York County Fire Academy
Training Opportunities
Choose from these current offerings and submit your request below.
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/
Schedule
as of September 7, 2024
September 16-17, 2024
Certified Fire Plans Examiner (NFPA 1031)
Certified Fire Plans Examiner (NFPA 1031)
Sept 16-17, 2024At York County EMA
September 28 & 29, 2024
Fall Fire/EMS Training School – Various Courses
September 28 & 29, 2024
Fall Fire/EMS Training School – Various Courses.
York County Chiefs’ Association. 50th year!
For a brochure and registration information CLICK HERE
October 5 & 6, 2024
EVDT (EVOC) Train-the-Trainer
This program is a train-the-trainer program which is designed to teach the necessary instructional methodology in order to successfully deliver the following programs within your own agency. Upon completion, an instructor kit will be provided.
Date: 10/05/2024 - 10/06/2024. 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location: York County Community College, 112 College Drive Wells, ME 04090
FMI and to Register go to: https://mfsi.me.edu/events/vfis-evdt-train-the-trainer-wells/
October 7 - 11, 2024 0800-1700
Fire Officer II (NFPA 1021)
Fire Officer II (NFPA 1021)
Location: York County EMA, 149 Jordan Springs Road, Alfred, ME
Instructor: Regional Alliance for Firefighter Training. www.raft.org
Prerequisites: Fire Officer I, Fire Instructor I, 5-years fire service experience. Priority will be given to officers in rank.
Fee: York County Departments: $875, Outside York County $975, Outside Maine $1075.
Register at: https://forms.gle/ToBQ1WQ2oByT8KUN6
FMI Email: firetrain@yorkcountymaine.gov
Note: Pro Board Exam will be conducted on October 30, 2024. Details will be provided in class.
October 21, 2024 - February 27, 2025
Emergency Medical Technician (Basic)
Location: York County Community College, Wells, ME
Mandatory Orientation: October 15, 2024
Tuesday Evening Lecture: 5pm - 9pm.
Monday Lab 8am - 4pm or Wednesday & Thursday Evening Lab 5pm - 8pm.
FMI and to Register go to : https://www.yccc.edu/degree/emt_training/
October 30 - November 1, 2024 0800-1700
EMS Basic Field Training Officer Course
Location: York County EMA
Fee: $450.00
Instructor: National EMS Managers Association (NEMSMA)
Register here: https://forms.gle/AjnN1Ahk1ZoEBfD1A
November 5-8, 2024 0800-1700
Fire Service Communications
Effective communications is a critical component of fire service operations. It provides the vital link between citizens and responders. This course continues to advance fire communications training, improving service to the caller and increasing safety of the field responders. This dynamic course covers the terms, techniques, and technologies required for excellence in fire service call-taking and dispatch. There is also a strong focus on incident types and the pertinent information needed for dispatch in these situations.
Audience: Dispatchers
Location: York County EMA
Fee: $480.00
Instructor: Association of Public Safety Communications Officials (APCO)
Register at: www.apcointl.org/schedule
January 6-7, 2025
Fire Inspector II (NFPA 1031)
January 6-7, 2025
Fire Inspector II (NFPA 1031)
At York County EMA
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
Submit Your Information
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