Training


General Fire Training

  • Must be at least 16 years old

  • Must be a member of a Volunteer Fire Department or Emergency Squad in New York State

  • Some of these courses involve intense physical activity

  • Some courses require pre-registration and have pre-requisites.

  • Basic Firefighter training is recommended before taking other classes

  • Some classes require turnout and/or other protective gear

Emergency Medicine

  • Must be at least 17 years old to take NYS-EMS training

  • No Age limit for CPR training

  • Must have experience and hold an basic EMT card before taking Advanced or Paramedic Classes

  • Some observation time in local hospitals may be required.

  • Students not affiliated with an EMS agency are subject to tuition fees.