| Date and Time | Title | Important Information | Description | Location | Instructor | Hours | Available/Capacity/Waitlist |
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Aug 18 2026
-
Sep 10 2026
1800-2200
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FIP 3556 Haz-Mat Operations
Reserve Seat
| Saturday Class 8/29 | NFPA 1072, 2017 Standard for Hazardous Materials/ Weapon of Mass Destruction Emergency Response Personnel Professional Qualifications, Chapters 4, 5, 6.2 & 6.6.
After successful completion of this course candidates will receive the Hazardous Materials Operations Fire and Rescue Commission IFSAC Certification. |
ERTC3
Room
107
| T. Hoke | 40 |
22 25 0
|
|
Aug 24 2026
-
Oct 23 2026
Varies
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FIP 4905 - Chemistry of Hazardous Materials Online
Reserve Seat
| This online course has one mandatory demonstration day, October 17th, time TBA. Registration for this online course will close August 7th, 2026. | This course provides an in-depth understanding of the chemical properties and behaviors of hazardous materials. Designed for individuals seeking certification as HazMat Technicians, the curriculum covers the identification, classification, and safe handling of hazardous substances. Students will learn about chemical reactions, toxicology, and the environmental impact of hazardous materials. Practical exercises and case studies will enhance the theoretical knowledge, preparing participants for real-world scenarios in hazardous materials management and emergency response. |
Online/ERTC 3
Room
OL
| Tyler Hoke | 80 |
9 40 0
|
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Aug 31 2026
-
Sep 04 2026
0800-1700
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FIP 3623 Pumps Introduction/ Basic Operations
Reserve Seat
| | Performance Standard
NFPA 1002, 2017 Standard for Fire Apparatus Driver/ Operator Professional Qualifications, Chapter 5. 40-48 hours
1 of 3 courses that lead to the Driver Operator Pumps Fire and Rescue Commission IFSAC Certification.
Reference Material IFSTA- Pumping and Aerial Apparatus Driver/ Operator Handbook, 3rd Edition
Pre-requisite(s) The candidate must be at least 18 years of age
The candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent (i.e., GED)
TIMS (FIP 7000) Certification, Emergency Vehicle Driver Certification, Firefighter Certification |
ERTC
Room
107
| Gerardo Olvera | 40 |
0 25 5
|
|
Sep 08 2026
-
Sep 11 2026
0800-1700
|
FIP 3811 Fire Instructor I
Reserve Seat
| Last day ends at 1600 | Performance Standard
NFPA 1041, 2019 Standard for Fire and Emergency Services Instructor Professional Qualifications, Chapter 4.
After successful completion of this course candidates will receive the Fire Instructor I Fire and Rescue Commission IFSAC Certification.
Reference Material
IFSTA - Fire and Emergency Services Instructor, 9th Edition
Pre-requisite(s)
The candidate must be at least 21 years of age
The candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent (i.e., GED)
TIMS (FIP 7000)
Firefighter, Technical Rescuer, HazMat Ops, or FLSE certified for three years.
**As of August 2020, the Certification Board requires that candidates MUST meet the prerequisite of being certified for three years in Firefighter, Technical Rescuer, HazMat Ops, or FLSE BEFORE taking Fire Instructor I. |
Alamance Community Fire Department
Room
Trn
| Curtis Teague | 31 |
0 20 10
|
|
Sep 15 2026
-
Sep 29 2026
1800-2200
|
FIP6413 Safety & Survival/Mayday
Reserve Seat
| Saturday Class 9/26 | Firefighter I&II Mayday/ Safety & Survival (FIP 6413 |
ERTC3
Room
107
| J. Dowd | 28 |
22 25 0
|
|
Sep 21 2026
-
Sep 23 2026
0800-1700
|
NIMS 300 - Intermediate Incident Command System for Expanding Incidents
Reserve Seat
| Location: GTCC Greensboro Campus
Last day class 0800-1300 | NIMS – Intermediate Incident Command System for Expanding Incidents (IS300) is a 24-hour course that describes the incident and event management process for supervisors and expanding incidents as prescribed by the Incident Command System. It also describes how the NIMS command and management component supports the management of expanding incidents. Students will implement the incident management system process on simulated Type 3 incidents and develop an incident action plan |
GTCC Greensboro
Room
Trn
| Curtis Teague | 21 |
0 20 0
|
|
Sep 21 2026
-
Sep 25 2026
0800-1700
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FIP 3624 Pumps Hydraulics & Water Supply
Reserve Seat
| | Performance Standard
NFPA 1002, 2017 Standard for Fire Apparatus Driver/ Operator Professional Qualifications, Chapter 5. 40-48 hours
1 of 3 courses that lead to the Driver Operator Pumps Fire and Rescue Commission IFSAC Certification.
