Fire / Rescue / Emergency Management Classes
Emergency Services
Training Center
Brandon Edwards
Director,
Emergency Services Programs
bedwards2@wpcc.edu
(828) 448-6708
Training Programs for
Fire, Rescue & Emergency Management
Western Piedmont Community College routinely offers upgrade and certification training for fire, rescue, and emergency management personnel. The following are some of the specialized training programs that are offered from time to time:
- Area Fire Schools
- Technical Rescuer
- Driver/Operator Training
- Domestic Terrorism
- Firefighter I & II
- Managing Search & Rescue
For more information, or to schedule a class for your department, contact Brandon Edwards Emergency Services, by e-mail or by phone at (828) 448-6708.
The GEER Scholarship
Students in certain WPCC programs (including some Fire/Rescue/Emergency Management classes) may be eligible for tuition assistance through the GEER Scholarship.
Emergency Medical Services Classes
WPCC offers specialized training for EMS and rescue personnel. Check our Emergency Medical Services page for information and calendars of events, including EMT-Basic and Paramedic classes.
Links of Interest
- Fire Rescue Training Calendar 2018
- Statewide Fire Rescue Training Calendar
- Current EMS Training Calendar 2018
- Verification of Training for Live Burn Exercises Form (PDF file, requires the free Adobe Reader)
Upcoming Class Information
Here are details about upcoming special courses by offered.
- No Classes Available
Online Registration for Classes
WPCC’s Emergency Services Training Center encourages participants to register for courses online by the deadlines provided above.
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