Ignite Your Potential
Explore the Northampton Community College Fire/Rescue Department's fire courses. Discover what makes our training unique, who should enroll, and the benefits you'll gain. Join us in Center Valley, Pennsylvania, and become a certified fire professional.
Unmatched Fire Training
Discover what sets Northampton Community College Fire/Rescue Department's fire courses apart. Our programs emphasize hands-on experience, cutting-edge techniques, and instruction from seasoned professionals. We provide the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the fire service.
What to Expect
Our fire courses are designed to challenge and inspire. Students can expect a blend of classroom learning, practical drills, and realistic simulations. Our courses provides an immersive learning environment, preparing students for the demands of real-world firefighting.
Ideal Candidates
Our fire courses welcome individuals from all backgrounds, including aspiring firefighters, current emergency responders, and those seeking to enhance their skills. Whether you're new to the fire service or a seasoned veteran, our courses offer valuable learning opportunities for everyone.
If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact us at 610-332-6434 or email Laurie Bush at lbush@northampton.edu.
Upcoming Courses:
This entry-level course is designed to introduce new firefighters to basic information including an overview of the fire service, fire service history, it’s mission and organization, firefighter safety, personal protective equipment, tools, communications, work areas, and backing apparatus. This is the first of four levels (courses) in the curriculum.
Mondays and Sundays, January 5-12, 2026
Prerequisites: Minimum age: 14 years old at start of course.
This entry-level course is designed to introduce new firefighters to fire ground operation including fire hose, water supply, hose operations, ropes and knots, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA), building construction, and scene lighting. This is the second of four levels (courses) in the curriculum.
Sundays, Mondays and Thursdays, January 19-February 8, 2026
Prerequisites: Introduction to the Fire Service (ELIS), