2026-2027 Fall, Spring & Summer Schedule

• Printable Unofficial 2026-2027 Fall, Spring & Summer Schedule Available -HERE ; Official Brochure will be available shortly and will be mailed to fire departments in the next week or so

• No changes or corrections as of 7.21.26

For more information about First Responder classes, contact Marc Jackson, director/Public Safety Training Center, 724.872.2447 or jacksonmarcFREEWESTMORELAND

REQUIREMENTS FOR CLASSES & EXAMS

• To assist in registering for courses easier, as pre-registration is required - we will be utilizing a Google registration form.  Registration for PSTC classes, minus seminars can be completed at:  https://forms.gle/A9kK1miuJUEDc1fA6
• Please note that classes and associated exams are set up in series for your success. It is your responsibility to review the needed prerequisites and plan properly.
• If you cannot attend the associated prerequisite, you should utilize the main system for additional scheduled programs not listed here or another Educational Training Agency (ETA) for that course.
• The Main Registration System can be found at:  https://westmoreland.augusoft.net/ the search engine will locate any additional classes that have been scheduled offsite.

2026-2027 Announcements

New PSFA 2026 Essentials (EL26) Series

The Pennsylvania State Fire Academy’s new 2026 Essentials curriculum includes three levels of training:

• EL26 Fireground Support (ELFS)
• EL26 Firefighter I Training (ELFF1)
• EL26 Firefighter II Training (ELFF2)

Each level aligns with NFPA 1010, which replaces the previous NFPA 1001 Job Performance Requirements (JPRs). Each training level also has an associated Pro Board/IFSAC certification.

Transition Requirements for Current Essentials Students

Students who have completed one or more of the following EL22 courses must complete the BEL22_26 Bridge Course to transition to the new EL26 curriculum:

• EL22 Fireground Support (ELFG)
• EL22 Exterior Firefighter (ELEF)

Available bridge-course dates are listed under the Essentials of Firefighting section.

New NFPA 1010 Certification Pathway

The following Pro Board/IFSAC certifications are available under NFPA 1010:

• Support Firefighter
• Firefighter I
• Firefighter II

Important certification requirements include:

• Candidates must first earn Support Firefighter NFPA 1010 Certification before testing for Firefighter I NFPA 1010 Certification.
• PSFA-approved Structural Burn Sessions (SBS) are no longer accepted as a stand-alone pathway unless submitted with a Bucks Basic Fire Academy program.
• Individuals who completed an Essentials series before EL14 or EL22 are not eligible to test under the new certification pathway and must complete the entire current series. This requirement applies only to certification eligibility.
• Candidates seeking Firefighter II NFPA 1010 Certification must complete either EL26 Firefighter II Training (ELFF2) or the former EL22 Advanced Firefighter course. Candidates may no longer challenge the Firefighter II certification without completing the required training.

Additional requirements are available on the PSTC website under “Understanding the New 2026 Pennsylvania State Fire Academy (PSFA) Entry-Level Fire Training Curriculum (EL26).”

Act 155: Interior Firefighter Training for 17-Year-Olds:

• Based on changes to the new Essentials curriculum, the PSTC will permit qualified 17-year-old students to complete Level II—EL26 Firefighter I Training (ELFF1), subject to all applicable Act 155 requirements.

Special Notice: 2027 Driver/Operator Certifications

Beginning in 2027, the PSFA will require candidates to complete a specialized preparation course before testing for the following Driver/Operator certifications:

• Pumper
• Mobile Water Supply
• Aerial

At the time this schedule was developed, the PSFA had not yet released the new course requirements or outlines. The PSTC will announce the preparation programs once the necessary information becomes available.

Essentials of Firefighting (EL26) Series

Pennsylvania Entry Level firefighting comprises multiple levels of training. Completion of Level 1 & II provides for the basis of more advanced training. Classes must be completed in order. Fundamentals of Firefighter Skills, Fifth Edition is required. A FREE skill booklet is provided. Students must provide a full set of turnout gear and a 20 ft. piece of rope (min. 7/16” dia.). Certificates of completion are awarded upon successful completion of each Level. Junior firefighters (14 to 16)) may attend Level I modules. Minimum age for Interior Firefighter is 17+ at the onset of the class. Minimum class size is ten (10), except ELIF, which is sixteen (12) and maximum class size is thirty (30).

• Required Book:  
  • Fundamentals of Firefighter Skills, Fifth Edition
  • International Association of Fire Chiefs; National Fire Protection Association
  • ISBN:9781284298000
  • Books are available to rent for $10.00 per level, supplies are limited.
• PSTC DRESS CODE FOR ESSENTIALS SERIES
  • We are asking that all Essential students, if possible, to wear the following:
  • Work Navy Blue cargo, BDU’s or khakis  
  • Department T-shirt or or matching Navy Blue Shirt
  • Black work boots/tactical boots
    No open toe-shoes will be accepted
• PSFA Attendance Policy:
  • 80% attendance is required for all firefighting programs.
  • 100% completion of skills.
  • Students are responsible for coordinating skills make-up. If students are unable to make-up skills due to the amount missed, the student will have to repeat the program. Skills make-up outside the scheduled program is an additional $100 charge per session, with a minimum of 4-hours assumed. As we pay instructors in 4-hour sessions. If additional instructors are needed, based on the skills needing completed, then additional $100.00 charge for each instructor. Cost can be split between students if applicable.
• Written Exam Policy:
  • All students must successfully pass a standardized Written Exam for each EL26 Level. Students MUST pass the Level II exam prior to participating in the final Live Burn evaluation.
  • Passing Score: A minimum score of 70% is required.
  • Attempt Policy:
    • Candidates are permitted a maximum of three (3) attempts to pass the written exam.
    • First Failure: The candidate can request a retake after a mandatory 24-hour self study period.
    • Second Failure: The candidate again can retake after a 24-hour self study period before the final attempt.
    • Third Failure: If the candidate fails the third attempt, they are ineligible, and must retake the class.

Level 1:  EL-26 Fireground Support (ELFS) - Extended

• The entry-level course provides new firefighters with a solid foundation in the core principles of the fire service. It introduces the history, mission, organizational structure, and culture of the profession while emphasizing the importance of health, safety, and professional conduct. Students begin developing essential skills through instruction in fundamental fireground concepts including water supply, ropes and knots, fire hose, SCBA care and maintenance, fire extinguishers, and fire behavior. PSTC Extended version includes American Heart Association (AHA) First Aid & BLS CPR, Hazardous Materials Awareness (HMA), Traffic Incident Management (TIMs), & Support Firefighter NFPA 1010 Certification prep. This is the first of three levels in the curriculum.  Prerequisite: Minimum age of 14+. Requirements: Pen/Pencil, Notebook suitable for classroom, Fundamentals of Firefighter Skills, Fifth Edition & Turn-Out Gear (TOG) (not required the first night of class). The course is a combination of several PSFA & Non-PSFA programs. Total hours = 72, Min/Max for class: 10 / 30. $310.00 Tuition + $45 Material Fee

• Fall 2026 - PSTC
  • Class ID:  20744
  • Starts:  Thursday, September 3 at 6 p.m.
  • Runs:  Tuesday & Thursday, September 3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, October 1, 6, & 8, 6-10 p.m., & Saturday’s, September 12, 19, 26, & October 10, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, October 10 will be offsite at the Youngwood campus.
  • OPTIONAL, but required for Firefighter I Certification:
    • Support Firefighter NFPA 1010 with Traffic Incident Management Personnel Certification
    • Saturday, October 17 with report time of 7:30 a.m. for written and skills certification
    • Application Deadline:  Thursday, October 8 by 6 p.m. (Application for both certifications is REQUIRED) at the PSTC.
    • Exam Fee:  $250.00; See Certification section for further details and directions for application.
• Fall 2026 at Saint Vincent College Fire Department (Station 117)
  • Class ID:  20815
  • Starts:  Thursday, September 3 at 6 p.m.
  • Runs:  Tuesday & Thursday, September 3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, October 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29, & November 3, & 5, 6-10 p.m.; November 3 & 5 will be at the PSTC.
  • OPTIONAL, but required for Firefighter I Certification:
    • Support Firefighter NFPA 1010 with Traffic Incident Management Personnel Certification
    • Saturday, November 21 with report time of 7:30 a.m. for written and skills certification
    • Application Deadline:  Thursday, November 5 by 6 p.m. (Application for both certifications is REQUIRED) at the PSTC.
    • Exam Fee:  $250.00; See Certification section for further details and directions for application.
• Spring 2027 - PSTC
  • Class ID:  20745
  • Starts:  Thursday, January 7 at 6 p.m.
  • Runs:  Tuesday & Thursday, January 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28, February 2, 4, 9, & 11, 6-10 p.m., & Saturday, January 16, 23, 30, & February 6, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
  • OPTIONAL, but required for Firefighter I Certification:
    • Support Firefighter NFPA 1010 with Traffic Incident Management Personnel Certification
    • Saturday, February 20 with report time of 7:30 a.m. for written and skills certification
    • Application Deadline:  Thursday, February 11, by 6 p.m. (Application for both certifications is REQUIRED) at the PSTC.
    • Exam Fee:  $250.00; See Certification section for further details and directions for application.
• Spring 2027 at Saint Vincent College Fire Department (Station 117)
  • Class ID:  20816
  • Starts:  Thursday, March 4 at 6 p.m.
  • Runs:  Tuesday & Thursday, March 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, 30, April 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29, & May 4 & 6, 6-10 p.m.; May 4 & 6 will be at the PSTC.
  • OPTIONAL, but required for Firefighter I Certification:
    • Support Firefighter NFPA 1010 with Traffic Incident Management Personnel Certification
    • Saturday, May 22 with report time of 7:30 a.m. for written and skills certification
    • Application Deadline:  Thursday, May 6 by 6 p.m. (Application for both certifications is REQUIRED) at the PSTC.
    • Exam Fee:  $250.00; See Certification section for further details and directions for application.
• Summer 2027 - PSTC
  • Class ID:  20746
  • Starts:  Thursday, June 3 at 6 p.m.
  • Runs:  Tuesday & Thursday, June 3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, July 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29, August 3 & 5, 6-10 p.m.
  • OPTIONAL, but required for Firefighter I Certification:
    • Support Firefighter NFPA 1010 with Traffic Incident Management Personnel Certification
    • Saturday, August 21 with report time of 7:30 a.m. for written and skills certification
    • Application Deadline:  Thursday, August 5 by 6 p.m. (Application for both certifications is REQUIRED) at the PSTC.
    • Exam Fee:  $250.00; See Certification section for further details and directions for application.

Level 2:  EL-26 Firefighter I Training (ELFF1) - Extended

• This program builds on the foundational skills learned in ELIS & ELFG and prepares students for Firefighter I certification in accordance with NFPA 1010: Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications. Students will receive instruction and practice across a broad range of fireground functions. Topics include the safe use of self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA); ground ladder operations for access, rescue, and ventilation; and an understanding of building construction as it relates to fire behavior and structural collapse. Training also covers forcible entry techniques, coordinated ventilation, search and rescue procedures, and hoseline deployment for fire attack. Students apply suppression tactics in both interior and exterior scenarios, develop firefighter survival techniques for emergency situations, and learn salvage, overhaul, and property conservation methods. The program concludes with modules on firefighter rehabilitation and wildland firefighting fundamentals, ensuring readiness for incident operations. PSTC Extended version includes the required Hazardous Materials Operations (HMO24) and prep for Firefighter I NFPA 1010 Certification. Requirements: Pen/Pencil, Notebook suitable for classroom, Fundamentals of Firefighter Skills, Fifth Edition & TOG & SCBA; not required the first night of class. Prerequisite: 17+, ELFS, or BEL22_26-BRIDGE. The course is a combination of several PSFA & Non-PSFA programs. Total hours = 140, Min/Max for class: 12 / 30. $610.00 Tuition + $50 Material Fee

• Fall 2026 - PSTC
  • Class ID:  20747
  • Starts:  Tuesday, October 13 at 6 p.m.
  • Runs:  Tuesday & Thursday, October 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29, November 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, December 1, 3, 8, & 10, 6-10 p.m., & Saturday & Sunday, October 18, 24, 25, 31, November 1, 14, 15, 21, & 22, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
  • OPTIONAL:  Firefighter I NFPA 1010 Certification
    • Saturday, December 12 with report time of 7:30 a.m. for written and skills certification
    • Application Deadline:  Sunday, November 22, 2026 by 4 p.m. at the PSTC.
    • Exam Fee of $250.00; See Certification section for further details and directions for application.
• Spring 2027 - PSTC
  • Class ID:  20748
  • Starts:  Tuesday, March 2 at 6 p.m.
  • Runs:  Tuesday & Thursday, March 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 30, April 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29, May 4, 6, 11, & 13, 6-10 p.m., & Saturday, March 6, 13, 20, April 3, 10, 17, & 24, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
  • OPTIONAL:  Firefighter I NFPA 1010 Certification
    • Saturday, May 22 with report time of 7:30 a.m. for written and skills certification
    • Application Deadline:  Saturday, April 24 at 8 a.m. at the PSTC.
    • Exam Fee:  $250.00; See Certification section for further details and directions for application.