Reference Material IFSTA- Pumping and Aerial Apparatus Driver/ Operator Handbook, 3rd Edition
Pre-requisite(s) The candidate must be at least 18 years of age
The candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent (i.e., GED)
TIMS (FIP 7000) Certification, Emergency Vehicle Driver Certification, Firefighter Certification |
ERTC
Room
107
| Gerardo Olvera | 40 |
0 25 5
|
|
Sep 24 2026
-
Sep 25 2026
0800-1700
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NIMS 400 - Advanced ICS Command and General Staff-Complex Incidents
Reserve Seat
| Location: GTCC Greensboro Campus | NIMS – Advanced ICS Command and General Staff-Complex Incidents (IS400) is a 16-hour course that is intended to provide training on and resources for personnel who require advanced application of the Incident Command System (ICS). It is designed for senior public safety personnel and will provide information on how they are expected to perform in a management capacity in an Area Command or Multiagency Coordination Entity. |
GTCC Greensboro
Room
Trn
| Curtis Teague | 16 |
4 20 0
|
|
Sep 24 2026
-
Oct 28 2026
Varies
|
FIP - 2152 Fire Protection Law
Reserve Seat
| This is a condensed, fast-paced course. You will be able to receive college credit for completing this 4-week, 100% online course. Textbook for Course: Legal Aspects of Emergency Services, 2nd Ed., ISBN: 9781284227970 | This course covers fire protection law as referenced in NFPA standard 1. Topics include legal terms, contracts, liability, review of case histories, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss laws, codes, and ordinances as they relate to fire protection. |
Online
Room
OL
| Jeff Bostian | 48 |
0 35 2
|
|
Sep 24 2026
-
Oct 28 2026
Varies
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FIP - 2221 Advanced Fire Fighting Strategies
Reserve Seat
| This is a condensed, fast-paced course. You will be able to receive college credit for completing this 4-week, 100% online course. Textbook for Course:Strategic and Tactical Considerations on the Fireground, 4th Ed., ISBN: 978-0-13-444264-8 (Chapters 7 - 11) | This course covers command-level operations for multi-company/agency operations involving fire and non-fire emergencies. Topics include advanced use of the Incident Command System(ICS), advanced incident analysis, command-level fire operations, and control of both manmade and natural major disasters. Upon completion, students should be able to describe proper and accepted systems for the mitigation of emergencies at the level of overall scene command. |
Online
Room
OL
| Chris Hicks | 48 |
19 35 0
|
|
Sep 24 2026
-
Oct 28 2026
Varies
|
FIP - 2240 Fire Service Supervision
Reserve Seat
| This is a condensed, fast-paced course. You will be able to receive college credit for completing this 4-week, 100% online course. Textbook for Course: Fire Officer Principles and Practice, 4th Ed., ISBN: 978-1-284-19008-3 (Chapters 1 – 8) | This course covers supervisory skills and practices in the fire protection field. Topics include the supervisor's job, supervision skills, the changing work environment, managing change, organizing for results, discipline and grievances, and safety. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of effective fire service supervision, meeting elements of NFPA 1021.
