Courses & Events

This two-day course is designed to provide students with the essential tools and skills to operate safely in a wildland/wildland urban interface (WUI) incident. Course content covers interface incidents, fire behavior, safety and operational considerations.

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February 26-27, 2027, Douglas Co Cons Fire Dist 1

Decision Making for Initial Company Operations is designed to develop the decision making skills needed by Company Officers (COs) to accomplish assigned tactics at structure fires.

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May 13-14, 2027, Leawood Fire Dept Stat 33

This training utilizes simulators to reinforce good driving skills and mediate the correct response to a driving situation.

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This two-day course provides the knowledge and skills to enable participants to have difficult conversations related to exercising leadership when addressing adaptive challenges.

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April 15-16, 2027, Seward County Activity Center

Training will include live fire suppression and control activities designed to meet the job performance requirements for Firefighter 1 and 2.

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This IFSAC and Pro Board certification course addresses NFPA 1020, Chapter 10, Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications for Fire Officer II. Designed for company officers seeking to enhance their knowledge, skills, and abilities while preparing to advance in rank and responsibility.

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December 5-6, 2026, Pleasant Ridge High School

This online course is Part 1 of a self-paced, blended learning program that consists of nine online lessons plus an online exam. 

Note: This course DOES NOT have scheduled sessions.  Students may start and complete their online training at any time.

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June 26, 2026 to June 30, 2027, Self-paced Online Training

This seminar is Part 2 of a blended learning format with a focus on short, verbal presentations of assorted fire service topics by students participating as group leaders in various classroom-based activities.

Locations marked as TBD will be based on Part 1 enrollments.

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December 7-8, 2026, Garden City Fire Dept

Online, self-paced Instructor 2 Training

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June 26, 2026 to June 30, 2027, Self-paced Online Training

Firefighter Skills Training teaches the skills best described as "destructive" skills included in Fire Fighter I and other basic firefighter training courses.

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Saturday, November 21, 2026, Mission Twp Fire Dept

This one-day (8 hours) course provides the knowledge and skills required to perform a Grain Engulfment Rescue.

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This course is designed to prepare students to operate as members of interior fire attack teams.

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The Kansas Flood and Water Rescue course is for rescuers who may be involved in a flood or surface water rescue. This two-day (16) course will cover individual and team requirements to perform safe water rescues.

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This two-day course presents the supervisory with the basic leadership skills and tools needed to perform effectively in the fire service environment.

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December 9-10, 2026, Kansas Fire and Rescue Training Institute

This two-day course provides the supervisor with the knowledge and skills to perform successfully in the fire and Emergency Medical Services environments.

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June 10-11, 2027, Dodge City Fire Dept

This course will focus on setting up and operating an efficient water shuttle system using available apparatus.

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Firefighters can be individually fit tested according to OSHA Standards at their fire department or by appointment at the Kansas Fire & Rescue Training Institute.

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This two-day course is designed to assist first- and second-level supervisors and Company Officers (COs) in developing knowledge and skills in contemporary approaches to organizational problem-solving.

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September 16-17, 2027, Salina Fire Dept

The TIM training program was designed to establish the foundation for and promote consistent training of all responders to achieve three objectives.

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Friday, October 23, 2026, Kansas City Kansas Public School Police Department
Tuesday, October 27, 2026, Horton KDOT Facility
Monday, December 7, 2026, Tony Event Ctr
Monday, December 7, 2026, Tony Event Ctr
Tuesday, December 8, 2026, Tony Event Ctr
Tuesday, December 8, 2026, Tony Event Ctr
Wednesday, December 9, 2026, Tony Event Ctr
Wednesday, December 9, 2026, Tony Event Ctr

In this two-day class the students will learn about operational activities and safety concerns for structural Company Officers assigned to a wildland urban interface (WUI) incident, including command and control issues of WUI firefighting.

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November 19-20, 2026, Seward County Activity Center
March 24-26, 2027, Manhattan Fire Dept

This once in a lifetime opportunity is for every GIRL no matter her career interests. Camp Fury is led by elite local female Police Officers and Fire Fighters.

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One day Public Safety Camp

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Common Passenger Vehicle Rescue is a Two-day (16 hours) course designed for fire fighters and other emergency responders to teach them the proper procedures for extricating accident victims from vehicles.