Level 3:  EL-26 Firefighter II Training (ELFF2)

• PLEASE NOTE THIS PROGRAM IS NOW REQUIRED TO TAKE THE NEW Firefighter II NFPA 1010 Certification
• The Firefighter II Training program builds on previous training by developing advanced suppressionskills, including flammable liquid and gas fires, and preparing students to lead crews in coordinated fireground operations. The course also emphasizes incident command, pre-incident planning, and public fire safety education, equipping firefighters to operate safely at complex incidents and engage effectively in community risk reduction. Requirements: Pen/Pencil, Notebook suitable for classroom, Fundamentals of Firefighter Skills, Fifth Edition & TOG & SCBA; not required the first night of class. Prerequisite: 18+, ELFF1 or Firefighter I certification.  The course is a combination of PSFA & Non-PSFA programs (Application Review Night). Total hours = 44, Min/Max for class: 10 / 30.  $180.00 Tuition + $50 Material Fee
• Fall 2026 - PSTC
  • Class ID:  20749
  • Starts:  Monday, October 12 at 6 p.m. (Application review night)
  • Runs:  Monday & Wednesday’s, October 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28, November 2, 4, 9, 11, & 16, 6-10 p.m.
  • OPTIONAL:  Firefighter II NFPA 1010 Certification
    • Saturday, December 12 with report time of 7:30 a.m. for written and skills certification
    • Application Deadline:  Monday, November 16, 2026 by 6 p.m.
    • Exam Fee:  $250.00; See Certification section for further details and directions for application.
• Spring 2027 - PSTC
  • Class ID:  20750
  • Starts:  Wednesday, February 24 at 6 p.m. (Application review night)
  • Runs:  Wednesday’s, February 24, March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, April 7, 14, 21, 28, & May 5, 6-10 p.m.
  • OPTIONAL:  Firefighter II NFPA 1010 Certification
    • Saturday, May 22 with report time of 7:30 a.m. for written and skills certification
    • Application Deadline:  Wednesday, May 5, 2026 by 6 p.m.
    • Exam Fee:  $250.00; See Certification section for further details and directions for application.

Bridge Courses for EL22 Existing Firefighters

• PLEASE NOTE THIS PROGRAM IS REQUIRED FOR STUDENTS THAT HAVE NOT COMPLETED EL-26 SERIES.
• IF YOU COMPLETED EL26: ELIS AND ELFG, or ELEF - YOU NEED THIS COURSE to take Level II and/or the new 1010 certification series.
• This 12-hour bridge course transitions students from the legacy EL22 curriculum (IFSTA text) to the new EL26 curriculum (Jones & Bartlett) Text by covering topics not previously included in EL22 that are required under the NFPA 1010 Support Level standard. It is designed for students who have completed Fireground Support ELFG and are seeking additional training or eligibility to test at the NFPA 1010 Support Level. The course focuses on firefighter safety, fire behavior, fire extinguishers, and essential tools and equipment aligned with current standards. Requirements: Pen/Pencil, Notebook suitable for classroom, Fundamentals of Firefighter Skills, Fifth Edition & TOG & SCBA - NEEDED first night of class.  Prerequisites: Minimum age of 14+, EL22 ELFG or ELEF. The course is a PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 12, CEUs = 1.2. Min/Max for class: 6 / 30. $50 Tuition + $10 Material Fee
  • Fall 2026 - PSTC
    • Class ID: 20751
    • Starts:  Wednesday, September 16 at 6 p.m.
    • Runs:  Wednesdays, September 16, 23, & 30, 6-10 p.m.
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC
    • Class ID:  20752
    • Starts:  Wednesday, January 20 at 6 p.m.
    • Runs:  Wednesdays, January 20, 27, & February 3, 6-10 p.m.
  • Summer 2027 - PSTC
    • Class ID:  20753
    • Starts:  Wednesday, July 21 at 6 p.m.
    • Runs:  Monday & Wednesday, July 21, 26, & 28, 6-10 p.m.

Apparatus Training

• Emergency Vehicle Driver Training (EVDT24)
• The role of the emergency vehicle driver carries great responsibility. The penalty for not adequately training an emergency vehicle driver also carries legal consequences for the emergency service organization and its personnel. Emergency vehicle drivers have been held both criminally and civilly responsible for their actions. VFIS developed this program to teach emergency vehicle drivers proper driving techniques that include the mental as well as the physical aspects of the driving task. The program stresses the long-term impact of a collision involving an emergency vehicle on the emergency vehicle driver, the emergency service organization and the community. Prerequisites:  age of 18+.  Requirements: Pen/Pencil, Notebook suitable for classroom and field use, PPE, and proper arrangements for apparatus usage with their department or associate student departments (Apparatus is not required the first day of class). The course is a PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 8+, CEUs = 0.8. Min/Max for class: 6 / 24. $85 Tuition + $10 material fee.
  • Fall 2026 - PSTC
    • Class ID:  20720
    • Starts:  Monday, October 5 at 6 p.m.
    • Runs:  Monday & Wednesday, October 5 & 7, 6-10 p.m., & Saturday, October 10, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.; Saturday, October 10 will be offsite at the Advanced Technology Center (ATC)
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC
    • Class ID:  20721
    • Starts:  Tuesday, March 16 at 6 p.m.
    • Runs:  Tuesday & Thursday, March 16 & 18, 6-10 p.m., & Sunday, March 21, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sunday, March 21 will be offsite at the Advanced Technology Center (ATC)

• Pump Operations I (PUOP)
• This course provides the fire fighter with an introduction to basic pump construction and theory as well as operating techniques. Emphasis is placed on getting water to the pump, getting water from the pump for hose streams, and prevention of common mistakes in pump operations. Requirements:  Pen/Pencil, Notebook suitable for classroom and field use, fire fighter protective clothing (day of skills), and proper arrangements for apparatus usage with their department or associate student departments (Apparatus is not required the first day of class). Prerequisite: 18+, ELFG or EBM. The course is a PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 16, CEUs = 1.6. Min/Max for class: 6 / 24. $85 Tuition + $10 material fee.
  • Fall 2026 - PSTC
    • Class ID:  20722
    • Starts:  Monday, October 12 at 6 p.m.
    • Runs:  Monday & Wednesday, October 12 & 14, 6-10 p.m., & Sunday, October 18, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC
    • Class ID:  20723
    • Starts:  Tuesday, March 30 at 6 p.m.
    • Runs:  Tuesday & Thursday, March 30, April 1, 6, & 8, 6-10 p.m.

• Pump Operations II (PUOA)
• This course is designed to instruct the student in advanced techniques of operating pumps. Topics covered include friction loss, relay pumping, master streams, elevated master streams. Requirements:  Pen/Pencil, Notebook suitable for classroom and field use, fire fighter protective clothing (day of skills), and proper arrangements for apparatus usage with their department or associate student departments (Apparatus is not required the first day of class). Prerequisite: 18+ & PUOP. The course is a PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 16, CEUs = 1.6. Min/Max for class: 6 / 24. $85 Tuition + $10 material fee.
  • Fall 2026 - PSTC
    • Class ID:  20724
    • Starts:  Monday, October 20 at 6 p.m.
    • Runs:  Tuesday & Thursday, October 20 & 22, 6-10 p.m., & Saturday, October 24, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC
    • Class ID:  20725
    • Starts:  Tuesday, April 13 at 6 p.m.
    • Runs:  Tuesday & Thursday, April 13, 15, 20, & 22, 6-10 p.m.

• Driver/Operator – Pumper Skills Preparation 
• This refresher course is for all experienced pump operators wanting to update or reinforce "rusty" skills or prepare for the next PSFA Pro Board /IFSAC Driver/Operator-Pumper certification test. Students should have previously completed the requirements for Driver/Operator-Pumper certification or comparable training. Students must bring full turnout gear, and it is recommended that they bring their pumper to the second night of class for comfortability and proper preparation for the certification. Prerequisite: 18+ & meet the requirements for PSFA Driver/Operator Pumper Exam. Requirements: Pen/Pencil, Notebook suitable for classroom and field use, PPE (day of skills), and proper arrangements for apparatus usage with their department or associate student departments (Apparatus is not required the first day of class). The course is a Non-PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 12, CEUs = 1.2. Min/Max for class: 6 / 24. $70 Tuition + $10 material fee
  • Fall 2026 - PSTC
    • Class ID:  20726
    • Starts:  Monday, October 26 at 6 p.m.
    • Runs:  Monday & Wednesday, October 26 & 28, & November 2, 6-10 p.m.
    • Driver/Operator – Pumper Certification
      • Exam Registration ID:  By Application
      • Runs:  Saturday, November 14, report time of 7:30 a.m.; 
        Special Note:  Exam Limited to 10 candidates; See Certification section for further details and directions for application.
      • Exam Fee:  $250.00
      • Application Deadline:  Monday, November 2 by 6 p.m. at the PSTC

• Aerial Apparatus Operations Extended (AELX)
• This course will give a more extensive treatment of the subject of aerial device operation than is afforded by the 16 hour version, AELA. Through both classroom and hands-on practice, students will become familiar with basic design and operational theory of aerial devices, safety considerations, spotting and stabilizing, device operation, elevated master stream, and rescue. An introduction to basic truck company operations is also included. Prerequisites: 18+, IST or ELIS. Requirements:  TOG & Aerial (not needed first night of class). The course is a PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 24, CEUs = 2.4. Min/Max for class: 6 / 24. Tuition / Material Fee:  $125.00 & $10.00
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC
  • Class ID:  20727
  • Starts:  Monday, April 12 at 6 p.m.
  • Runs:  Monday & Wednesday, April 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, & 28, 6-10 p.m.

• SPECIAL NOTE:  2027 Driver/Operator Certification Series
• Starting in 2027 per the PSFA - to test for the following Driver/Operator certifications:
  • Pumper
  • Mobile Water Supply
  • Aerial
• You will need to take a specialized preparation class. Unfortunately, at the time of developing this schedule, the new course requirements and outlines are not available.  Once received, we will announce the new program.

Officer Development

• Educational Methodologies for Local Level Instructors (EMLL)
• The EMLL Course will prepare the successful candidate to effectively instruct adult students in fire and emergency services. Topics include: theories of adult learning, instructor roles and responsibilities, legal and ethical requirements, safety, lesson objectives and planning, methods of knowledge and skill instruction, student evaluation and training program coordination. Students will present several lessons upon which they will be evaluated. This course covers the JPR’s for Instructor I and selected JPR’s for Instructor II as described in the NFPA 1041 Professional Standards for Fire Service Instructor. The EMLL Course prepares the student to successfully complete national certification at Fire Service Instructor I. Although recommended, National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (PRO BOARD) or International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) Certification is not mandatory to successfully complete this course. Min/Max for class: 6 / 24. Prerequisites:  18+, Requirements:  Note taking material & IFSTA, Fire and Emergency Services Instructor, 9th Edition. The course is a PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 44, CEUs = 4.0. Min/Max for class: 6 / 24. Tuition / Material Fee:  $170.00 & $10.00
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC
  • Class ID:  20728
  • Starts:  Monday, March 8 at 6 p.m.
  • Runs:  Monday & Wednesday, March 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, 31 & April 5, 7, & 12, 6-10 p.m.
  • Instructor I Exam
    • Exam Registration ID:  By Application
    • Written Exam & Skills Exam:  Sunday, April 25, Report Time of 7:30 a.m.
    • Exam Fee:  $250.00
    • Application Deadline:  Monday, April 12 by 6 p.m. at the PSTC; see Certification Exam section for application details and requirements.

