2026 Schuylkill County Training Academy Courses
All Students must pre-register for courses. No walk-ins accepted. If the minimum number of students has not been met 10 days before the start date, students will receive email notification of cancellation of the course.
There is no fee for students from member companies of the Schuylkill County Volunteer Firefighters Association.
For Non-member or Out-of-County students there is a fee. Students must bring a check made payable Schuylkill County Volunteer Firefighters Association on the first day of class.
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Exterior Firefighter (Mod 3) 4/7/26 at SCTA
Exterior Firefighter (ELEF)
FSC: 3462 Hours: 40.0 (Lecture: 14.5hrs / Lab: 25.5hrs)
Prerequisites: Age 14 and up, Fire Ground Support, or Bucks Basic Academy, NIMS – 100 & 700
Text Book: IFSTA Essentials of Firefighting 7th Edition
Description: This entry level course is designed to introduce new firefighters to fire ground operation including Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA), fire behavior, building construction, fire extinguishers, forcible entry, ladders, and fire streams/hose line advancement. This is the third of five levels (courses) in the curriculum.
Out of County Cost: $85, please make checks payable to the Schuylkill County Volunteer Firefighters Association on the first day of class.
Instructor: Kevin Sibbett
Dates & Times: 4/7 1800-2200 4/9 1800-2200, 4/11 0800-1600, 4/14 1800-2200, 4/16 1800-2200, 4/19 0800-1600, 4/21 1800-2200, & 4/23 1800-2200
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 3/24/26 at 12:ooPM
Location: Schuylkill County Training Academy, 125 Firemans Rd. Frackville, PA 17931
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE NO SHOW POLICY WILL BE ENFORCED
Hazmat Operations Annual Refresher 4/19/26 at Coaldale
Hazardous Materials Operations Annual Refresher – Identify Potential Hazards & Containers
FSC: 1737 Hours: 6.0 (Lecture: 3.0hrs / Lab: 3.0hrs)
Prerequisites: Age 16 and up, Hazardous Materials Operations
Description: Provide refresher training for first responders that respond to releases or potential releases of hazardous substances as part of the initial response for the purpose of protecting nearby persons, property, and the environment. Personnel are trained to respond in a defensive fashion to contain the release from a safe distance, to keep it from spreading, and to protect exposures. They must understand basic hazard and risk assessment, how to select and use proper personnel protective equipment, basic hazardous materials terms, basic control, containment and/or confinement operations within the capabilities of the resources and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) available, and basic decontamination procedures and termination procedures.
Out of County Cost: $71, please make checks payable to the Schuylkill County Volunteer Firefighters Association on the first day of class.
Instructor: Jesse Zimmerman
Dates & Times: 4/19/26 0800-1400
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4/5/26 at 12:00PM
Location: Coaldale Volunteer Fire Co. 121 W High St. Coaldale, PA 18218
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE NO SHOW POLICY WILL BE ENFORCED
Pump Operations 2 4/21/26 at SCTA
Pump Operations II (PUOA)
FSC: 0421 Hours: 16.0 (Lecture: 8.0hrs / Lab: 8.0hrs)
Prerequisites: Age 18 and up, Pump Operations I
Description: This course is designed to instruct the student in advanced techniques of operating fire pumps. Topics covered include friction loss, relay pumping, master streams, and elevated master streams.
Out of County Cost: $106, please make checks payable to the Schuylkill County Volunteer Firefighters Association on the first day of class.
Instructor: Mike Kitsock
Dates & Times: 4/21/26 1800-2200, 4/23/26 1800-2200, & 4/26/26 0800-1600
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4/7/26 at 12:00PM
Location: Schuylkill County Training Academy, 125 Firemans Rd. Frackville, PA 17931
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE NO SHOW POLICY WILL BE ENFORCED
Solar Panel Awareness for the Fire Service 4/22/26 at SCTA
Solar Panel Awareness for the Fire Service
FSC: 0381 Hours: 4.0 (Lecture: 4.0hrs / Lab: 0.0hrs)
Prerequisites: Age 16 and up
Description: This course is intended for Emergency Responders, as well as, other private or municipal agencies. This course is an awareness level program covering system types, code compliant installations, associated hazards, and safe work practices near solar PV systems. The course will introduce students to solar PV system operations, components, design and recommended practices.
Out of County Cost: $68, please make checks payable to the Schuylkill County Volunteer Firefighters Association on the first day of class.
