Upcoming fire and EMS training gathered by Snohomish County Fire District 5, shared for firefighters and EMS providers from any department. Classes are run by the providers listed. Register with the provider using the flyer or link.
October 2026
Fire Officer II Online Course (October 2026)
Washington State Fire Training Academy
8 days/56 hours. Covers human resource management, affirmative action, government agencies, supervisor/subordinate interactions, budgeting, information management systems, health and safety, fire safety inspection, public fire education, specialized fire protection equipment, organizational communications, strategic planning and tactics. Online registration opens Oct 26, 2026, and payment is due then by credit/debit card through WSU. Prerequisites: HazMat Awareness, HazMat Operations, Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Fire Instructor I and Fire Officer I (IFSAC and/or ProBoard). Required reading: IFSTA Company Officer and Emergency Services, 6th Ed., 1st Printing (not provided).
November 2026
Leadership in Supervision: Shaping the Future
FIRE Tech Academy & Washington State FTA - Regional Direct Delivery
Two-day course for first- and second-level supervisors and Company Officers covering creative problem-solving, continuous improvement, change management, and organizational trends. Bring your own device (BYOD); PDF student manual emailed after registration.
S-215 - Fire Operations in the Wildland-Urban Interface (Morning)
Student of Fire Initiative
NWCG course combining online learning, expert coaching, and field exercises in wildland-urban interface operations. Learn assessment, planning, conducting operations, human factors, structure evaluation, and triage in the WUI. Prerequisite: S-290.
December 2026
Fire Officer II
First-In Responder Technical Academy
IFSAC-certified course for current and aspiring company officers covering budgeting, employee development, discipline, evaluation, motivation, succession planning, communication, and the managing officer's role in training, prevention, investigation, and community outreach. Requires IFSTA Fire and Emergency Services Company Officer, 6th Edition textbook.
ICS-400 Advanced ICS for Command and General Staff
Washington State Emergency Management Division / Snohomish County DEM
Advanced training on Incident Command System (ICS) for personnel in management capacity in Area Command or Multi-Agency Coordination Entity. Covers major incident management challenges, Area Command and Multi-Agency Coordination Systems establishment. Prerequisites: IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, IS-800, and ICS-300.
January 2027
Fire Instructor I Online Course
Washington State Fire Training Academy
Prepares fire service personnel to deliver instruction from a prepared lesson plan, assemble course materials, use instructional aides and evaluation tools, adapt lesson plans, and provide a safe learning environment. 24 days/42 hours. Must be 18. Required reading (not provided): IFSTA Fire and Emergency Service Instructor, 9th Ed.; NFPA 1041, 2019 Ed.
February 2027
Fire Instructor II Online Course
Washington State Fire Training Academy
Intensive instructional methodology program for planning and developing all aspects of course curriculum, including needs analysis, task analysis, goals and objectives, lesson plan development, support materials, and evaluation instruments. 24 days/60 hours. Prerequisite: Fire Instructor I IFSAC/ProBoard certification. Required reading (not provided): IFSTA Fire and Emergency Service Instructor, 9th Ed.; NFPA 1041, 2019 Ed.
NWCG S-131 – Firefighter Type 1
Getchell Fire
Instructor-led course for Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1/Squad Boss) personnel, emphasizing leadership, situational awareness, communication, risk management, and decision-making in wildland fire operations. Bring Incident Response Pocket Guide (IRPG), notebook, pens, agency ID, reference materials, and lunch (not provided).
Emergency Medical Services: Incident Operations
National Fire Academy
Six-day course for EMS personnel, officers and supervisors on ICS and incident command techniques for managing medium to large incidents with multiple casualties. Topics include problem-solving, EMS functions within ICS, resource management, interagency coordination, size-up and strategy, tactics and action plans, EMS company operations, and preincident preparation.
March 2027
Fire Officer I Online Course
Washington State Fire Training Academy
15 days/56 hours. Covers human resources, community/public relations, fire department organization and administration, fire inspection, investigation and public education, and emergency operations and safety. Prerequisites: Hazmat Awareness, Hazmat Operations, Firefighter I and Firefighter II IFSAC/ProBoard certifications. Co-requisite: Fire Instructor I. Required reading is not provided. Payment by credit/debit card through WSU at registration. The page lists the certification testing date (March 5, 2027) before the course dates.