• Fire Officer I (Westmoreland Exclusive)
• Company officers face daunting challenges: from firefighter safety to "refereeing" social conflicts in the station. The step from firefighter to officer is a big one; get some help with this course. People management, leadership, pre-planning, budgeting, personnel safety, fire investigations, training and incident command are covered. Don't lead by the seat of your pants, discover some proven officership principles and tips to improve your command ability. The PA Fire Officer I certification exam is administered upon successful completion. NIMS, Haz. Mat. Ops., Firefighter II and Fire Service Instructor I are required for the exam. Prerequisites: 18+, ELIF or Equivalent, recommend FF-II certification. Exam requires additional requirements (See Certification exam section for further details). Requirements:  Note taking material & Jones and Bartlett, Fire Officer: Principles and Practices, 4th Edition. The course is a Non-PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 40, CEUs = 4.0. Min/Max for class: 6 / 24. Tuition / Material Fee:  $170.00 & $10.00
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC
  • Class ID:   20729
  • Starts:  Wednesday, January 13 at 6 p.m.
  • Runs:  Wednesdays, January 13, 20, 27, & February 3, 6-10 p.m., & Sunday, January 17, 31, & February 7 , 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
  • PSFA Pro Board/IFSAC Fire Officer I Exam
    • Please note – exam requirements are different from class requirements
    • Exam Registration ID:  By Application
    • Written/Skills Exam:  Saturday, February 20, Report Time of 7:30 a.m.
    • Exam Fee:  $250.00
    • Application Deadline:  Sunday, February 7 by 8 a.m. at the PSTC; see Certification Exam section for application details and requirements.

• Incident Safety Officer (NFA) (ISO)
• The Safety officers responsibilities fall into two clear cut categories: those associated with responding at the incident scene, and those associated with managing the day to day affairs of the department. The Incident Safety Officer (ISO) course is focused on the incident and the role the Safety Officer plays as part of the Command Staff. The target audience is Company Officers (CO) who are experienced in firefighter safety issues and are familiar with an Incident Command System, hazardous materials management, and related emergency operations. The program provides the student with the decision-making process and skills required to recognize unsafe acts and conditions and take appropriate corrective actions. Prerequisites: 18+, NICS-FS or NICS-EMS or ICS and current training in the Haz-Mat First Responder Operations/Refresher level. Requirements: Pen/Pencil, Notebook suitable for classroom. The course is a PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 16, CEUs = 1.6. Min/Max for class: 6 / 24. $85 Tuition + $10 material fee
  • Fall 2026 - PSTC
    • Class ID:  20730
    • Starts:  Saturday, November 14 at 8 a.m.
    • Runs:  Saturday & Sunday, November 14 & 15, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC
    • Class ID:  20738
    • Starts:  Tuesday,March 30 at 6 p.m.
    • Runs:  Tuesday & Thursday, March 30 & April; 1, 6-10 p.m. & Saturday, April 3, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
    • Exam Prep for Incident Safety Officer Certification Exam
      • Class ID:  20817
      • Starts/Runs:  Saturday, April 10 at 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
      • Tuition/Material Fee:  $45.00 / $10.00
      • Required Book: Fire Department Incident Safety Officer Third Edition Revised, Jones and Bartlett
      • Please note – exam requirements are different from class requirements.
    • Incident Safety Officer, PSFA ProBoard/IFSAC Exam (Pilot)
      • Please note – exam requirements are different from class requirements.
      •  Requirements:  NFA or PSFA/NFA ISO, Current PSFA Approved HMO/R, Approved ICS, & Fire Officer I Certification
      • Exam Registration ID:  By Application
      • Written/Skills Exam:  Sunday, April 18, Report Time of 7:30 a.m.
      • Exam Fee:  $250.00
      • Application Deadline:  Saturday, April 10 by 8 a.m. at the PSTC; see Certification Exam section for application details and requirements.

• Introduction to Fire Officership (INFO)
• Introduction to Fire Officership will give the student a basic overview of company officer responsibilities, personnel issues, their role in fire ground operations, and the development of a sound and effective administrative and fire ground organizational structure. Prerequisites: 18+, ELIF or Equivalent. Requirements:  Note taking material. The course is a PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 16, CEUs = 1.6. Min/Max for class: 6 / 24. Tuition / Material Fee:  $85.00 & $10.00
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC
  • Class ID:  20734
  • Starts:  Saturday, January 9 at 8 a.m.
  • Runs:  Saturday & Sunday, January 9 & 10, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

• Instructor II (Westmoreland Exclusive)
• A Fire Instructor II is a fire service instructor who, in addition to meeting Instructor I qualifications, has demonstrated the knowledge and ability to: Develop individual lesson plans for a specific topic including learning objectives, instructional aids, and evaluation instruments, Schedule training sessions based on overall training plan of the authority having jurisdiction (AHJ),  Supervise and coordinate the activities of other instructors. Prerequisites: 18+ & Instructor I certified. Requirements: IFSTA, Fire and Emergency Services Instructor, 9th Edition, Pen/Pencil, Notebook suitable for classroom. The course is a Non-PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 40, CEUs = 4.0. Min/Max for class: 6 / 24. $170.00 Tuition + $10 material fee
  • Fall 2026 - PSTC
  • Class ID:  20736
  • Starts:  Monday, October 12 at 6 p.m.
  • Runs:  Monday & Wednesday, October 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28, November 2, 4, 9, & 11, 6-10 p.m.
  • Instructor II, PSFA ProBoard/IFSAC Exam (Pilot)
    • Exam Registration ID:  By Application
    • Written/Skills Exam:  Sunday, December 13, Report Time of 7:30 a.m.
    • Exam Fee:  $250.00
    • Application Deadline:  Wednesday, November 4 by 6 p.m. at the PSTC; see Certification Exam section for application details and requirements.

• National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) Symposium at the PSTC
• The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation offers a variety of training for the fire service including courses on: community risk reduction, firefighter behavioral health, firefighter LODD prevention, and LODD preparedness. Tuition / Material Fee:  FREE, Limited to 64 seats. This Symposium held on Sunday, March 14 at the PSTC from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. with free lunch provided - will present the following three (3) programs:
  • Leadership, Accountability, Culture, and Knowledge (LACK) – Is your department on the path to a LODD? This compelling presentation by the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation examines the root causes of LODDs and the role leadership, accountability, culture, and knowledge play as it influences the result. Many fire departments across the United States “LACK” the right stuff to prevent them from being on a path to a line of duty death, with Leadership, Accountability, Culture, and Knowledge being the elements that need to be addressed and managed in those environments. Through education and training, those departments can improve their survivability by understanding the root causes of firefighter fatalities and tackling these four elements with special emphasis on understanding fire service culture. Presentation time: 4 hours.
  • “Functions of Command” – This presentation is built on Chief Alan Brunacini’s “8 Functions of Command” and includes a unique segment on how ICs can “EATT” the command elephant one bite at a time and discussion on John Boyd’s OODA Loops. Includes interactive exercises. Presentation time 2-2.5 hours.
  • The First Five Minutes for First Due – This two-hour presentation highlights the impact of the first arriving officer’s actions, their role in organizing incident scenes, discusses strategies for establishing a standard mental model, introduces the concepts of strategic grounding and tactical patience, and introduces OODA Loops to company officers. Presentation time: 2 hours.
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC
  • Class ID:  20717
  • Starts/Runs:  Sunday, March 14, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. (includes free lunch)
  • Registration Deadline:  Friday, March 5 by 4 p.m.

• Preparing For Initial Company Operations (PICO)
• This course is designed to develop a better understanding of the roles and responsibilities of a Company Officer in preparing their company for incident operations. In addition, to clarify the transition from firefighter to company officer and the new roles relating to leadership and safety. This course is designed for company officers, acting company officers, or senior firefighters responsible for the management of a single fire company at an emergency incident. Those officers who are responsible for company readiness, personnel safety, and leadership as it relates to company operation. Prerequisites:  18+, ELIF. Requirements:  Note taking material. The course is a PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 16, CEUs = 1.6. Min/Max for class: 6 / 24. Tuition / Material Fee:  $85.00 & $10.00
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC
  • Class ID:  20739
  • Starts:  Saturday, February 20 at 8 a.m.
  • Runs:  Saturday & Sunday, February 20 & 21, 8 a.m.- 4 p.m.

• NEW!  Tactical Company Officer
• The goal of this training is to provide insight to students regarding the initial company officer decisions and actions needed during the first few minutes of an incident. Students will review the importance of incident scene size-ups, review pertinent NIOSH reports regarding causal factors relating to incident command, review command training, discussed and practice size ups of various type of incidents, review the need for follow up reports, discuss tactical priorities and the factor the play in incident command, and discuss the use of Command Boards/Tactical Worksheets. At the end of this training, students should have a working knowledge of the importance of the actions required of an initial company officer, or an individual acting as an initial company officer during the first few minutes of an incident. Students will practice incident scene sizes ups of varying nature, and will understand the importance of span of control along with incident command processes. Students will have the opportunity to be introduced to Command Boards/Tactical Worksheets as a tool to assist the initial company officer/incident commander. Prerequisites:  18+, ELIF. Requirements:  Note taking material. The course is a Non-PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 4.0, CEUs = 0.4. Min/Max for class: 6 / 24. $35 Tuition + $10 Material Fee
  • Fall 2026 - PSTC
    • Class ID:  20741
    • Starts/Runs:   Wednesday, October 7, 6-10 p.m.
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC
    • Class ID:  20742
    • Starts/Runs:   Wednesday, March 3, 6-10 p.m.
      
      
• FREE:  Understanding ISO and Improving Your Rating (UISO)
• In this class, you will learn about ISO’s Public Protection Classification (PPC) program, the system which ISO uses to review the firefighting capabilities of nearly 48,000 fire districts across the United States. The primary focus will be on the newly implemented revisions to the Fire Suppression Rating Schedule (FSRS), the manual used for collecting and processing data for those evaluations. As a result of feedback from a variety of national, state and local organizations in the fields of fire suppression, emergency communications, water supply and code enforcement, ISO has made several key revisions to the PPC program, which are intended to reflect current trends in fire protection and to improve the predictive nature of the community fire mitigation evaluation process and rating. We will provide a detailed review of these changes, including the introduction of a new Community Risk Reduction section, which evaluates Fire Prevention, Public Fire Safety Investigation and Fire Investigation. Fire chiefs and community officials can rely on ISO as an objective source of information and support. Prerequisites: 18+ and ELIF. Requirements:  Note taking material. The course is a Non-PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 8, CEUs = 0.8. Min/Max for class: 10 / 24. Tuition / Material Fee:  FREE
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC
  • Class ID:  20743
  • Starts/Runs:  Saturday March 20, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fire Suppression

• Electric Vehicle (EV) Fire/Crash Operations (Westmoreland Exclusive)
• FREE Tuition, Sponsored By PennSTART
• Electric Vehicle (EV) Fire/Crash Operations (Westmoreland Exclusive) is an operations level 8-hour course involving 4-hours of review on firefighting techniques for handling hybrid and electric vehicle fires and crash operations.  The practical session, to include student hands-on, will review various techniques in stabilizing and controlling EV fires to include but not limited to usage of fire blankets, various extinguishment/cooling techniques, and review of various types of EV vehicles.  Prerequisites: Course is a WCCC CEU program. Total hours = 8, CEUs = 0.8. Prerequisites: Minimum age: 18 years old at start of course & ELEF.  Requirements: Pen/Pencil, Notebook, TOG, SCBA, & Spare Cylinder. The course is a Non-PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 8, CEUs = 0.8. Min/Max for class: 10 / 30. Tuition / Material Fee:  FREE + $25.00
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC
  • Class ID:  20754
  • Starts:  Saturday, April 3 at 8 a.m.
  • Runs:  Saturday, April 3, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

• Fire Dynamics: - Practical Applications (Westmoreland Exclusive)
• This course will expand upon knowledge of fire dynamics as it relates to modern fire attack in residential structure fires. Specific topics will include fire spread via improper ventilation, flow path identification, and positive pressure ventilation. This course will be practically based with adequate time for multiple evolutions involving “doll house” type structures to show fire dynamics in a live fire setting. The basis of the course is currently completed UL/NIST research with further expansion of “real life” examples. Prerequisites: Fire Dynamics: Strategies and Tactics (FDST) or requisite knowledge of modern fire attack principles as per UL/NIST Research. Prerequisites: 14+ & ELEF. Requirements: Pen/Pencil, and Notebook. The course is a Non-PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 4, CEUs = 0.4. Min/Max for class: N/A. $35 Tuition + $10 lab fee
  • Fall 2026 - PSTC
    • Class ID:  20755
    • Starts/Runs: Tuesday, November 17 at 6-10 p.m.
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC
    • Class ID:  20756
    • Starts/Runs: Tuesday, April 20 at 6-10 p.m.