Instructor: Guy Arndt
Dates & Times: 4/22/26 1800-2200
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4/8/26 at 12:00PM
Location: Schuylkill County Training Academy, 125 Firemans Rd. Frackville, PA 17931
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE NO SHOW POLICY WILL BE ENFORCED
Hazardous Materials Operations 5/4/26 at SCTA
Hazardous Materials Operations (HMO)
FSC: 2472 Hours: 32.0 (Lecture: 20.0hrs / Lab: 12.0hrs)
Prerequisites: Age 16 and up, Hazardous Materials Awareness
Textbook: IFSTA Hazardous Materials for First Responders 6th Edition
Description: The goal of this program is to provide the First Responder with the training needed to comply with NFPA 470 Chapter 5 Competencies for the First Responder at the Operational Level, and 29 CFR 1910.120 OSHA’s Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response, (HAZWOPER), First Responder Operations Level. This program is designed to give the first responder the necessary skills to handle hazardous materials emergencies. After successfully completing this course you would be eligible to take the national certification testing for national certification in Hazardous Materials Operations Level.
Out of County Cost: $95, please make checks payable to the Schuylkill County Volunteer Firefighters Association on the first day of class.
Instructor: Bob McClintock
Dates & Times: 5/4 1800-2200, 5/6 1800-2200, 5/9 0800-1600. 5/11 1800-2200, 5/13 1800-2200, & 5/16 0800-1600
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4/20/26 at 12:00PM
Location: Schuylkill County Training Academy, 125 Firemans Rd. Frackville, PA 17931
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE NO SHOW POLICY WILL BE ENFORCED
Structure Burn Session 5/5/26 at SCTA
Structure Burn Session (SBS)
FSC: 0600 Hours: 16.0 (Lecture: 4.0hrs / Lab: 12.0hrs)
Prerequisites: Age 18 and up, Interior Firefighter, or Bucks Basic Academy, or FF 1
Description: This course will provide the student with a review and application of the techniques used in safe firefighting practices in an actual structural fire environment. Emphasis is placed on safety for both interior and exterior operations.
Out of County Cost: $94, please make checks payable to the Schuylkill County Volunteer Firefighters Association on the first day of class.
Instructor: Kevin Sibbett
Dates & Times: 5/5 1800-2000, 5/7 1800-2200, 5/10 0800-1600
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4/21/26 at 12:00PM
Location: Schuylkill County Training Academy, 125 Firemans Rd. Frackville, PA 17931
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE NO SHOW POLICY WILL BE ENFORCED
Interior Firefighter (Mod 4) 5/21/26 at SCTA
Interior Firefighter (ELIF) With Live Fire
FSC: 3469 (Live Fire) Hours: 48.0 (Lecture: 17.0hrs / Lab: 31.0hrs)
Prerequisites: Age 18 and up or 17 with Act 155, Exterior Firefighter (ELEF), or Bucks Basic Academy, or Firefighter I, and Hazardous Materials Operations
Text Book: IFSTA Essentials of Firefighting 7th Edition
Description: This entry level course is designed to introduce new firefighters to interior fire ground operations including Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA), Search and Rescue Procedures, Firefighter Survival, Ventilation, Utility and Loss Control, Origin and Cause, and Fire Control (Suppression). This is the fourth of five levels (courses) in the curriculum.
Out of County Cost: $85, please make checks payable to the Schuylkill County Volunteer Firefighters Association on the first day of class.
Instructor: Steve Motil
Dates & Times: 5/21 1800-2200, 5/24 0800-1600, 5/28 1800-2200, 5/31 0800-1600, 6/2 1800-2200, 6/4 1800-2200, 6/9 1800-2200, 6/11 1800-2200, & 6/14 0800-1600
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 5/7/26 at 12:ooPM
Location: Schuylkill County Training Academy, 125 Firemans Rd. Frackville, PA 17931
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE NO SHOW POLICY WILL BE ENFORCED
Emergency Services Driver Training (EVDT) 3 Sessions at SCTA
Emergency Services Driver Training (EVDT)
FSC: 0235 Hours: 16.0 (Lecture: 8.0hrs / Lab: 8.0hrs)
Prerequisites: Age 18 and up, Current Driver’s License
Description: This course is suitable for both novice and veteran emergency vehicle operators. This course provides instruction for emergency personnel who may be involved in operating emergency vehicles. Topics included: defensive driving, emergency response, vehicle maintenance, and a driver training obstacle course. Students will be responsible for securing apparatus to drive.
Out of County Cost: $86, please make checks payable to the Schuylkill County Volunteer Firefighters Association on the first day of class.