|
Online
Room
OL
| Kirk Daniels | 48 |
0 35 1
|
|
Sep 24 2026
-
Oct 28 2026
Varies
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FIP - 2132 Building Construction
Reserve Seat
| This is a condensed, fast-paced course. You will be able to receive college credit for completing this 4-week, 100% online course. Textbook for Course: Brannigan's Building Construction for the Fire Service, 6th Ed., ISBN: 9781284177312 | This course covers the principles and practices reference in NFPA standard 220 related to various types of building construction, including residential and commercial, as impacted by fire conditions. Topics include types of construction and related elements, fire resistive aspects of construction materials, building codes, collapse, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to understand and recognize various types of construction and their positive or negative aspects as related to fire conditions. |
Online
Room
OL
| Chris Hunt | 48 |
0 35 9
|
|
Oct 03 2026
-
Oct 06 2026
8-5
|
FIP 7001 Emergency Medical Care (EMC)
Reserve Seat
| Saturday Class 10/3 | Co-requisite(s) fore Firefighter I&II |
ERTC3
Room
107
| P. Nelson | 14 |
22 25 0
|
|
Oct 05 2026
-
Oct 08 2026
0800-1700
|
FIP 3625 Pumps Sprinklers, Standpipes, Maintenance & Testing
Reserve Seat
| Class each day 0800-1700 with the final day 10/8 being half a day. | Performance Standard
NFPA 1002, 2017 Standard for Fire Apparatus Driver/ Operator Professional Qualifications, Chapter 5. 30-36 hours
1 of 3 courses that lead to the Driver Operator Pumps Fire and Rescue Commission IFSAC Certification.
Reference Material IFSTA- Pumping and Aerial Apparatus Driver/ Operator Handbook, 3rd Edition
Pre-requisite(s) The candidate must be at least 18 years of age
The candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent (i.e., GED)
TIMS (FIP 7000) Certification, Emergency Vehicle Driver Certification, Firefighter Certification |
ERTC
Room
107
| Gerardo Olvera | 30 |
0 25 0
|
|
Oct 08 2026
-
Oct 29 2026
1800-2200
|
FIP 3049 Fireground Ops 9 (Fire Control)
Reserve Seat
| Saturday Classes 10/17, 10/24 | Fire Control
Chapters 17, 21, 23
Text Reference:
Fundamentals of
Firefighter Skills and
Hazardous Materials
Response, 4th Edition |
ERTC3
Room
107
| Perry Hall | 44 |
18 25 0
|
|
Oct 12 2026
-
Dec 11 2026
Varies
|
FIP 4905 - Chemistry of Hazardous Materials Online
Reserve Seat
| This online course has one mandatory demonstration day, December 5th, time TBA. Registration for this online course will close September 25, 2026. | This course provides an in-depth understanding of the chemical properties and behaviors of hazardous materials. Designed for individuals seeking certification as HazMat Technicians, the curriculum covers the identification, classification, and safe handling of hazardous substances. Students will learn about chemical reactions, toxicology, and the environmental impact of hazardous materials. Practical exercises and case studies will enhance the theoretical knowledge, preparing participants for real-world scenarios in hazardous materials management and emergency response. |
Online/ERTC 3
Room
OL
| Tyler Hoke | 80 |
30 40 0
|
|
Nov 09 2026
-
Dec 09 2026
Varies
|
FIP - 2128 Detection & Investigation
Reserve Seat
| This is a condensed, fast-paced course. You will be able to receive college credit for completing this 4-week, 100% online course. Textbook for Course: Fire Investigator: Principles and Practice, 6th Ed., ISBN: 9781284247053 | This course covers procedures for determining the origin and cause of accidental and incendiary fires referenced in NFPA standard 921. Topics include collection and preservation of evidence, detection and determination of accelerants, courtroom procedure and testimony, and documentation of the fire scene. Upon completion, students should be able to conduct a competent fire investigation and present those findings to appropriate officials or equivalent. |
Online
Room
OL
| Jeff Bostian | 48 |
4 35 0
|
|
Nov 09 2026
-
Dec 09 2026
Varies
|
EPT - 2140 Emergency Management
Reserve Seat
| This is a condensed, fast-paced course. You will be able to receive college credit for completing this 4-week, 100% online course. Textbook for Course: Introduction to Emergency Management, 7th Ed.