• Forcible Entry (TFE)
• This course will provide the fire fighter with a better understanding of building construction as applies to forcible entry. Also covered will be opening techniques and the use of tools for safe, quick access to a structure. Upon completing this course, the student shall be able to identify forcible entry situations, select appropriate tools/techniques, and execute quick, safe entry into a closed area. Prerequisites: 18+, ELIF or EBM. Requirements: Pen/Pencil, Notebook; TOG, SCBA & spare cylinder required. The course is a PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 16, CEUs = 1.6. Min/Max for class: 12 / 24. $85 Tuition + $50 Material Fee
  • Fall 2026 - PSTC
    • Class ID:  20757
    • Starts:  Saturday, October 24 at 8 a.m.
    • Runs:  Saturday & Sunday, October 24 & 25, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC
    • Class ID:  20758
    • Starts:  Saturday, May 1 at 8 a.m.
    • Runs:  Saturday & Sunday, May 1 & 2, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

• Modern Fire Department Operations (MFDO26)
• An intense combination of two (2) PSFA courses, specifically Engine Company Operations (ECOP) and Truck Company Operations (TRCO), with additional  8-hours of "Live Fire" roll-in exercises. Students that successfully complete this program will receive three (3) certificates, one for each PSFA course, plus a Westmoreland Exclusive certificate of completion. Prerequisites: 18+, ELIF or EBM. Requirements: Pen/Pencil, Notebook, TOG, SCBA, & spare cylinder.  The course is a PSFA & Non-PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 40, CEUs = 4.0. Min/Max for class: 12 / 30. $250 Tuition + $25 lab fee
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC
  • Class ID:  20759
  • Starts:  Wednesday, April 7 at 6 p.m.
  • Runs:  Wednesday, April 7 & 14, 6-10 p.m., & Saturday & Sunday, April 10, 11, 17 & 18, 8 a.m.- 4 p.m.

• NEW!  Search Under Fire: Live-Fire Search, Rescue & VES Operations 
• Is a 16-hour course focused on aggressive, disciplined, and coordinated search operations at residential structure fires. Students will develop skills in search size-up, fire behavior, flow path awareness, communication, oriented search, targeted search, victim location, packaging, and removal. The course includes Vent-Enter-Search/Window-Initiated Search techniques, including ladder placement, window clearing, room isolation, and victim removal. The final 8 hours place students into controlled live-fire evolutions to apply search and rescue skills under heat, smoke, limited visibility, and changing conditions. Prerequisites: Minimum age: 18+, and ELIF or EBM. Requirements: Pen/Pencil, Notebook; TOG, SCBA and spare cylinder required. The course is a Non-PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 16, CEUs = 1.6.  Min/Max for class: 12 / 30. $170 Tuition + $50 lab fee
  • Fall 2026 - PSTC
  • Class ID:  20760
  • Starts:  Tuesday, October 20 at 6 p.m.
  • Runs:  Tuesday & Thursday, October 20 & 22, 6-10 p.m., & Saturday, October 24, 6 p.m.-2 a.m. PLEASE NOTE:  Saturday, October 24 is a night operation, from 6 p.m.-2 a.m. 

• NEW!  The Successful Short-Staffed Engine
• Today’s fire service faces staffing shortages, rising call volumes, and complex incident demands. The Successful Short-Staffed Engine is a 16-hour program designed to help firefighters maximize the effectiveness of a two- or three-person engine company. This course focuses on efficient fireground operations, rapid water application, and critical support functions during high-risk incidents. Students will practice tactics for fire attack, rescue, victim management, search, and occupant removal in single-family residential fires. Through realistic scenarios and practical skills, participants will learn how to prioritize tasks, use limited resources, and operate as a coordinated team. The program is designed for firefighters responding to working structure fires with reported entrapment under live-fire conditions. By the end of the course, students will better understand how disciplined teamwork and sound decision-making improve firefighter effectiveness and victim survivability.. Prerequisites: Minimum age: 18+, and ELIF or EBM. Student Equipment & Supplies: Pen/Pencil, Notebook; TOG, SCBA and spare cylinder required. The course is a Non-PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 16, CEUs = 1.6. Min/Max for class: 12 / 30. $170 Tuition + $50 lab fee
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC
  • Class ID:  20761
  • Starts:  Tuesday, March 30 at 6 p.m.
    Runs:  Tuesday & Thursday, March 30, April 1, 6-10 p.m., & Sunday, April 4, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Hazardous Materials Training

• HAZMAT Awareness Level (HMA24)
• The primary target audiences for this course are the First Responders (fire, rescue, emergency medical, police, etc.) who will witness or discover a hazardous substance/materials release or a terrorist/criminal incident. Students will be trained to initiate an emergency response sequence by notifying the proper authorities of the incident. They shall have sufficient training or have had sufficient experience to objectively demonstrate competency to understand what hazardous substances are, the risks, potential outcomes, the ability to recognize and identify their presence, their role, including site security, safe scene management and how to use the U.S. Department of Transportation (US DOT) Emergency Response Guidebook during a hazardous materials/WMD or a terrorist/criminal emergency. Prerequisite: 14+. Requirements: Pen/Pencil, Notebook suitable for classroom, 100% Attendance required per PSFA MSA. The course is a PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 8, CEUs = 0.8. Min/Max for class: 6 / 30. $35 Tuition & $10.00 Material Fee
  • Fall 2026 for PSTC Offsite at Youngwood Main Campus - Student Achievement Center (SAC)
    • Class ID:  20762
    • Starts/Runs: Saturday, October 10 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
    • OPTIONAL:  Hazardous Materials Awareness Certification Exam
      • Class ID:  By Application
      • Exam Fee:  $55.00
      • Starts/Runs:  Sunday, October 11 at 9 a.m. at Youngwood Main Campus - Student Achievement Center (SAC)
      • Application Deadline:  Thursday, October 1 by 6 p.m.
  • Fall 2026 - PSTC #2 Offsite at Saint Vincent College Fire Department (Station 117)
    • Class ID:  20822
    • Starts:  Tuesday, October 27 at 6 p.m.
    • Runs:  Tuesday & Thursday, October 27 & 29, 6-10 p.m.
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC #1
    • Class ID:  20763
    • Starts/Runs: Saturday, February 6, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
    • OPTIONAL:  Hazardous Materials Awareness Certification Exam
      • Class ID:  By Application
      • Exam Fee:  $55.00
      • Starts/Runs:  Sunday, February 7 at 9 a.m.
      • Application Deadline:  Thursday, January 28 by 6 p.m.
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC #2 Offsite at Saint Vincent College Fire Department (Station 117)
    • Class ID:  20823
    • Starts:  Tuesday, April 27 at 6 p.m.
    • Runs:  Tuesday & Thursday, April 27 & 29, 6-10 p.m.
  • Summer 2027 - PSTC
    • Class ID:  20764
    • Starts:  Tuesday, July 20 at 6 p.m.
    • Runs:  Tuesday & Thursday, July 20 & 22, 6-10 p.m.
    • OPTIONAL:  Hazardous Materials Awareness Certification Exam
      • Class ID:  By Application
      • Exam Fee:  $55.00
      • Starts/Runs:  Friday, July 23 at 6 p.m.
      • Application Deadline:  Thursday, July 8 by 6 p.m.

• Hazardous Materials Operations Level (HMO24)
• Provide training for first responders that respond to releases or potential releases of hazardous substances as part of the initial response for the purpose of protecting nearby persons, property, and the environment. Personnel are trained to respond in a defensive fashion to contain the release from a safe distance, to keep it from spreading, and prevent exposures. They must understand basic hazard and risk assessment, how to select and use proper personnel protective equipment, basic hazardous materials terms, basic control, containment and/or confinement operations within the capabilities of the resources and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) available, and basic decontamination procedures and termination procedures. Prerequisite: 16+. Requirements: Pen/Pencil, Notebook suitable for classroom, TOG, SCBA, & spare cylinder, 100% Attendance required per PSFA MSA. The course is a PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 32, CEUs = 3.2. Min/Max for class: 6 / 30. $140 Tuition & $10.00 Material Fee
  • Fall 2026 - PSTC
    • Class ID:  20765
    • Starts:  Saturday, November 14 at 8 a.m.
    • Runs:  Saturday & Sunday, November 14, 15, & 21, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., & Tuesday, November 24 & December 1, 6-10 p.m.
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC
    • Class ID:  20766
    • Starts:  Saturday, April 10 at 8 a.m.
    • Runs:  Tuesday & Thursday, April 15, 27, 29, & May 4, 6-10 p.m., & Saturday, April 10, & 17, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

• Hazardous Materials Operations – Refresher (HMOR24)
• Provide refresher training for first responders that respond to releases or potential releases of hazardous substances as part of the initial response for the purpose of protecting nearby persons, property, and the environment. Personnel are trained to respond in a defensive fashion to contain the release from a safe distance, to keep it from spreading, and to protect exposures. Prerequisite(s): HMO/R. Requirements: TOG, & SCBA, 100% Attendance required per PSFA MSA. The course is a PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 6, CEUs = 0.6. Min/Max for class: 6 / 24. Tuition / Material Fee:  $45.00 & $10.00
  • Fall PSTC - 2026
    • Class ID:    20767
    • Starts/Runs: Sunday, November 22, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
  • Spring PSTC - 2027
    • Class ID:  20768
    • Starts/Runs: Sunday, May 9 at 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

• Hazardous Materials Operations Exam Prep
• Hazardous Materials Operations Exam (PSFA Pro Board/IFSAC) Professional Certification Program(s) are designed to recognize emergency service personnel that have demonstrated proficiency and an ability to do the job in accordance with nationally recognized peer-developed standards via the NFPA standards for Fire Service Professional Qualifications. An individual certified to one of the many levels offered will have demonstrated competency in the knowledge and skills required to perform at a particular fire service professional qualification level. Obtaining a certification will augment the professional competency of you and your department. Please note application deadlines! Your completed application with required certificates of training AND payment must be received no later than 4 p.m. per the deadline dates to be considered! All prices for certification are based on required candidate to evaluator ratios. Additional costs may be applied based on the number of candidates testing. PSFA Professional Certification Programs are both National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) and the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC). Candidates must meet the requirements per the PSFA Certification Department to sit for the exam. Prerequisite(s): 18+, current HMO/R, and requirements for exam. Requirements: TOG, SCBA, & Spare cylinder. The course is a Non-PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 8, CEUs = 0.8. Min/Max for class: 6 / 24. Tuition / Material Fee:  $45.00 + $10.00
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC
  • Class ID:  20769
  • Starts/Runs: Sunday, May 16, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
  • Hazardous Materials Operations Exam - Summer
    • Exam Registration ID:  By Application
    • Exam Fee:  $250.00
    • Written/Skills:  Saturday, June 5 with report time of 7:30 a.m.
    • Application Deadline:  Sunday, May 16 by 4 p.m.; see Certification Exam section for application details and requirements.