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Confined Space Rescue AOT is a three-day (24 hours) course designed to meet NFPA 1006, 2021 Edition, Chapters 7.1, 7.2, and 7.3, covering confined space rescue awareness, operations, and technician levels; in addition to OSHA standard 1910.146 Subpart (k) Rescue & Emergency Services.

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March 22-25, 2027, Chanute Fire Dept Stat 2

This self-paced online course combined with in-person skill days prepares students to meet the professional qualification for Driver/Operator - Aerial as defined by NFPA 1010 (2024).

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This course prepares students to meet the professional qualifications for Driver/Operator - Aerial as defined by NFPA 1010 (2024).

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This course covers core driver/operator competencies for apparatus operators regardless of discipline.

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This self-paced hybrid course delivers all cognitive content prepares students for the professional qualifications for Driver/Operator - Pumper as defined by NFPA 1010 (2024).

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This in-person course prepares students to meet the professional qualifications for Driver/Operator - Pumper as defined by NFPA 1010 (2024).

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November 2-6, 2026, Arkansas City Fire/EMS Dept

This self-paced online course coupled with an in-person driving range day provides core competencies required of all apparatus operators.

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CERTIFICATION EXAM for Mobile Water Supply

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This regional training event offers attendees an opportunity to learn from fire service trainers and thought leaders from across the American fire service.

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This four to six-week online course is Part 1 of a blended learning program addressing Fire Officer 1, NFPA 1020, Chapter 9, Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications for Fire Officer I.

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July 2, 2026 to June 30, 2027, Self-paced Online Training

This IFSAC and Pro Board certification course addresses NFPA 1020, Chapter 9, Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications for Fire Officer I. The focus is on management, leadership, emergency scene operations, and human relations concepts.

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November 2-4, 2026, Andover Fire and Rescue Sta 2
November 16-18, 2026, Garden City Fire Dept

This three-module series equips current and aspiring fire service leaders with the critical mindset, communication tools, and developmental frameworks required to lead with integrity and impact.

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Seminar participants will develop course design documents, instructional materials, and evaluation instruments.

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The hybrid Firefighter I course delivers all cognitive content through a structured self-paced online platform, defined in-person skills days, and live fire evolutions.

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October 30, 2026 to December 10, 2027, Bourbon Co Uniontown Station

This course prepares students to meet the professional qualifications for Firefighter II through a self-paced online learning platform, in-person skills days, and live fire evolutions.

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November 2-21, 2026, Douglas Co Cons Fire Dist 1

This online course is Part 1 of a self-paced, blended learning program consisting of ten interactive web-based modules. Part 2 of the training is a two-day, face-to-face seminar. Participants are required to register separately for Part 2 and certification testing. This academically oriented course is designed to meet the requirements of NFPA 1031 for the First Responder Inspector level. It provides participants with the fundamental knowledge and skills to effectively conduct fire inspections, evaluate permits, apply relevant codes, and complete the necessary documentation to support the inspection process. Students do not need to purchase a First Responder Inspector: Principles and Practice textbook, as a digital version is provided within the online modules.

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June 26, 2026 to June 30, 2027, Self-paced Online Training

The First Responder Inspector Seminar Part 2 (Face-to-Face) is the practical portion of a blended learning course that builds on the foundational online training. Students use verbal and written communication to apply inspection skills, including interpreting relevant codes and standards, following inspection procedures, understanding legal responsibilities, and addressing safety and PPE requirements. This seminar ensures participants demonstrate hands-on competency by practicing real-world fire safety inspections, preparing documentation, and engaging in interactive scenarios. Note: All students must first complete the online portion (Part 1) of the training before attending.

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November 3-4, 2026, Lawrence-Douglas County Fire Medical-Jayhawk Room
November 30, 2026 to December 1, 2026, Hays Fire Dept Training Facility

This course provides entry-level emergency responders with foundational knowledge of hazardous materials incidents through a self-paced online learning platform plus one in-person day.

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October 7, 2026 to December 2, 2026, St Francis Emergency Bldg

This course provides entry-level emergency responders with foundational knowledge of hazardous materials incidents.

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This course prepares students for operations-level hazardous materials incident response through self-paced online learning platform and in-person practical skills sessions.

