York County Regional Training Center
Fire-Rescue Training
Training Opportunities
Choose from these current offerings and submit your request below.
Upcoming
Courses in 2026
York County 2026 COURSE SCHEDULE
as of June 1, 2026
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REFUND POLICY: Course fees will not be refunded within 14 days of class start date.
For EMA and ICS training opportunities go to https://www.yorkcountymaine.gov/training-and-exercises
Courses on schedule or in planning for 2026 at the Regional Training Center.
This schedule is subject to change.
MAY
Introduction to Rope and Low Angle Rescue.
Dates: May 16 & 17, 2026. 0800-1630.
Registration Deadline: May 12, 2026
Instructor: York County RTC.
Course Info: This class is designed for firefighters, EMS, rescue teams, and outdoor professionals. This course provides foundational skills in rope rescue systems with a focus on low angle environments.
Fee: York County $150. Out of County $250.
Register at: https://forms.office.com/r/ej39LiqFX9
FMI email: rtc.info@yorkcountymaine.gov
JUNE
Yoga For First Responders
Dates: June 5. 1800-1900.
Instructor: Jessica Walley.
Fee: $10. First Session is Free.
Maximum: 20
Register at https://forms.office.com/r/yZzYqH64gX
Live Fire Instructor (NFPA 1403)
Dates: June 8 & 9. 0800-1630. (2-days)
Registration Deadline: ASAP! Only 2 seats remain.
Instructor: Regional Alliance for Firefighter Training.
Prerequisites: Fire Instructor II.
Fee: York County $750. Out of County $850.
Minimum/Maximum: 15.
Register at: https://forms.office.com/r/zdvzkX80Uh
Man vs. Machine
Cancelled. Anticipate reschedule for fall 2026.
Basic Pump Operator Course
Dates: June 13 & 14.
Note: Students in the current Firefighter I/II class have precedence.
Registration deadline: ASAP! 2 seats left.
Instructor: York County Fire Academy
Fee: $100.00 In County. $150 out of county.
Minimum/Maximum: 8/12.
Register at: https://forms.office.com/r/DGr8u0UQW5
FMI email: rtc.info@yorkcountymaine.gov
Yoga For First Responders
Dates: June 20. 0900-1000.
Instructor: Jessica Walley.
Fee: $10. First Session is Free.
Maximum: 20
Register at: https://forms.office.com/r/yZzYqH64gX
FMI: rtc.info@yorkcountymaine.gov
Emergency Vehicle Operator Course
Dates: June 27 & 28.
Note: Students in the current Firefighter I/II class have precedence.
Registration deadline: June 17, 2026
Prerequisite: Valid Driver’s License.
Instructor: York County Fire Academy
Fee: $100.00 In County. $150 out of county.
Minimum/Maximum: 8/12.
Register at: https://forms.office.com/r/WUHasucqN1
FMI email: rtc.info@yorkcountymaine.gov
JULY
EMS CEH:
Dates: July 8, 0800-1200.
Category: Operations
Fee: $50 York County. $75 out of county.
Register at: https://forms.office.com/r/ET7D4w9LXG
FMI: rtc.info@yorkcountymaine.gov
Emergency Vehicle Operator Course
Dates: July 14 & 15. 0800-1600
Registration deadline: July 7, 2026
Prerequisite: Valid Driver’s License.
Instructor: York County Fire Academy
Fee: $100.00 In County. $150 out of county.
Minimum/Maximum: 8/12.
Register at: https://forms.office.com/r/WUHasucqN1
FMI email: rtc.info@yorkcountymaine.gov
Yoga For First Responders
Dates: July 18. 0900-1000.
Instructor: Jessica Walley.
Fee: $10. First Session is Free.
Maximum: 20
Register at: https://forms.office.com/r/yZzYqH64gX
FMI: rtc.info@yorkcountymaine.gov
EMS CEH:
Dates: July 20, 1700-2100.
Category: Operations
Fee: $50 York County. $75 out of county.
Register at: https://forms.office.com/r/ET7D4w9LXG
FMI: rtc.info@yorkcountymaine.gov
AUGUST
Emergency Vehicle Operator Course
Dates: August 15 & 16. 0800-1600.
Registration deadline: August 7, 2026
Prerequisite: Valid Driver’s License.
Instructor: York County Fire Academy
Fee: $100.00 In County. $150 out of county.
Minimum/Maximum: 8/12.
Register at: https://forms.office.com/r/WUHasucqN1
FMI email: rtc.info@yorkcountymaine.gov
Yoga For First Responders
Dates: August 15. 0900-1000.
Instructor: Jessica Walley.
Fee: $10. First Session is Free.
Maximum: 20
Register at: https://forms.office.com/r/yZzYqH64gX
FMI: rtc.info@yorkcountymaine.gov
EMS CEH:
Dates: August 24, 1700-2100.
Category: Cardiology
Fee: $50 York County. $75 out of county.
Register at: https://forms.office.com/r/ET7D4w9LXG
FMI: rtc.info@yorkcountymaine.gov
EMS CEH:
Dates: August 27, 0800-1200.
Category: Cardiology
Fee: $50 York County. $75 out of county.
Register at: https://forms.office.com/r/ET7D4w9LXG
FMI: rtc.info@yorkcountymaine.gov
Coming this fall!
These classes will open for registration on September 1st.
York County Chiefs’ Fall Fire/EMS School & Trade Show.
September 26 & 27.
Fire Officer IV
October 5-7.
Fire Instructor II/Live Fire Instructor
October 13-17.
Fire Officer II
October 20-23.
EMS Field Training Officer
October 26-28.
EMS Developing & Managing a Field Training Program
Oct 29-30.
HOTOBER Training Weekend
Sponsored By Fire Tech & Safety.
October 24 & 25.
Ongoing
HAZMAT Training Grants
To obtain HAZMAT Training funded through the SERC Grant
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Download the HAZMAT Training Request
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Complete the HAZMAT Training Request form and email it to firetrain@yorkcountymaine.gov or fax it to 207-324-4997 or by US mail to York County Fire/EMS Office, 149 Jordan Springs Rd, Alfred, ME 04002.
A listing of SERC authorized training vendors is available at https://www.maine.gov/mema/maine-prepares/plans-trainings-exercises/serc/responder-training-resources/fast-track-vendors
Tuition Reimbursement via Harold Alfond Foundation
Maine agencies can apply for 50% reimbursement for these programs through the Harold Alfond Foundation - Work Force Development Compact. More information on reimbursement can be found at the websites below, or by contacting Kristen Wiegand, Workforce Development Coordinator, Maine Community College System, serving the York County Region. kwiegand@mccs.me.edu 207-287-0230.
https://mymccs.me.edu/ICS/HAF/HAF_Compact_Member_Application.jnz
https://www.mccs.me.edu/workforce-training/maine-workforce-development-compact/