Support Operations

• Advanced Fire Police (FIPA)
  • FREE tuition, Sponsored By PennSTART
• To set forth facts that fire police training must be in depth, continuous and expanding; that only persons with intelligent dedication can meet the strict demands required for this type of duty assignment. Description of Course: This course will touch upon training and the training officer's qualifications, policy & procedures, legal liabilities, court appearance, leadership, communications and public relations, defensive driving, traffic control, security, self-protection and uniforms. Min/Max for class: 6 / 12. Prerequisites: 18+, & BFPO. Requirements: Pen/Pencil, Notebook; and PPE. The course is a PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 16, CEUs =1.6. Min/Max for class: 6 / 12. Tuition / Material Fee:  FREE + 20.00
  • Spring 2027 - for PSTC/PennSTART Offsite at Advance Technology Center (ATC), Location: Advance Technology Center (ATC), 1001 Technology Dr, Mt Pleasant, PA 15666
  • Class ID:  20770
  • Starts:  Saturday, April 17 at 8 a.m.
  • Runs:  Saturday & Sunday, April 17 & 18, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

• Arson Detection for the First Responder - NFA (ADFR)
• The course covers topics which fire suppression personnel must be familiar with in order to facilitate origin and cause determination and possible subsequent investigation of intentionally set fires. Min/Max for class: 6 / 24. Prerequisites: ELIS. Requirements:  Note taking material. The course is a PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 16, CEUs =1.6. Min/Max for class: 6 / 12. Tuition / Material Fee:  $85.00 & $10.00
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC
  • Class ID:  20771
  • Starts:  Saturday, March 6 at 8 a.m.
  • Runs:  Saturday & Sunday, March 6 & 7, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

• First Aid & BLS CPR for Renewal and/or Vehicle Rescue/Firefighter Certification
• This program includes American Heart Association (AHA) First Aid & Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR, which meets the requirements of the PSFA Certification department for associated classes and certifications that require First Aid & BLS CPR. Prerequisites: 14+. Requirements: Pen/Pencil, Notebook. Tuition / Material Fee: $35.00 + $35.00
  • Fall 2026 - PSTC #1
    • Class ID:  20772
    • Starts/Runs:  Thursday, October 1 at 6-10 p.m.
  • Fall 2026 - PSTC #2  at Saint Vincent College Fire Department (Station 117)
    • Class ID:  20824
    • Starts/Runs:  Runs:  Thursday, October 22 at 6-10 p.m.
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC #1
    • Class ID:  20773
    • Starts/Runs:  Thursday, February 4 at 6-10 p.m.
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC #2 at Saint Vincent College Fire Department (Station 117)
    • Class ID:  20825
    • Starts/Runs:  Thursday, April 22 at 6-10 p.m.
  • Summer 2027 - PSTC
    • Class ID:  20774
    • Starts/Runs:  Tuesday, July 27 at 6-10 p.m.

• Basic Fire Police (BFPO)
  • FREE Tuition, Sponsored By PennSTART
• This course provides instruction on the proper method to be appointed, the laws pertaining to fire police, fire police powers, and the expected duties of a new fire police officer. Prerequisites: 18+, & certificate for IS-100.B: Introduction to Incident Command System, ICS-100. Requirements: Pen/Pencil, Notebook; and PPE. The course is a PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 16, CEUs =1.6. Min/Max for class: 6 / 12. Tuition / Material Fee:  FREE + $20.00
  • Spring 2027 - for PSTC/PennSTART Offsite at Advance Technology Center (ATC), Location: Advance Technology Center (ATC), 1001 Technology Dr, Mt Pleasant, PA 15666
  • Class ID:  20775
  • Starts:  Saturday, April 10 at 8 a.m.
  • Runs:  Saturday & Sunday, April 10 & 11, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

• Principles of Building Construction Combustible  (NFA) (BCP) 
• The failure of a building or building components under fire conditions is a leading cause of fire fighter death and injury. The ability to recognize and locate relevant information about a building before a fire, and to "read" a building during the course of a fire incident, are essential survival skills. Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to identify critical safety issues that affect firefighter safety for each classification of construction and identify appropriate measures to enhance the safety of emergency responders.  Prerequisite(s): 14+, IST or ELIS. Requirements: Pen/Pencil, Notebook. The course is a PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 16, CEUs =1.6. Min/Max for class: 6 / 24 Tuition / Material Fee: $85.00 + $10.00
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC
  • Class ID:  20776
  • Starts:  Monday, April 19 at 6 p.m.
  • Runs: Monday & Wednesday, April 19, 21, 26, & 28, 6-10 p.m.

• Traffic Incident Management (TIM)
  • FREE Tuition, Sponsored By PennSTART
• This National TIM Responder Training Program establishes the foundation and promotes consistent training for all responders to incidents involving operations on or near a highway. The PA-TIM objectives primarily target operations and special risks to personnel performing fire, rescue and EMS functions. This program examines those risks and provides nationally recognized actions to minimize/reduce those risks. Prerequisites: 14+. Requirements: Pen/Pencil, Notebook, & traffic vest. The course is a PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 4, CEUs = 0.4. Tuition / Material Fee:  FREE + $20.00
  • Fall 2026 - PSTC #1
    • Class ID:  20777
    • Starts/Runs:  Tuesday, September 29, 6-10 p.m.
    • Optional Traffic Incident Management Personnel Certification Exam
      • Exam Registration ID:  By Application; PLEASE NOTE:  Certification exam requirements are different from class.
      • Exam Fee:  $75.00
      • Skills Only Exam:  Saturday, October 17 with report time of 7:30 a.m.
      • Application Deadline:  Thursday, October 1 by 6 p.m. at the PSTC; see Certification Exam section for application details and requirements.
  • Fall 2026 - PSTC #2 at Saint Vincent College Fire Department (Station 117)
    • Class ID:  20826
    • Starts/Runs:  Tuesday, October 20, 6-10 p.m.
    • Optional Traffic Incident Management Personnel Certification Exam at PSTC
      • Exam Registration ID:  By Application; PLEASE NOTE:  Certification exam requirements are different from class.
      • Exam Fee:  $75.00
      • Skills Only Exam:  Saturday, November 21  with report time of 7:30 a.m.
      • Application Deadline:  Thursday, November 5 by 6 p.m. at the PSTC; see Certification Exam section for application details and requirements.
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC #1
    • Class ID:  20778
    • Starts/Runs:  Tuesday, February 2 at 6-10 p.m.
    • Optional Traffic Incident Management Personnel Certification Exam
      • Exam Registration ID:  By Application; PLEASE NOTE:  Certification exam requirements are different from class.
      • Exam Fee:  $75.00
      • Skills Only Exam:  Saturday, February 20 with report time of 7:30 a.m.
      • Application Deadline:  Thursday, February 9 by 6 p.m. at the PSTC; see Certification Exam section for application details and requirements.
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC #2 at Saint Vincent College Fire Department (Station 117)
    • Class ID:  20827
    • Starts/Runs:  Tuesday, April 20 at 6-10 p.m.
    • Optional Traffic Incident Management Personnel Certification Exam at PSTC
      • Exam Registration ID:  By Application; PLEASE NOTE:  Certification exam requirements are different from class.
      • Exam Fee:  $75.00
      • Skills Only Exam:  Saturday, May 22 with report time of 7:30 a.m.
      • Application Deadline:  Thursday, May 6 by 6 p.m. at the PSTC; see Certification Exam section for application details and requirements.
  • Summer 2027 - PSTC
    • Class ID:  20779
    • Starts/Runs:  Thursday, July 29 at 6-10 p.m.
    • Optional Traffic Incident Management Personnel Certification Exam
      • Exam Registration ID:  By Application; PLEASE NOTE:  Certification exam requirements are different from class.
      • Exam Fee:  $75.00
      • Skills Only Exam:  Saturday, August 21 with report time of 7:30 a.m.
      • Application Deadline:  Thursday, August 5 by 6 p.m. at the PSTC; see Certification Exam section for application details and requirements.

Rescue Programs

Rope Rescue

• Basic Rigging for Rope Rescue (ROBR)
• Participants in this course will be introduced to characteristics of rope, rope hardware and various knots and hitches. Students will participate in patient packaging and stokes basket handling exercises. Students will be introduced to basic haul and lowering systems and their practical uses. Most of the program is hands-on and time is allotted for practice to build proficiency. Prerequisites: ELIS or IST, Requirements:  PPE. The course is a PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 16, CEUs =1.6. Min/Max for class: 6 / 12. Tuition / Material Fee:  $120.00 & $20.00
  • Fall 2026 - PSTC
    • Class ID:  20780
    • Start:  Saturday, October 17 at 8 a.m.
    • Runs:  Saturday & Sunday, October 17 & 18, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC
    • Class ID:  20781
    • Start:  Tuesday, April 20 at 6 p.m.
    • Runs:  Tuesday & Thursday, April 20 & 22, 6-10 p.m., & Saturday, April 24, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

• Rope Rescue Awareness (RORA)
• The Rope Rescue Awareness Course will provide students with the knowledge and skills to operate at the NFPA 1006 (2021), Rope Rescue Awareness Level (Chapter 5.1). Participants in this course will be introduced to the basic principles of rope/vertical rescue and to the basic equipment used to implement rope/vertical rescues. The basic skills needed to operate at the awareness level include scene size up, hazard assessment, understanding mechanical advantage systems, reference materials, incident types, resource capabilities, operational procedures, understanding PPE, software and hardware associated with rope rescue. Prerequisites: 16+, Requirements:  16+, Jones & Bartlett Rope Rescue: Principles and Practice, Fifth Edition, Note taking supplies, rescue style helmet, gloves, eye protection, and sturdy ankle supporting footwear. The course is a PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 4, CEUs =0.4. Min/Max for class: 6 / 24. Tuition / Material Fee:  $45.00 & $25.00
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC
  • Class ID:  20782
  • Start/Runs:  Friday, April 2, 6-10 p.m.

• Rope Rescue Operations (RORO)
• The Rope Rescue Operations Course will provide students with the knowledge and skills to operate at the NFPA 1006 (2021), Rope Rescue Operations Level (Chapter 5.2). Rope Rescue Operations is the 2nd course in the Rope Rescue Track. This course is designed to bring the new student to the NFPA 1006 (2021) Operations level. Topics will include Developing an Incident Action Plan (IAP); Hazard specific PPE and Equipment; Rescue equipment; Ropes, Knots, Bends and Hitches; Rigging & Anchoring; Belay Operations; Patient care, packaging, and evacuation; Mechanical Advantage systems; Lowering, and Working at height. Prerequisites: Rope Rescue Awareness (RORA), Requirements:  18+, Jones & Bartlett Rope Rescue: Principles and Practice, Fifth Edition, Note taking supplies, rescue style helmet, gloves, eye protection, and sturdy ankle supporting footwear. The course is a PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 40, CEUs =4.0. Min/Max for class: 6 / 12. Tuition / Material Fee:  $450.00 & $100.00
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC
  • Class ID:  20783
  • Start:  Saturday, April 3 at 8 a.m.
  • Runs:  Saturday & Sunday, April 3, 4, 10, & 11, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.