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This course contains no sessions
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This course prepares students for operations-level hazardous materials incident response through classroom delivery and practical skills sessions.

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This course contains no sessions
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This two-day seminar is Part 2 of a blended learning program addressing NFPA 1550, Chapter 5, for Incident Safety Officer certification. Designed for fire officers, company officers, and senior firefighters. IFSAC and Pro Board national certification is available for those who complete Incident Safety Officer Online Part 1, Incident Safety Officer Seminar Part 2, and successfully pass/complete testing requirements.

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November 12-13, 2026, Manhattan Fire Dept
December 1-2, 2026, Coffeyville Fire Dept

Introduction to Rope Rescue Operations is designed to meet the knowledge-based elements of NFPA 1006, 2021 Edition, Chapters 5.1 and 5.2. This course requires approximately 12 hours to complete and includes online quizzes and must be completed before attending Rope Rescue Operations.

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July 1, 2026 to July 31, 2027, Self-paced Online Training

Kansas Fire Chief 101

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Women, have you ever wanted to experience a day in the life of a female first responder?

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This six-week, facilitated online course is Part 1 of a blended learning program addressing NFPA 1020, Chapters 7 and 8, for Live Fire Instructor and Instructor-in-Charge certification. Course dates are determined by host agency request. Note: This course has scheduled start and end dates.

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This two-day face-to-face seminar is Part 2 of a blended learning program addressing NFPA 1020, Chapters 7 and 8, for Live Fire Instructor and Instructor-in-Charge certification. Course locations are determined by host agency request.

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CERTIFICATION EXAM for Rope Rescue Operations, NFPA 1006, 2021 Edition, Chapter 5.1 and 5.2, covering Rope Rescue Awareness and Rope Rescue Operations. Accredited by IFSAC and ProBoard.

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Rope Rescue Operations is a four-day (32 hours) course designed to meet NFPA 1006, 2021 Edition, Chapters 5.1 and 5.2, covering rope rescue awareness and operations levels.

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April 5-9, 2027, Ford Co Fire and EMS

Rope Rescue Technician is a five-day (40 hour) certification course is designed to meet NFPA 1006, 2021 Edition, Chapters 5.3 Rope Rescue Technician level.

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June 21-26, 2027, Big Brutus

This online, self-paced course is designed to educate you about the importance of sleep and how sleepproblems affect the health and well-being of career and volunteer firefighters.

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July 1, 2026 to December 28, 2026, Self-paced Online Training

CERTIFICATION EXAM for Technical Rescuer, Structural Collapse AOT (Awareness-Operations-Technician) - NFPA 2021

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Trench Rescue Operations is a three-day (24 hours) course designed to meet NFPA 1006, 2021 Edition, Chapters 5.1, 12.1 and 12.2, covering rope rescue awareness, trench rescue awareness, and trench rescue operations levels.

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Trench Rescue Operations is a four-day (32-hour) course designed to meet NFPA 1006, 2021 Edition, Chapter 12.3, covering the trench rescue technician level. This class covers the basics of trench rescue for intersecting trenches, trenches to a depth of twenty feet or less, installing supplemental shoring, utilizing spot shoring techniques, stabilizing and lifting a load to free entrapped victims, and coordinating the use of heavy equipment during an incident.

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November 16-20, 2026, Operating Engineers Local 101 Training Center

Vehicle Rescue Refresher is a one-day (8 hours) course designed to refresh the trained technical rescuer over NFPA 1006, Chapter 8 Common Passenger Vehicle Rescue job performance requirements.

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Frontline Leadership for the Volunteer and Combination Fire Officer Course helps to define the role of fire officers, equipping them with a comprehensive skill set that acknowledges traditions in the fire service and recognizes modern challenges.

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Come join us in Salina for the inaugural Kansas Women in Public Safety Symposium. As first responders we need connection, mentorship, and representation.

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This is a comprehensive 6-day course based on the requirements of National Fire Protection Association 1035, Standard on Fire and Life Safety Educator, Public Information Officer, Youth Firesetter Intervention Specialist and Youth Firesetter Program Manager Professional Qualifications.

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February 22-27, 2027, Newton Fire and EMS 3rd St Station