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MOD 1 – INTRO TO THE FIRE SERVICE (ELIS)

February 24, 2026 @ 6:30 pm - 10:30 pm EST

|This is a multi-day course (See all days in course)

One event on February 26, 2026 at 6:30 pm

One event on February 28, 2026 at 8:00 am

Course #

26-ELIS-1

Course Length

16 Hrs

Lead Instructor(s)

Carl Seltzer

Course Cost

  • In-County: $210
  • Out of County: $250

Course Goal

To equip entry level firefighters with basic knowledge, skills, and abilities to begin their fire service career.

Course Description

This entry level course is designed to introduce new firefighters to basic information including an overview of the fire service, fire service organization, firefighter safety, personal protective equipment and terrorism awareness. This is the first of four courses in the curriculum.

NOTE:  We are only able to accept 24 participants for this class. Spots are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. To secure your place, please complete the online registration and you will receive a confirmation email from the Training Committee if your application has been filled out properly, with a student signature and an officer signature.

Prerequisites

  • Minimum age: 14 years as of first day of class.

Student Equipment / Supply Needs

  • Pen/Pencil
  • Notebook
  • Student Manual is provided in class
  • Firefighter’s Handbook (must remain in possession of the student throughout the entire course)
  • Supported reference material and skill book (Must remain in possession of student at the end of the program)
  • Helmet, gloves, turnout coat, turnout pants, boots, protective hood, and protective eyewear (safety glasses or goggles)
  • The course cost includes the required text book and skills book required for the program which will be given to the student on the first day of class.

Details

Date:
February 24, 2026
Time:
6:30 pm - 10:30 pm
EST
Event Category:
Students Registered:
154/30
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Venue

Berks County Fire Training Site
895 Morgantown Rd
Reading, PA 19607 United States
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Phone:
610-378-5509
Website:
http://www.berkscountyfiretraining.org