• Rope Rescue Technician (RORT)
• The Rope Rescue Operations Course will provide students with the knowledge and skills to operate at the NFPA 1006 (2021), Rope Rescue Technician Level (Chapter 5.3). Rope Rescue Technician is the last course in the Rope Rescue Track. This course is designed to bring the new student to the NFPA 1006 (2021) Technician level. Topics will include Horizontal rope rescue systems, Artificial high directional anchoring systems, Personal skills on rope, Patient management on rope, Victim pickoff, and Special rescue disciplines. Prerequisites: Rope Rescue Operations (RORO), Requirements:  18+, Jones & Bartlett Rope Rescue: Principles and Practice, Fifth Edition, Note taking supplies, rescue style helmet, gloves, eye protection, and sturdy ankle supporting footwear. The course is a PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 40, CEUs =4.0. Min/Max for class: 6 / 12. Tuition / Material Fee:  $450.00 & $100.00
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC
  • Class ID:  20784
  • Start:  Friday, April 16, at 6 p.m.
  • Runs:  Friday, April 16 & 23, 6-10 p.m., & Saturday & Sunday, April 17, 18, 24 & 25, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

• 1006 Rope Rescue Certification Series (PSFA ProBoard/IFSAC)
• An NFPA 1006 Rope Rescue Certification qualifies emergency responders and industrial rescue teams to perform safe, technical rope-based rescues. The standard is broken down into two main tiers: Awareness and Operations, and Technician Level, which encompass elevated and/or high-angle environments. Candidates can test for just Awareness, Awareness & Operations, or all three (3) levels over the scheduled dates. Min/Max for each exam level: 6 / 12 
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC
  • Class ID:  By Application
  • Exam Fee for Awareness:  $250.00
  • Exam Fee for Awareness & Operations:  $500.00
  • Exam Fee for Awareness, Operations, & Technician: $750.00
  • Start:  Friday, June 18 with report time of 6 p.m. for written Exam
  • Runs:  Friday, June 18. 6-9 p.m., & Saturday & Sunday, June 19 & 20 with a report time of 7:30 a.m.; Sunday, June 20 is an overflow day based on candidate testing size.  Candidates testing for Operations & Technician MUST be available for Sunday, till determined otherwise.
  • Application Deadline:  Friday, May 28 by 4 p.m. at the PSTC

Technical Rescue

• NEW! Man Vs Machine – Awareness
• Students learn techniques and perform rescue procedures from various general awareness situations, to include ring removal, child swing, auger entanglement, meat grinder, and impalement. In addition, lockout/tagout procedures for machinery are covered. The Classroom and Practical Skills segments of the program emphasize finding the simplest and most effective rescue methods, avoiding overcomplication of the situation. Prerequisites: 18+, EBM or ELIF, preferred BVR series. Requirements:  PPE. The course is a Non-PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 8, CEUs =0.8. Min/Max for class: 6 / 12. Tuition / Material Fee:  $75.00 & $100.00.
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC
  • Class ID:  20785
  • Starts/Runs:  Saturday, May 1, 8a.m.-4 p.m.

• NEW!  Man Vs Machine - Operations Level
• Students learn techniques and perform advanced rescue procedures from various general operation situations, to include heavy machinery entanglement. The Classroom and Practical Skills segments of the program emphasize finding the simplest and most effective rescue methods, avoiding overcomplication of the situation. Prerequisites: 18+, WCCCMan Vs Machine – Awareness or equivalent. Requirements:  PPE The course is a Non-PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 16, CEUs =1.6. Min/Max for class: 6 / 12. Tuition / Material Fee:  $150.00 & $100.00
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC
  • Class ID:  20786
  • Starts:  Saturday, May 15 at 8 a.m.
  • Run:  Saturday & Sunday, May 15 & 16, 8a.m.-4 p.m.

• Structural Collapse Operations, Level I (SCOA) & Structural Collapse Operations - Level II (SCOF)
• SCOA (Prerequisites: 14+, Fire Service Personnel – ELIS):  This course is designed to familiarize students with operations at the scene of a structure collapse so they may be able to function at the initial stages of a structural collapse operation, identify and magnitude hazards, recognize the need for assistance, and perform as an integral part of the overall operation once technical rescue teams are on site.  SCOF (Prerequisites: 18+, Confined Space Rescue (CSR) or Building Construction: Noncombustible & Fire Resistive (BCN) or Building Construction: Wood and Ordinary (BCP) AND Structural Collapse Operations I (SCOA)):  This course gives fire department and rescue personnel the knowledge and skills · necessary to operate effectively at incidents involving the collapse of light frames and heavy wall structures. Students are given extensive hands-on instruction in structure assessment, emergency shoring and stabilization, breaching building materials and patient packaging and extrication. SCOF Requirements:  PPE & Hammer. The course is a PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 4 + 16, CEUs =0.4 + 1.6. Min/Max for class: 10 / 24. SCOA Tuition / Material Fee:  $35.00 & $10.00, SCOF Tuition / Material Fee:   $125.00 & $125.00
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC
  • SCOA:
    • Class ID:  20787
    • SCOA Starts/Runs: Friday, May 21 at 6-10 p.m.
  • SCOF:
    • Class ID:  20788
    • SCOF Starts:  Saturday, May 22  at 8 a.m.
    • SCOF Runs:  Saturday & Sunday, May 22 & 23, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
  • General Prerequisite for SCOF: Building Construction: Wood and Ordinary (BCP) – Scheduled for Monday & Wednesday, April 19, 21, 26, & 28, 6-10 p.m. Class ID:  20776; See Operational Support for course description and registration.

• Advanced Structural Collapse Operations (WCCC Exclusive)
• This course is designed to teach students advanced skills necessary to perform technical level structural collapse operations at incidents involving heavy wall structures. Description of Course: This course gives rescue personnel the knowledge and skills to breach/break concrete, oxy/acetylene steel cutting advanced shoring, search cam and DELSAR seismic patient location as well as confined space shoring. Students are given extensive hands-on instruction in structure assessment, emergency shoring and stabilization, breaching building materials and patient packaging and extrication. Prerequisites:  18+ & PSFA SCOF. Requirements: Pen/Pencil, Notebook; and PPE.  The course is a Non-PSFA CEU program.  Total hours = 24, CEUs =2.4. Min/Max for class: 10 / 24. Tuition / Material Fee: $180.00 & $150.00
  • Summer 2027 - PSTC
  • Class ID:  20789
  • Starts: Tuesday, June 8 at 6 p.m.
  • Runs:  Tuesday & Thursday, June 8 & 10, 6-10 p.m., & Saturday & Sunday, June 12 & 13, 8 a.m.- 4 p.m.

• Trench Rescue Operations (TRRE)
• This course will introduce the student to the knowledge and skills necessary to safely and effectively perform complex rescue operations in collapsed trench excavations. Course work will include practical drills and demonstration in simulated trench excavations. Course goal is to provide the students with the knowledge and skills necessary for them to safely and effectively participate in a trench rescue evolution. Prerequisites:  18+, & ELIS or ITS or equivalent discipline-specific training in occupational safety. Requirements: Pen/Pencil, Notebook; and PPE.  The course is a PSFA CEU program.  Total hours = 16, CEUs =1.6. Min/Max for class: 10 / 24. Tuition / Material Fee: $120.00 & $100.00
  • Summer 2027 - PSTC
  • Class ID:  20790
  • Starts:  Saturday, August 7 at 8 a.m.
  • Runs:  Saturday & Sunday, August 7 & 8, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Vehicle Rescue:

• NFPA 1006 Passenger Vehicle Rescue Awareness 24 (PVRA-24)
• This course will provide basic awareness-level knowledge and skills as they pertain to vehicle rescue incidents. Topics presented include Commonwealth and nationally recognized professional standards, qualifications, and Job Performance Requirements (JPR's) for technical rescuers as they pertain to common passenger vehicle rescue. A functional understanding of accident scene size-up, incident command and resource management to enable the student the ability to operate safely at a vehicle accident/rescue scene. Hazard identification and risk assessment skills enable the student to support an Incident Action Plan and effect mitigation procedures towards a successful vehicle rescue operation. Finally, the student will develop a familiarity with the inspection, application, and operation of common passenger vehicle rescue tools and equipment. Student Equipment/Supply Needs: Pen/Pencil, Notebook suitable for classroom, Vehicle Rescue and Extrication Principles and Practice, Jones & Bartlett Revised 2nd edition, & TOG or approved PPE. Prerequisite(s): Participants entering the program MUST be at least 16 years of age by the first day of class, have completed the FEMA’s NIMS 100 & 700, an approved HAZMAT Awareness course, and at least four (4) hours of training in a recognized Traffic Incident Management (TIM) course. The course is a PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 16, CEUs =1.6. Min/Max for class: 10 / 24. Tuition / Material Fee:  $100.00 & $135.00
  • Fall 2026 - PSTC
    • Class ID:  20791
    • Starts:  Monday, September 14 at 6 p.m.
    • Runs:  Monday & Wednesday, September 14, & 16, 6-10 p.m., & Saturday, September 19, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC
    • Class ID:  20792
    • Starts: Tuesday April 6 at 6 p.m.
    • Runs:  Tuesday & Thursday, April 6 & 8, 6-10 p.m., & Saturday, April 10, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

• NFPA 1006 Passenger Vehicle Rescue Operations 24 (PVRO-24)
• This course will provide basic, operations-level knowledge and skills as they pertain to common passenger vehicle rescue incidents. Topics will include vehicle anatomy and supplemental restraint systems, vehicle stabilization, limited patient access and management techniques as well as the influence of advanced technology associated with newer vehicles on rescue operations. The course concludes with a review of the processes leading to termination of the vehicle rescue incident and post-incident analysis. Student Equipment/Supply Needs: Pen/Pencil, Notebook suitable for classroom, Vehicle Rescue and Extrication Principles and Practice, Jones & Bartlett Revised 2nd edition, & TOG or approved PPE. Prerequisite(s): Participants entering the program MUST be at least 16 years of age by the first day of class; completed the PA State Fire Academy/Department of Health NFPA 1006 Passenger Vehicle Rescue Awareness 24 course, possess a current approved first aid certification or current EMS Provider certification and possess current approved CPR certification and possess a Hazardous Materials Operations training or national certification. The course is a PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 28, CEUs =2.8. Min/Max for class: 10 / 24. Tuition / Material Fee:  $170.00 & $135.00
  • Fall 2026 - PSTC
    • Class ID:  20793
    • Starts:  Sunday, September 20 at 8 a.m.
    • Runs:  Monday & Wednesday, September 21, 23, & 28, 6-10 p.m., & Sunday, September 20 & 27, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC
    • Class ID:  20794
    • Starts:  Sunday, April 11 at 8 a.m.
    • Runs:  Thursday, April 15, 6-10 p.m., & Saturday & Sunday, April 11, 17, & 18, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

• NFPA 1006 Passenger Vehicle Rescue Technician 24 (PVRT-24)
• This course will provide advanced, technician-level knowledge and skills as they pertain to common passenger vehicle rescue incidents. Topics will include advanced patient access and disentanglement techniques as well as rescue techniques for occupants entrapped under a vehicle. The course will also include one or more integrated exercises that will allow each student, while working as a member of a group, to access, disentangle, package, and extricate one or more patients from a common passenger vehicle accident scenario. Min/Max for class: 10 / 24. Student Equipment/Supply Needs: Pen/Pencil, Notebook suitable for classroom, Vehicle Rescue and Extrication Principles and Practice, Jones & Bartlett Revised 2nd edition, & TOG or approved PPE. Prerequisite(s): Participants entering the program MUST be at least 16 years of age by the first day of class; completed the PA State Fire Academy/Department of Health NFPA 1006 Passenger Vehicle Rescue Operations 24 course. possess a current approved first aid certification or current EMS Provider certification and possess current approved CPR certification and possess a Hazardous Materials Operations training or national certification.  The course is a PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 16, CEUs =1.6. Min/Max for class: 10 / 24. Tuition / Material Fee:  $130.00 & $135.00
  • Fall 2026 - PSTC
    • Class ID:  20795
    • Starts:  Sunday, October 18 at 8 a.m.
    • Runs:  2 Sunday’s, October 18 & 25, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC
    • Class ID:  20796
    • Starts: Saturday, April 24 at 8 a.m.
    • Runs:  Saturday & Sunday, April 24 & 25, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

• 1006 Common Passanger Vehicle Rescue Technician Certification Exam
  • Fall 2026 - PSTC
    • Class ID:  By Application
    • Written Exam:  Friday, December 4, Report Time 6 p.m.
    • Skills Exam:  Saturday, December 5, Report Time 7:30 a.m., Exam Skills Overflow Day (if needed) – Sunday, December 6, Report Time 7:30 a.m.; MUST BE AVAILABLE Saturday & Sunday, until determined overflow day is not needed.
    • Application Deadline:  Friday, November 13 by 4 p.m. at the PSTC; see Certification Exam section for application details and requirements.
    • Exam Fee:  $485.00*
      • Retests requiring additional vehicles, to include the day of testing is an additional $300.00 fee per vehicle; price can be split amongst additional candidates retesting.
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC
    • Class ID:  By Application
    • Written Exam:  Friday, June 4, Report Time 6 p.m.
    • Skills Exam:  Saturday, June 5, Report Time 7:30 a.m., 
      Exam Skills Overflow Day (if needed) – Sunday, June 6, Report Time 7:30 a.m.; MUST BE AVAILABLE Saturday & Sunday, until determined overflow day is not needed.
    • Application Deadline:  Friday, May 7 by 4 p.m. at the PSTC; see Certification Exam section for application details and requirements.
    • Exam Fee:  $485.00*
      • Retests requiring additional vehicles, to include the day of testing is an additional $300.00 fee per vehicle; price can be split amongst additional candidates retesting.

