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ACADEMIC DEGREES & EDUCATION

Kairos Pacific University

  • Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology – MFT

  • Expected Graduation: December 2027

California Coastal University

  • Bachelor of Science in Psychology (Summa Cum Laude)

Ventura College

  • Associate of Science in Emergency Medicine (Paramedic Studies)

ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS & PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Kairos Pacific University

Prospective Learning Management Systems (LMS) Director

  • Oversees Learning Management System operations and online learning support for university programs

  • Manages course organization, LMS functionality, user support, and educational technology workflows

  • Supports faculty and staff with LMS troubleshooting, onboarding, and course delivery

  • Collaborates across departments to improve online learning systems and learner experience

  • Assists with accessibility, engagement, and organization within digital learning environments

  • Supports distance education initiatives and student success through learning technology administration

Los Angeles Fire Department

Firefighter Paramedic, Inspector | 23 Years

  • Served as Department Mental Health Advocate, supporting first responders and families through crisis intervention and wellness initiatives

  • Paramedic Preceptor, training and mentoring new paramedics in clinical and high-stress decision-making

  • Project Owner for LAFD FIMS Fire Inspection Software project

  • Provided leadership in emergency medical response, inspections, and operational support

United Firefighters of Los Angeles City

Committee Member

  • Managed union-related operations supporting over 3,300 members

  • Served on Election, IT, and Communication Committees

  • Managed cloud infrastructure migration and transitional technology systems

Cashmere Systems LLC

Co-Founder & Chief Operating Officer | 7 Years

  • Provided supply chain consulting and software implementation for Fortune 500 companies

  • Managed enterprise sales, customer relationships, and strategic operations

  • Oversaw full-stack technology solutions across Windows, macOS, and Linux environments

AREAS OF INTEREST

  • Learning Management Systems (LMS)

  • Online Learning & Distance Education

  • Educational Technology

  • Instructional Design

  • Student Learning Experience

  • Faculty Support & Training

  • Mental Health Advocacy for First Responders

  • Crisis Intervention & Wellness Support

  • Learning Systems Administration

CERTIFICATIONS

  • Certified SCRUM Master

  • Microsoft Office Suite Proficiency(Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

  • Google Workspace Proficiency(Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms)

  • Paramedic & Emergency Medical Training / Preceptor Experience

  • Windows, macOS, and Linux Systems Administration

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David Brien

Tustin

California campus

Hybrid

Online & Zoom

Fall & Spring

Cohort entry points

David Brien
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