Events & Training
Firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, and wildland crews face rapidly evolving risks. Our events and training programs ensure members stay prepared, informed, and connected. From national conferences to hands-on drills, we bring first responders together to build skills, share best practices, and advance the standards of the fire service.
Programs include:
Veterans transition & hiring
Youth cadet and explorer programs
Smoke-alarm installations
Blood drives & charity events
Community education and safety outreach
Disaster-response volunteer teams
Upcoming Events
Stay up to date with trainings, certifications, community outreach days, and union gatherings.
(You can convert this into a dynamic Events Loop once your site structure is ready.)
Live Fire Training Days
Multi-company exercises focused on modern fire behavior, tactical decision-making, and crew coordination.
EMS Skills Refreshers
Quarterly sessions covering trauma assessment, airway management, CPR, and hands-on medical scenarios.
Wildland Preparedness Workshops
Seasonal briefings on wildland fire strategy, line construction, equipment readiness, and weather behavior.
Union Leadership & Steward Training
Workshops for members interested in steward roles, contract enforcement, grievance handling, and leadership development.
Cancer Prevention & Wellness Seminars
Evidence-based training addressing occupational cancer risks, decon protocols, PPE procedures, and health screenings.
Community Outreach & Fire Safety Events
Smoke alarm installations, public safety demonstrations, youth fire academy programs, and neighborhood emergency-prep days.
Certifications You Will Earn
Earn While You Learn
Why Choose a Fire Service Apprenticeship
Our programs follow an “earn-while-you-learn” model where recruits receive a paycheck, benefits, and daily practical experience from their very first shift.
Key advantages:
Paid, structured learning from day one
No tuition or student-loan debt
Progressive wage increases with each training milestone
Full eligibility for health, pension, and retirement benefits
Career pathways into specialized units (rescue, hazmat, EMS, wildland, investigations)
Program Structure & What You’ll Learn
Depending on your department or region, training typically spans 2–4 years and includes:
On-the-Job Training (OJT)
Recruits work alongside seasoned firefighters, learning:
Suppression techniques
Search & rescue
Ladder operations
Pumping & hydraulics
Ventilation strategies
Emergency medical response
Incident command basics
Related Technical Instruction (RTI)
Classroom and academy coursework covering:
Fire behavior & science
Building construction
Hazmat operations
EMS protocols
Technical rescue
Tools & equipment mastery
Radio communication procedures
Safety & Certifications
Apprentices earn nationally recognized credentials such as:
Firefighter I & II
EMT or Paramedic
Hazmat Awareness & Operations
Wildland Firefighter Type II
CPR / First Aid
ICS & NIMS certifications
Advancement to Full Firefighter Status
As recruits complete training and demonstrate proficiency, they advance in pay, responsibilities, and eligibility for specialized assignments.