• Special Vehicle Rescue (Dept. of Health) (DHSV) - Extended
• This course is part of a comprehensive rescue training program developed and promulgated by the PA Dept. of Health. It builds upon the knowledge and skill acquired in the prerequisite to prepare the student to deal with rescue situations involving larger vehicles such as buses and large trucks. This course is taught to the standards established by the PA Dept. of Health; the written examination required for certification as a Special Vehicle Rescue Technician is administered at the conclusion of this course. Prerequisites: 16+, NVRO or PVR24-T. Requirements:  PPE. The course is a PSFA Extended CEU program. Total hours = 24, CEUs =2.4. Min/Max for class: 12 / 24. Tuition / Material Fee:  $125.00 & $135.00
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC
  • Class ID:  20797
  • Starts:  Tuesday, May 4 at 6 p.m.
  • Run:  Tuesday & Thursday, May 4 & 6, 6-10 p.m. & Saturday & Sunday, May 8 & 9, 8a.m.-4 p.m.

Water Rescue:

• Advanced Line Systems Rescue (PA Fish & Boat Commission) (ALSR)
• Advanced Line Systems Rescue course trains rescue personnel in complex rescue systems that expose personnel to potentially life-threatening hazards. These systems should only be used when lower risk options have been exhausted and when the team has the training, equipment, and skills to utilize these techniques. The systems taught in the course require rescue personnel to: Select the appropriate system or technique for the situation, Establish and operate the system, Effect the rescue or recovery, Swimming skills proficiency. Classroom and practical hands-on training includes: static line systems rescues such as the moveable control point (MCP), 3:1 mechanical advantage (also known as z-drag or z-rig) and zip line (tension diagonal). Tethered rescuer techniques using Type V rescue personal flotation devices (PFD) are also addressed. Min/Max for class: 6 / 12. Prerequisites: WRER (Water Rescue & Emergency Response – NFPA 1670 Operations, able to swim and meet PFBC Swim Standard Guidelines for curriculum. Requirements:  Students are responsible for proper PPE. The course is a PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 16, CEUs =1.6. Min/Max for class: 6 / 12. Tuition / Material Fee:  $130.00 & $60.00
  • Spring 2027 for PSTC Offsite at Youngwood Main Campus - Student Achievement Center (SAC)
  • Class ID:  20798
  • Starts:  Sunday, May 9 at 8 a.m.
  • Run:  Sunday, May 9 & 16, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sunday, May 16 morning will be the pool session at Mon-Valley YMCA, then to a designated water rescue area based on water levels in the area.

• Water Rescue & Emergency Response – NFPA 1670 Operations Level (WRER)
• Planning for water emergencies, dynamics of moving water, medical conditions, personal safety & fundamental rescue techniques (self & shore based). The program goals are to: Familiarize the rescuer with the proper procedures used in basic water safety and safe boat handling, Have the rescuer demonstrate a proficiency in water rescue relative to individual capabilities, Provide the rescuer with competency in dealing with on-the-water emergencies. Prerequisites: 18+, Able to swim and meet PFBC Swim Standard Guidelines for curriculum. Requirements:  Student is responsible for proper PPE. The course is a PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 16, CEUs =1.6. Min/Max for class: 6 / 12. Tuition / Material Fee:  $130.00 & $50.00
  • Fall 2026 for PSTC Offsite at Youngwood Main Campus - Student Achievement Center (SAC)
    • Class ID:  20799
    • Starts:  Saturday, October 10 at 8 a.m.
    • Run:  Saturday & Sunday, October 10 & 11, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sunday, October 11 morning will be the pool session at Mon-Valley YMCA, then to a designated water rescue area based on water levels in the area.
  • Spring 2027 for PSTC Offsite at Youngwood Main Campus - Student Achievement Center (SAC)
    • Class ID:  20800
    • Starts:  Sunday, April 25 at 8 a.m.
    • Run:  Sunday, April 25 & May 2 , 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sunday, May 2 morning will be the pool session at Mon-Valley YMCA, then to a designated water rescue area based on water levels in the area.

ProBoard / IFSAC Certification Preparation and Certification Exams

• Support Firefighter Skills Preparation
• This course is designed to refresh and reinforce the basic knowledge and skills required by any fire fighter who wishes to work efficiently, effectively and safely as part of a team on the fire ground. Upon completion of this course, students will be better prepared to participate successfully in the PSFA Support Firefighter NFPA 1010 Certification Testing Process and to perform more effectively as a fire fighter on the fire grounds. Prerequisite: 14+ & meet the requirements for Support Firefighter 1010 Certification Exam. Requirements: Pen/Pencil, Notebook suitable for classroom and field use, TOG, & SCBA. The course is a Non-PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 8, CEUs = 0.8. Min/Max for class: N/A. $50 Tuition + $10 material fee. See Certification Exam schedule for exam details.
  • Fall 2026 - PSTC #1
    • Class ID:  20801
    • Starts:  Tuesday, October 6 at 6 p.m.
    • Runs:  Tuesday & Thursday, October 6 & 8, 6-10 p.m.
  • Fall 2026 - PSTC #2
    • Class ID:  20819
    • Starts:  Tuesday, November 3 at 6 p.m.
    • Runs:  Tuesday & Thursday, November 3 & 5, 6-10 p.m.
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC #1
    • Class ID:  20802
    • Starts:  Tuesday, February 9 at 6 p.m.
    • Runs:  Tuesday & Thursday, February 9 & 11, 6-10 p.m.
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC #2
    • Class ID:  20820
    • Starts:  Tuesday, May 4 at 6 p.m.
    • Runs:  Tuesday & Thursday, May 4 & 6, 6-10 p.m.
  • Summer 2027 - PSTC
    • Class ID:  20803
    • Starts:  Tuesday, August 3 at 6 p.m.
    • Runs:  Tuesday & Thursday, August 3 & 5, 6-10 p.m.

• Firefighter I Skills Preparation
• This course is designed to refresh and reinforce the basic knowledge and skills required by any fire fighter who wishes to work efficiently, effectively and safely as part of a team on the fire ground. Upon completion of this course, students will be better prepared to participate successfully in the PSFA Firefighter I NFPA 1010 Certification Testing Process and to perform more effectively as a fire fighter on the fire grounds. Prerequisite: 17+ & meet the requirements for Firefighter I 1010 Certification Exam. Requirements: Pen/Pencil, Notebook suitable for classroom and field use, TOG, & SCBA. The course is a Non-PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 12, CEUs = 1.2. Min/Max for class: N/A. $70 Tuition + $25 material fee.  See Certification Exam schedule for exam details.
  • Fall 2026 - PSTC
    • Class ID:  20804
    • Starts:  Thursday, December 3 at 6 p.m.
    • Runs:  Tuesday & Thursday, December 3, 8, & 10, 6-10 p.m.
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC
    • Class ID:  20805
    • Starts:  Thursday, May 6 at 6 p.m.
    • Runs:  Tuesday & Thursday, May 6, 11, & 13, 6-10 p.m.

• Driver/Operator – Pumper Skills Preparation 
• This refresher course is for all experienced pump operators wanting to update or reinforce "rusty" skills or prepare for the next PSFA Pro Board /IFSAC Driver/Operator-Pumper certification test. Students should have previously completed the requirements for Driver/Operator-Pumper certification or comparable training. Students must bring full turnout gear, and it is recommended that they bring their pumper to the second night of class for comfortability and proper preparation for the certification. Prerequisite: 18+ & meet the requirements for PSFA Driver/Operator Pumper Exam. Requirements: Pen/Pencil, Notebook suitable for classroom and field use, PPE (day of skills), and proper arrangements for apparatus usage with their department or associate student departments (Apparatus is not required the first day of class). The course is a Non-PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 12, CEUs = 1.2. Min/Max for class: 6 / 24. $70 Tuition + $10 material fee
  • Fall 2026 - PSTC
  • Class ID:  20726
  • Starts:  Monday, October 26 at 6 p.m.
    Runs:  Monday & Wednesday, October 26 & 28, & November 2, 6-10 p.m.
  • Driver/Operator – Pumper Certification
    • Exam Registration ID:  By Application
    • Runs:  Saturday, November 14, report time of 7:30 a.m.; 
      Special Note:  Exam Limited to 10 candidates; See Certification section for further details and directions for application.
    • Exam Fee:  $250.00
    • Application Deadline:  Monday, November 2 by 6 p.m. at the PSTC

• Hazardous Materials Operations Exam Prep
• Hazardous Materials Operations Exam (PSFA Pro Board/IFSAC) Professional Certification Program(s) are designed to recognize emergency service personnel that have demonstrated proficiency and an ability to do the job in accordance with nationally recognized peer-developed standards via the NFPA standards for Fire Service Professional Qualifications. An individual certified to one of the many levels offered will have demonstrated competency in the knowledge and skills required to perform at a particular fire service professional qualification level. Obtaining a certification will augment the professional competency of you and your department. Please note application deadlines! Your completed application with required certificates of training AND payment must be received no later than 4 p.m. per the deadline dates to be considered! All prices for certification are based on required candidate to evaluator ratios. Additional costs may be applied based on the number of candidates testing. PSFA Professional Certification Programs are both National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) and the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC). Candidates must meet the requirements per the PSFA Certification Department to sit for the exam. Prerequisite(s): 18+, current HMO/R, and requirements for exam. Requirements: TOG, SCBA, & Spare cylinder. The course is a Non-PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 8, CEUs = 0.8. Min/Max for class: 6 / 24. Tuition / Material Fee:  $45.00 + $10.00
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC
  • Class ID:  20769
  • Starts:  Sunday, May 16 at 8 a.m.
  • Runs:  Sunday, May 16, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
  • Hazardous Materials Operations Exam - Summer
    
    • Exam Registration ID:  By Application
    • Exam Fee:  $250.00
    • Written/Skills:  Saturday, June 5 with report time of 7:30 a.m.
    • Application Deadline:  Sunday, May 16 by 4 p.m.; see Certification Exam section for application details and requirements.

• Incident Safety Officer Certification Exam Prep
• Already certified as a Fire Officer I? Pursue an Incident Safety Officer certification to grow your leadership, administration, and policy writing skills. Prerequisite(s): 18+, NFA or PSFA/NFA ISO, Current PSFA Approved HMO/R, Approved ICS, & Fire Officer I Certification. Requirements: Pen/Pencil, Notebook suitable for classroom. The course is a Non-PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 8, CEUs = 0.8. Min/Max for class: 6 / 24. Tuition/Material Fee:  $45.00 / $10.00
  • Spring 2027 - PSTC
    • Class ID:  20817
    • Starts/Runs:  Saturday, April 10 at 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
    • Please note – exam requirements are different from class requirements.
  • Incident Safety Officer, PSFA ProBoard/IFSAC Exam (Pilot)
    
    • Please note – exam requirements are different from class requirements.
    • Requirements:  Certification Exam Requirements:  NFA or PSFA/NFA ISO, Current PSFA Approved HMO/R, Approved ICS, & Fire Officer I Certification
    • Exam Registration ID:  By Application
    • Written/Skills Exam:  Sunday, April 18, Report Time of 7:30 a.m.
    • Exam Fee:  $250.00
    • Application Deadline:  Saturday, April 10 by 8 a.m. at the PSTC; see Certification Exam section for application details and requirements.

