1: A terminal objective in a lesson plan describes:
A. The daily schedule of activities
B. The overall goal students will achieve by the end of instruction [CORRECT]
C. The equipment needed for the lesson
D. The evaluation method for grading
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Terminal Objective is the broad statement of what the student will be able to
do at the end of the instruction. Enabling objectives break this down into steps.
Q2: According to Bloom's Taxonomy, which verb represents the highest level of cognitive
learning?
A. List (Remember)
B. Explain (Understand)
C. Design (Create) [CORRECT]
D. Apply (Apply)
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Bloom's Taxonomy levels (low to high) are: Remember → Understand → Apply →
Analyze → Evaluate → Create. "Design" or "Construct" represents the highest level of
cognitive processing.
Q3: A student who learns best by physically practicing skills is primarily a(n):
A. Visual learner
B. Auditory learner
C. Kinesthetic learner [CORRECT]
D. Cognitive learner
,Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Kinesthetic learners learn through touching and doing. "Cognitive" is a domain of
learning, not a learning style.
Q4: When writing a learning objective, which of the following is the most critical component?
A. The instructor's teaching style
B. A measurable, observable verb [CORRECT]
C. The length of the lesson
D. The number of students in the class
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Objectives must be measurable to determine if the student mastered the skill.
Observable verbs (e.g., "Demonstrate," "Tie") allow the instructor to see success.
Q5: Which domain of learning is primarily addressed when teaching a firefighter the proper
attitude towards safety?
A. Cognitive
B. Psychomotor
C. Affective [CORRECT]
D. Visual
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The affective domain deals with feelings, values, appreciation, enthusiasms,
motivations, and attitudes.
Q6: An enabling objective is best described as:
A. The final goal of the entire course
B. A step-by-step skill that supports the terminal objective [CORRECT]
C. The administrative paperwork required for the class
, D. The evaluation of the course instructor
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Enabling objectives are the building blocks. If a student completes all enabling
objectives, they should be able to perform the terminal objective.
Q7: Which factor most negatively affects transfer of learning?
A. Relevant material
B. Positive reinforcement
C. High anxiety/stress [CORRECT]
D. Motivation
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: High stress or anxiety creates a barrier to learning and reduces the ability to
transfer new knowledge to the job.
Q8: "Given a pike pole and a simulated ceiling, the student will pull a 4x4 foot opening
without damaging the structural support." This statement is an example of:
A. A course description
B. A learning objective [CORRECT]
C. An instructional method
D. A test item
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: It contains the three parts of a behavioral objective: Condition (Given a pike
pole...), Behavior (pull an opening), and Standard (without damaging structural support).
Q9: In the VAK model, a student who prefers listening to lectures and participating in
discussions is a(n):
A. Visual learner
