BC3 Fire Training Academy - Open Enrollment Classes
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Questions? Contact:
BC3 Fire Training
Kevin Smith
Coordinator of Fire/HazMat Training Programs
724.287.8711 x8354
kevin.smith@bc3.edu
Jason Bragunier
Certification Specialist
724.287.8711 x8352
jason.bragunier@bc3.edu
Marcie Schnur
Public Safety Secretary
724.287.8711 x8396
marcie.schnur@bc3.edu
BC3 Fire Training Academy - Open Enrollment Classes
Find the training you need. Open enrollment classes for fire and hazmat training.
How to Register for Classes:
There are three registration options:
- Register Online for Fire Training and Hazmat Training.
- Download, fill out and email the Student Registration Form (PDF) to marcie.schnur@bc3.edu
- Contact Marcie Schnur, email: marcie.schnur@bc3.edu or phone: (724)287-8711 Ext. 8396
Open Enrollment for Fire/Hazmat & Rescue Classes and Certification
Weekdays from 6:30 PM to 10:30 PM
Weekends from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Entry-Level Firefighter Program
Instructors: Thompson, Mack, and staff
For class schedule and materials, email Kevin Smith at kevin.smith@bc3.edu
Cranberry PSTC Schedule (Limited to 30 Students)
| Course Name | Date(s) | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| EL-26 Fireground Support (ELFS) (48 Hours) | Feb. 2, 4, 7, 9, 11, 14, 15, 16, 21 | $200 |
| Traffic Incident Management (TIMs)(4 Hours) | Feb. 7 | $20 |
| Hazmat Awareness (HMA-24)(6 Hours) | Feb. 8 | $30 |
| EL-26 Firefighter I Training (ELFF1) (88 Hours) | Mar. 16, 18, 21, 22, 23, 25, 28, 29, 30 & Apr. 1, 6, 8, 12, 13, 18 | $300 |
| Hazmat Operation (HMO-24) (32 Hours) | Apr. 20, 22, 27, 29 & May 2, 3 | $125 |
Other entry-level classes being run in the area:
- Rockey Grove VFD starting Jan. 5
- Beaver County starting Jan. 5
- Saxonburg VFC starting Jan. 7
- Starbrick VFD starting Jan. 8
- Brookville VFD starting Jan. 10
Open Enrollment Fire/Hazmat & Rescue Classes
| Course Name | Location | Date | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intro to Fire Officership (INFO)(16 Hours) | BC3 PSTF | Jan. 10 & 11 | $75 |
| Incident Safety Officer (ISO)(16 Hours) | BC3 PSTF | Jan. 24 & 25 | $75 |
| Firefighter II Prep Class (12 Hours) | BC3 PSTF | Feb. 12, Mar, 12 & Apr. 23 | $50 |
*For a list of current classes and certifications, see the Fire Academy Training Schedule here.
Proboard & IFSAC Certifications
View the Fire Certification Testing page for upcoming dates and information on how to register.
View a list of all counties with training.
View EMS & CPR training classes offered at BC3
Instructor Resources
For class materials and documents, email Kevin Smith at kevin.smith@bc3.edu
Additional Fire, Rescue, & Hazmat Resources
- Butler County Fire Chiefs Association
- Emergency Management Institute
- FEMA
- Find Online Public Administration Degrees
- Fire Chiefs Magazine
- Fire Engineering Magazine
- Firefighter Close Calls
- Firehouse Magazine
- Guide to Earning Your Fire Science Degree Online
- IAFF Firefighters
- National Volunteer Fire Council
- National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
- Office of the State Fire Commissioner
- PA State Fire Academy
- PA Certification - Pro-Board/IFSAC
- Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission
- Review of the Online MPA Program
- United States Fire Administration – NFA
- What Can You Do With a Degree in Fire Science?
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