April 2027
Fire Officer II Online Course (April 2027)
Washington State Fire Training Academy
8 days/56 hours. Covers human resource management, affirmative action, government agencies, supervisor/subordinate interactions, budgeting, information management systems, health and safety, fire safety inspection, public fire education, specialized fire protection equipment, organizational communications, strategic planning and tactics. Online registration opens Apr 12, 2027, and payment is due then by credit/debit card through WSU. Prerequisites: HazMat Awareness, HazMat Operations, Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Fire Instructor I and Fire Officer I (IFSAC/ProBoard). Required reading: IFSTA Company Officer and Emergency Services, 6th Ed., 1st Printing (not provided). Lodging is available at $48.03 per person per night, including tax.
Driver/Operator – Pumper
Washington State Fire Training Academy
Five-day course on hydraulics, drafting, apparatus staging, and basic maintenance to effectively operate as a Driver/Operator – Pumper. Bring NFPA-approved firefighter PPE, notebook, writing utensils, and calculator.
May 2027
Rescue Systems 1
Empact International
A 40-hour intermediate technical rescue and urban search and rescue course for firefighters covering rope rescue, structural collapse, rigging, rappelling, subsurface rescue, cribbing, shoring, cutting tools, and specialized ladder use. Meets NFPA 1006 operations level requirements.
June 2027
Fire Officer III Online Course (June 2027)
Washington State Fire Training Academy
25 days/60 hours. Meets NFPA 1021 Fire Officer requirements and prepares officers for chief officer responsibilities. Topics: human resource management, community and government relations, administration, inspections and investigations, emergency service delivery, health and safety, and emergency management. Online registration opens May 31, 2027, and payment is due then by credit/debit card through WSU. Prerequisites: HazMat Awareness, HazMat Operations, Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Fire Instructor I, Fire Officer I and Fire Officer II (IFSAC/ProBoard). Required reading: IFSTA Fire and Emergency Services Company Officer 6th Ed. 1st Printing, IFSTA Chief Officer 4th Ed., NFPA 1021 Chapter 6 (not provided). Lodging is available at $48.03 per person per night, including tax.
July 2027
Fire Instructor I Online Course
Washington State Fire Training Academy
Prepares fire service personnel to deliver instruction from a prepared lesson plan, assemble course materials, use instructional aides and evaluation tools, adapt lesson plans, and provide a safe learning environment. 24 days/42 hours. Must be 18. Required reading (not provided): IFSTA Fire and Emergency Service Instructor, 9th Ed.; NFPA 1041, 2019 Ed.
Driver/Operator – Pumper
Washington State Fire Training Academy
Five-day course on hydraulics, drafting, apparatus staging, and basic maintenance to effectively operate as a Driver/Operator – Pumper. Bring NFPA-approved firefighter PPE, notebook, writing utensils, and calculator.
August 2027
Fire Instructor II Online Course
Washington State Fire Training Academy
Intensive instructional methodology program for planning and developing all aspects of course curriculum, including needs analysis, task analysis, goals and objectives, lesson plan development, support materials, and evaluation instruments. 24 days/60 hours. Prerequisite: Fire Instructor I IFSAC/ProBoard certification. Required reading (not provided): IFSTA Fire and Emergency Service Instructor, 9th Ed.; NFPA 1041, 2019 Ed.
September 2027
Rescue Systems 1
Empact International
A 40-hour intermediate technical rescue and urban search and rescue course covering rope and structural collapse rescue skills. Topics include ropes, knots, rigging, pulley systems, rappelling, belaying, subsurface rescue, cribbing, shoring, cutting tools, ladder techniques, and simulated rescue exercises. Meets NFPA 1006 operations level JPRs.
October 2027
Fire Officer I Online Course
Washington State Fire Training Academy
15 days/56 hours. Covers human resources, community/public relations, fire department organization and administration, fire inspection, investigation and public education, and emergency operations and safety. Prerequisites: Hazmat Awareness, Hazmat Operations, Firefighter I and Firefighter II IFSAC/ProBoard certifications. Co-requisite: Fire Instructor I. Required reading is not provided. Payment by credit/debit card through WSU at registration.
November 2027
Driver/Operator – Pumper
Washington State Fire Training Academy
Five-day course on hydraulics, drafting, apparatus staging, and basic maintenance to effectively operate as a Driver/Operator – Pumper. Bring NFPA-approved firefighter PPE, notebook, writing utensils, and calculator.
Listings can change. Confirm dates, prerequisites and cost with the provider before registering. District 5 members: apply through the Member Portal. Want a class that isn't listed? Email the flyer or link to training@snofire5.org for review.