Instructor: Mike Kitsock/Guy Arndt
Dates & Times:
- 5/12 1800-2200, 5/14 1800-2200, & 5/16 0800-1600
- 7/7 1800-2200, 7/9 1800-2200, & 7/11 0800-1600
- 9/14 1800-2200, 9/17 1800-2200, & 9/19 0800-1600
REGISTRATION DEADLINES:
- 4/28/26 at 12:00PM
- 6/23/26 at 12:00PM
- 8/31/26 at 12:00PM
Location: Schuylkill County Training Academy, 125 Firemans Rd. Frackville, PA 17931
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE NO SHOW POLICY WILL BE ENFORCED
Engine Company Operations at SCTA
Engine Company Operations (ECOP)
FSC: 0205 Hours: 16.0 (Lecture: 4.5hrs / Lab: 11.5hrs)
Prerequisites: Age 18 and up, Interior Firefighter (ELIF), or Bucks Basic Academy, or FF 1
Description: This course provides instruction in the duties and responsibilities of an engine company. Topics include: fire behavior and spread in structures, positioning of apparatus, use of attack and backup lines, search and rescue, and water supply. A series of hands-on drills involving various engine company evolutions follows the classroom discussion.
Out of County Cost: $109, please make checks payable to the Schuylkill County Volunteer Firefighters Association on the first day of class.
Instructor: TBA
Dates & Times: TBA
REGISTRATION DEADLINE:
Location: Schuylkill County Training Academy, 125 Firemans Rd. Frackville, PA 17931
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE NO SHOW POLICY WILL BE ENFORCED
Check back for dates soon!
Tanker Water Supply 7/20/26 at SCTA
Tanker Water Supply (TAWS)
FSC: 0415 Hours: 16.0 (Lecture: 12.0hrs / Lab: 4.0hrs)
Prerequisites: Age 16 and up
Description: This course will provide instruction for supplying the fire ground with water from tank trucks as the main source of water. Topics covered include tanker construction, water supply sources and set up, water flow requirements, tanker shuttle systems, and safe and efficient operations.
Out of County Cost: $95, please make checks payable to the Schuylkill County Volunteer Firefighters Association on the first day of class.
Instructor: Mike Kitsock/Guy Arndt
Dates & Times: 7/20 1800-2200, 7/22 1800-2200, & 7/25 0800-1600
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 7/6/26 at 12:00PM
Location: Schuylkill County Training Academy, 125 Firemans Rd. Frackville, PA 17931
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE NO SHOW POLICY WILL BE ENFORCED
Firefighter 1 Skills Enhancement 8/3/26 at SCTA
Firefighter I Skills Enhancement (FCIP)
FSC: 0139 Hours: 32.0 (Lecture: 14.0hrs / Lab: 18.0hrs)
Prerequisites: Age 18 and up, Interior Firefighter, or Bucks Basic Academy, or Structure Burn Session
Description: This course is designed to refresh and reinforce the basic knowledge and skills required by any fire fighter who wishes to work efficiently, effectively and safely as part of a team on the fire ground.
Out of County Cost: $92, please make checks payable to the Schuylkill County Volunteer Firefighters Association on the first day of class.
Instructor: Clint Herr
Dates & Times: 8/3 1800-2200, 8/5 1800-2200, 8/8 0800-1600, 8/10 1800-2200, 8/12 1800-2200, & 8/16 0800-1600
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 7/20/26 at 12:00PM
Location: Schuylkill County Training Academy, 125 Firemans Rd. Frackville, PA 17931
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE NO SHOW POLICY WILL BE ENFORCED
Truck Company Operations 1 10/5/26 at SCTA
Truck Company Operations I (TRCO)
FSC: 0209 Hours: 16.0 (Lecture: 12.0hrs / Lab: 4.0hrs)
Prerequisites: Age 18 and up, Interior Firefighter, or Bucks Basic Fire Academy, or FF 1
Description: This course will introduce the student to the basic duties of a truck company including hand and power tool operation, search and rescue, and ventilation. Truck Company support to the Engine Company is also covered.
Out of County Cost: $90, please make checks payable to the Schuylkill County Volunteer Firefighters Association on the first day of class.
Instructor: Clint Herr
Dates & Times: 10/5/26 1800-2200, 10/7/26 1800-2200, & 10/11/26 0800-1600
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 7/6/26 at 12:00PM
Location: Schuylkill County Training Academy, 125 Firemans Rd. Frackville, PA 17931
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE NO SHOW POLICY WILL BE ENFORCED
Fire Ground Support *New Curriculum*
Fire Ground Support, the new entry level class beginning on July 1st, will be offered this fall.
Check back soon for more details!
Firefighter 1 *New Curriculum*
Firefighter 1, the second class in the new curriculum, will be offered this fall.
Check back soon for more details!
Minimum Student Ages will be enforced. For 16 years old, your birthday must be on/before the start date of the class in 2010. For 18 years old, your birthday must be on/before the start date of the class in 2008. For example if the class start date is July 1, your birthday would be 7/1/2010, 7/1/2008 or before.
If you are trying to register for a class and the class is full, you can fill out the waitlist form by clicking on the link below. The waitlist form does not gaurantee you a spot in the class, but if a spot opens up you will be contacted.