Many firefighters accrue unnecessary college courses and training and/or technical certificates to obtain a desired promotion or position. In doing so, sometimes their efforts may be redundant or they might even end up taking courses or trainings that do not apply to their degree or career goals Discuss why it is important to use the four pillars of personal professional development (dynamic training, academic education, relevant experience, and continuing education) instead of haphazardly obtaining certificates or college courses. Give an example of how you have used the pillars in your own professional development and how they can guide you to your future goals.