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
May 5, 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
Live Fire Instructor (NFPA 1403)
Dates: June 8 & 9. 0800-1630. (2-days)
Registration Deadline: May 27, 2026
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
Dates: June 10, 2027. 0800-1630.
Registration Deadline: June 5, 2026
Instructor: P.L. Vulcan Fire Training Concepts.
Course Info: Methods that can be used to disentangle victims from a variety of situations. Basic techniques for removing a variety of rings are addressed. Evolutions progress in complexity to include extremities stuck in multiple machines, impalements, persons trapped under vehicles, torch operations, as well as other “tips & tricks” learned from real-world experiences. The Classroom and Practical Skills portions focus on finding the least complicated methods of performing rescues rather than "overthinking" the situation.
PPE: Students are required to provide their own PPE (Firefighter Turnouts).
Fee: York County $250. Out of County $350. Lunch is Provided.
Minimum/Maximum: 24/30.
Register at: https://forms.office.com/r/VYYAUtJee6
FMI email rtc.info@yorkcountymaine.gov
Basic Pump Operator Course
Dates: June 13 & 14.
Note: Students in the current Firefighter I/II class have precedence.
Registration deadline: June 1, 2026
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
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
Summer Classes
EMS CEH: TBD
EVOC: July 14 & 15
EVOC: August 15 & 16
Fall Classes
These classes will open for registration on September 1st.
Fire Officer IV; October 5-7.
Fire Instructor II/Live Fire Instructor; October 13-16.
Fire Officer II; October 20-23.
EMS Field Training Officer; TBD.
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/