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Gain the skills, confidence and real-world readiness to lead in crisis situations. Our online training courses go beyond theory – built for practical impact and delivered by experienced professionals.
Explore Our Vulcan Training Courses
Certified Courses
Vulcan’s short courses have been developed by our Learning Specialist Team, aligning and offering the certification required of both SAQA and local Universities. Gain practical real-world skills, backed by academic credibility.
CPD-Accredited Training
Earn CPD points when you complete IMS I-100, I-200, or I-300. Members of the South African Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (Saiosh) can log points directly through your online profile once you’ve successfully completed your course.
Vulcan Training Certificate
All Vulcan courses include an official Vulcan Training Certificate – a recognised mark of both your achievement and the quality of training you’ve completed. This certification sets you apart with industry-recognised skills and operational expertise.
Incident Management System (IMS) Courses
Our IMS courses will help you build the knowledge and confidence to lead structured responses in emergencies, events, and high-risk environments. Based on the internationally recognised FEMA ICS (Incident Command System) model and adapted for both African and global contexts, these courses prepare individuals and teams to manage real-world incidents across sectors.
Free Discover IMS Micro-Course
Your Quick Intro to the Incident Management System
Get a quick, practical introduction to the Incident Management System (IMS) with this free 30-minute micro-course. Designed to show you how IMS strengthens response, coordination, and organisational resilience, while giving you the tools to start applying IMS principles in your team or organisation immediately.
(I-100-Basic)
Introduction & Fundamentals
Build your incident response foundation with a structured, SAICS-endorsed course, introducing the principles and framework of IMS.
(I-200-Basic)
Essential Systems & Oversight Functions
Strengthen your command of IMS through this self-paced course, focused on key IMS functions, roles, and coordination tools.
(I-300-Intermediate)
Implementation & Management
Advance your IMS expertise by mastering the Planning Process and supporting expanding incident coordination with an accredited, cohort-based, scenario-driven course.
Division | Group Supervisor
Advance your leadership skills and learn how to manage teams, resources, and operations effectively within the Incident Management System.
SAICS Working Group Certification
Public Information Officer
Develop the skills to manage media, community communication, and public messaging during incident as part of an Incident Management Team.
SAICS Working Group Certification
Simulation Based Exercises
Vulcan facilitated emergency scenarios to identify weaknesses, improve coordination, and build critical response skills.
Wildfire Courses
Gain the knowledge to protect your property, team, or organisation from wildfire risk. Our online, FP&M SETA-accredited courses provide essential training for estate managers, farm owners, safety officers, and anyone living or operating in wildfire-prone areas. Learn how to prevent, prepare for, and respond to wildfires – with practical insight tailored to South African conditions.
Basic Wildfire Firefighter
Build your wildfire response foundation with this online, entry-level course covering fire behaviour, safety, and core suppression techniques – ideal for individuals and teams in wildfire-prone areas.
Intermediate Wildfire Firefighter
Take your wildfire knowledge to the next level with this theory-based course, designed for experienced responders ready to lead safer, smarter tactical decisions on the fireline.
Wildfire Fireline Safety Refresher
Build a fireline safety mindset with this essential training for anyone working on or near wildfires.
Wildfire Crew Leader Single Resource Leader
Step into leadership and build the tactical, safety, and coordination skills needed to manage wildfire suppression crews.
Wildfire Strike Team Task Force Leader
Advance your incident leadership capabilities by learning how to manage multiple resources, direct tactical operations, and maintaining oversight under pressure.
Note: Some wildfire courses may include practical assessments that require in-person evaluation to meet SETA accreditation requirements.
Leadership Courses
Develop the confidence and clarity to lead effectively in high-pressure, operational environments. Our leadership training is designed for professionals across sectors who lead teams, manage operations, or play a role in emergency preparedness and response.
Operational Leadership Masterclass. An Adaptive Leadership Toolkit
Develop adaptable, confident leadership skills to thrive under pressure with this reflective and practical leadership masterclass, designed for those who work in high-risk and high-stakes environments.
Thinking about upskilling your team?
We work with organisations of all sizes to deliver impactful, job-relevant training. Reach out to us to chat about group bookings, tailored course bundles, or a custom training proposal that suits your team’s schedule and needs.
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