PTG, Posttraumatic Growth, is defined as a phenomenon where a person becomes stronger and creates a more meaningful life in the wake of tragedy or trauma. The instructor of this course suffered from PTSD, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, after his involvement as the first due engineer on June 18, 2007 where 9 firefighters perished in the line of duty in Charleston, South Carolina.  He was then able to overcome PTSD, turning the tragedy into PTG. During this course, the signs and symptoms of PTSD will be discussed and the necessary steps to educate firefighters on making the transition from PTSD to PTG will be presented. Attend this class to learn from a responder who experienced a traumatic event, was diagnosed with PTSD, and overcame it with PTG.  Student acknowledges by enrolling this course that they have read the instructions on how to obtain an ePermit parking permit at Kean University and that he/she has looked at the campus map to locate the building where the class is located. For parking go to www.keanfiresafety.com and scroll over Course Brochure then click on Kean University Parking Permit.