PSFA Professional Certification Program

Application Requirements and Retesting Policy

• The Professional Certification Program recognizes emergency service personnel who demonstrate the knowledge and practical skills required by nationally recognized NFPA professional qualification standards. Certification confirms competency at a specific fire service qualification level and strengthens the professional capabilities of both the individual and their department.
• Applications and Requirements:
  • Certification exam applications and current requirements are available at Pennsylvania Office of the State Fire Commissioner – Certifications, https://www.pa.gov/agencies/osfc/pa-firefighters/certifications
• Application Deadline and Submission:
  • Important: The completed application, all required training certificates, and full payment must be received by the published deadline date and time for the candidate to be considered.
  • Certification fees are based on required candidate-to-evaluator ratios. Additional fees may apply depending on the number of candidates registered for the examination.
  • Emailed applications will not be accepted to reserve an examination seat.
  • Mail or deliver the completed application and payment to:  Marc Jackson, PSTC Director, 65 Public Safety Drive, Smithton, PA 15479
• Application Completion Requirements:
  • Applications must be typed and include all required signatures, certificates of completion, and payment.
  • Adobe-certified electronic signatures are acceptable. A pasted, handwritten-style signature image is not acceptable.  See HERE for Exam of acceptable Adobe Signatures.
  • If a WCCC certificate of completion is pending, the application may be submitted without that certificate.
    • Attach a clearly marked note identifying the pending WCCC certificate.
  • Certificates of completion issued by outside agencies must be received by the application deadline.
  • Late certificates will not be accepted.
• Payment Instructions:
  • A fire department check or money order is recommended to help avoid payment-receipt and processing delays.
  • Make payment payable to WCCC.
  • Include the candidate’s name and the type of certification examination in the memo line.
• Certification Retesting Policy
  • Retesting During the Initial Skills Examination
  • A skills retest during the initial PSFA certification examination is neither guaranteed nor required. The availability of same-day retesting depends on factors that may include PSFA certification policy, weather conditions, the number of retests needed, and the time required to complete them.
  • Generally, skills retesting will not be conducted after 4:30 p.m.; however, the Test Site Coordinator will make the final determination based on conditions at the examination.
    Written Retests
  • Written retests may be scheduled at the PSTC based on the availability of both the candidate and the Test Site Coordinator. There is no fee for a written retest.
    Skills Retests During a Regularly Scheduled Examination
  • A skills retest may be scheduled in conjunction with a regularly scheduled skills examination when qualified evaluators are available and the size of the scheduled examination allows it. There is no retest fee; however, a material fee may apply when consumable or specialized materials are required, such as for vehicle rescue testing.
    Private Skills Retests
  • Candidates who are unable or unwilling to wait for a regularly scheduled examination may request a private skills retest. Private retests are subject to facility availability and required staffing. The fee is $250 and covers the staffing required under PSFA policy.

Exam Schedule:

• Hazardous Materials Awareness Certification
  • Exam Registration ID:  By Application
  • Exam Fee:  $55.00
  • Starts/Runs:  Sunday, October 11 at 9 a.m. at Youngwood Main Campus - Student Achievement Center (SAC)
  • Application Deadline:  Thursday, October 1 by 6 p.m.
• Support Firefighter NFPA 1010 with Traffic Incident Management Personnel Certification
  • Exam Registration ID:  By Application
  • Runs:  Saturday, October 17 with report time of 7:30 a.m. for written and skills certification
  • Application Deadline:  Thursday, October 8 by 6 p.m. (Application for both certifications is REQUIRED) at the PSTC.
  • Exam Fee:  $250.00
• Traffic Incident Management Personnel Certification Exam (Only)
  • Exam Registration ID:  By Application
  • Skills Only Exam:  Saturday, October 17 with report time of 7:30 a.m.
  • Application Deadline:  Thursday, October 1 by 6 p.m. at the PSTC
    Exam Fee:  $75.00
• Driver/Operator – Pumper Certification
  • Exam Registration ID:  By Application
  • Runs:  Saturday, November 14, report time of 7:30 a.m.; 
    Special Note:  Exam Limited to 10 candidates; See Certification section for further details and directions for application.
  • Exam Fee:  $250.00
  • Application Deadline:  Monday, November 2 by 6 p.m. at the PSTC
• Support Firefighter NFPA 1010 with Traffic Incident Management Personnel Certification
  • Exam Registration ID:  By Application
  • Runs:  Saturday, November 21 with report time of 7:30 a.m. for written and skills certification
  • Application Deadline:  Thursday, November 5 by 6 p.m. (Application for both certifications is REQUIRED) at the PSTC.
  • Exam Fee:  $250.00
• Traffic Incident Management Personnel Certification Exam (Only)
  • Exam Registration ID:  By Application
  • Skills Only Exam:  Saturday, November 21 with report time of 7:30 a.m.
  • Application Deadline: Thursday, November 5 by 6 p.m. at the PSTC
  • Exam Fee:  $75.00
• Instructor II, PSFA ProBoard/IFSAC Exam (Pilot)
  • Exam Registration ID:  By Application
  • Written/Skills Exam:  Sunday, December 13, Report Time of 7:30 a.m.
  • Exam Fee:  $250.00
  • Application Deadline:  Wednesday, November 4 by 6 p.m. at the PSTC
• Vehicle Rescue Certification Exam
  • Class ID:  By Application
  • Written Exam:  Friday, December 4, Report Time 6 p.m.
  • Skills Exam:  Saturday, December 5, Report Time 7:30 a.m., 
    Exam Skills Overflow Day (if needed) – Sunday, December 6, Report Time 7:30 a.m.; MUST BE AVAILABLE Saturday & Sunday, until determined overflow day is not needed.
  • Application Deadline:  Friday, November 13 by 4 p.m. at the PSTC; see Certification Exam section for application details and requirements.
  • Exam Fee:  $485.00*
    • Retests requiring additional vehicles, to include the day of testing is an additional $300.00 fee per vehicle; price can be split amongst additional candidates retesting.
• Firefighter I NFPA 1010 Certification
  • Exam Registration ID:  By Application
  • Runs:  Saturday, December 12 with report time of 7:30 a.m. for written and skills certification
  • Application Deadline:  Sunday, November 22, 2026 by 4 p.m. at the PSTC.
  • Exam Fee:  $250.00
• Firefighter II NFPA 1010 Certification
  • Exam Registration ID:  By Application
  • Runs:  Saturday, December 12 with report time of 7:30 a.m. for written and skills certification
  • Application Deadline:  Monday, November 16, 2026 by 6 p.m.
  • Exam Fee:  $250.00
• Hazardous Materials Awareness Certification Exam
  • Exam Registration ID:  By Application
  • Exam Fee:  $55.00
  • Starts/Runs:  Sunday, February 7 at 9 a.m.
  • Application Deadline:  Thursday, January 28 by 6 p.m.
• Fire Officer I Exam, PSFA Pro Board/IFSAC 
  • Please Note:  exam requirements are different from class requirements
  • Exam Registration ID:  By Application
  • Written/Skills Exam:  Saturday, February 20, Report Time of 7:30 a.m.
  • Exam Fee:  $250.00
  • Application Deadline:  Sunday, February 7 by 8 a.m. at the PSTC
• Support Firefighter NFPA 1010 with Traffic Incident Management Personnel Certification
  • Exam Registration ID:  By Application
  • Runs:  Saturday, February 20 with report time of 7:30 a.m. for written and skills certification
  • Application Deadline:  Thursday, February 11, by 6 p.m. (Application for both certifications is REQUIRED) at the PSTC.
  • Exam Fee:  $250.00
• Traffic Incident Management Personnel Certification Exam (Only)
  • Exam Registration ID:  By Application
  • Skills Only Exam:  Saturday, February 20 with report time of 7:30 a.m.
  • Application Deadline:  Thursday, February 9 by 6 p.m. at the PSTC
  • Exam Fee:  $75.00
• Incident Safety Officer, PSFA ProBoard/IFSAC Exam (Pilot)
  • Certification Exam Requirements:  NFA or PSFA/NFA ISO, Current PSFA Approved HMO/R, Approved ICS, & Fire Officer I Certification
  • Exam Registration ID:  By Application
  • Written/Skills Exam:  Sunday, April 18, Report Time of 7:30 a.m.
  • Exam Fee:  $250.00
  • Application Deadline:  Thursday, April 1 by 6 p.m. at the PSTC
• Instructor I Exam
  • Exam Registration ID:  By Application
  • Written Exam & Skills Exam:  Sunday, April 25, Report Time of 7:30 a.m.
  • Exam Fee:  $250.00
  • Application Deadline:  Monday, April 12 by 6 p.m. at the PSTC
• Support Firefighter NFPA 1010 with Traffic Incident Management Personnel Certification
  • Exam Registration ID:  By Application
  • Runs:  Saturday, May 22 with report time of 7:30 a.m. for written and skills certification
  • Application Deadline:  Thursday, May 6 by 6 p.m. (Application for both certifications is REQUIRED) at the PSTC.
  • Exam Fee:  $250.00
• Firefighter I NFPA 1010 Certification
  • Exam Registration ID:  By Application
  • Runs:  Saturday, May 22 with report time of 7:30 a.m. for written and skills certification
  • Application Deadline:  Saturday, April 24 at 8 a.m. at the PSTC.
  • Exam Fee:  $250.00
• Firefighter II NFPA 1010 Certification
  • Exam Registration ID:  By Application
  • Runs:  Saturday, May 22 with report time of 7:30 a.m. for written and skills certification
  • Application Deadline:  Wednesday, May 5, 2026 by 6 p.m.
  • Exam Fee:  $250.00
• Traffic Incident Management Personnel Certification Exam (Only)
  • Exam Registration ID:  By Application
  • Skills Only Exam:  Saturday, May 22 with report time of 7:30 a.m.
  • Application Deadline: Thursday, May 6 by 6 p.m. at the PSTC
  • Exam Fee:  $75.00
• Vehicle Rescue Certification Exam
  • Class ID:  By Application
  • Written Exam:  Friday, June 4, Report Time 6 p.m.
  • Skills Exam:  Saturday, June 5, Report Time 7:30 a.m., 
    Exam Skills Overflow Day (if needed) – Sunday, June 6, Report Time 7:30 a.m.; MUST BE AVAILABLE Saturday & Sunday, until determined overflow day is not needed.
  • Application Deadline:  Friday, May 7 by 4 p.m. at the PSTC; see Certification Exam section for application details and requirements.
  • Exam Fee:  $485.00*
    • Retests requiring additional vehicles, to include the day of testing is an additional $300.00 fee per vehicle; price can be split amongst additional candidates retesting.
• Hazardous Materials Operations Exam
  • Exam Registration ID:  By Application
  • Written/Skills:  Saturday, June 5 with report time of 7:30 a.m.
  • Application Deadline:  Sunday, May 16 by 4 p.m.
  • Exam Fee:  $250.00
• 1006 Rope Rescue Certification Series (PSFA ProBoard/IFSAC)
  • Min/Max for each exam level: 6 / 12 
  • Class ID:  By Application
  • Exam Fee for Awareness:  $250.00
  • Exam Fee for Awareness & Operations:  $500.00
  • Exam Fee for Awareness, Operations, & Technician: $750.00
  • Start:  Friday, June 18 with report time of 6 p.m. for written Exam
  • Runs:  Friday, June 18. 6-9 p.m., & Saturday & Sunday, June 19 & 20 with a report time of 7:30 a.m.; Sunday, June 20 is an overflow day based on candidate testing size.
  • Candidates testing for Operations & Technician MUST be available for Sunday, till determined otherwise.
  • Application Deadline:  Friday, May 28 by 4 p.m. at the PSTC
• Hazardous Materials Awareness Certification Exam
  • Class ID:  By Application
  • Exam Fee:  $55.00
  • Starts/Runs:  Friday, July 23 at 6 p.m.
  • Application Deadline:  Thursday, July 8 by 6 p.m.
• Support Firefighter NFPA 1010 with Traffic Incident Management Personnel Certification
  • Exam Registration ID:  By Application
  • Runs:  Saturday, August 21 with report time of 7:30 a.m. for written and skills certification
  • Application Deadline:  Thursday, August 5 by 6 p.m. (Application for both certifications is REQUIRED) at the PSTC.
  • Exam Fee:  $250.00
• Traffic Incident Management Personnel Certification Exam (Only)
  • Exam Registration ID:  By Application
  • Skills Only Exam:  Saturday, August 21 with report time of 7:30 a.m.
  • Application Deadline:  Thursday, August 5 by 6 p.m. at the PSTC
  • Exam Fee:  $75.00