ISBN: 978-0-128-17138-4 | This course covers the four phases of emergency management: mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery. Topics include organizing for emergency management, coordinating for community resources, public sector liability, and the roles of government agencies at all levels. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of comprehensive emergency management and the integrated emergency management system. |
Online
Room
OL
| Chris Hicks | 48 |
10 35 0
|
|
Nov 09 2026
-
Dec 09 2026
Varies
|
FIP - 2228 Local Government Finance
Reserve Seat
| This is a condensed, fast-paced course. You will be able to receive college credit for completing this 4-week, 100% online course. Textbook for Course: The Basics of Public Budgeting and Financial Management, 5th Ed., ISBN: 978-1-5381-8403-5 | This course introduces local governmental financial principles and practices. Topics include budget preparation and justification, revenue policies, statutory requirements, audits, and the economic climate. Upon completion, students should be able to comprehend the importance of finance as it applies to the operations of a department. |
Online
Room
OL
| Jenna Daniels | 48 |
0 35 16
|
|
Nov 30 2026
-
Dec 03 2026
0800-1700
|
FIP 3719 Fire Officer II
Reserve Seat
| Last day ends at 1200. | Performance Standard
NFPA 1021, 2020 Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications, Chapter 5.
After successful completion of this course candidates will receive the Fire Officer II Fire and Rescue Commission IFSAC Certification.
Reference Material
Fire Officer I and II – IFSTA Company Officer
IFSTA Fire & Emergency Services Company Officer (Sixth Edition)
ISBN: 978-0-87939-650-3
Pre-requisite(s)
The candidate must be at least 23 years of age
The candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent (i.e., GED)
TIMS (FIP 7000)
Firefighter I & II certified for five years
Fire Officer I certified
Instructor I certified |
Greensboro Training Center 1510 N Church St.
Room
Trn
| Curtis Teague | 28 |
4 20 0
|
|
Dec 14 2026
-
Dec 18 2026
0800-1800
|
FIP 3812 - Fire Instructor II
Reserve Seat
| | NFPA 1041, 2019 Standard for Fire and Emergency Services Instructor Professional Qualifications, Chapter 5. After successfully completing this course, candidates will receive the Fire Instructor II Fire and Rescue Commission IFSAC Certification. |
Greensboro Training Center 1510 N Church St.
Room
Trn
| Curtis Teague | 45 |
8 20 0
|
|
Jan 12 2027
-
Jan 28 2027
1800-2200
|
FIP 3040 FF General and Communications
Reserve Seat
| Tuesday and Thursday dates as follows: January 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28 | NFPA 1001 Firefighter General and Communications |
ERTC 3
Room
103
| TBD | 24 |
20 20 0
|
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Feb 02 2027
-
Feb 18 2027
Tu/Th 1800-2200
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FIP 3041 Fireground Ops 1
Reserve Seat
| Tuesdays and Thursday dates as follows: February 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25 | Firefighter Safety and Health and Wellness |
ERTC 3
Room
107
| TBD | 24 |
20 20 0
|
|
Feb 23 2027
-
Mar 11 2027
Tu/Th 1800-2200; Sat. 0800-1700
|
FIP 3042 Fireground Ops 2
Reserve Seat
| Tuesday and Thursday evenings with 1 Saturday. Dates as follows: February 23, 25, 27, March 2, 4, 9, 11. | PPE |
ERTC 3
Room
107
| TBD | 33 |
20 20 0
|
|
Mar 16 2027
-
Apr 01 2027
Tu/Th 1800-2200; Sat. 0800-1700
|
FIP 3043 Fireground Ops 3
Reserve Seat
| Tuesday and Thursday evenings with 1 Saturday. Dates are as follows: March 16, 18, 20, 23, 25, 30, April 1 | Portable Extinguishers, Building Construction, and Fire Behavior |
ERTC 3
Room
107
| TBD | 33 |
20 20 0
|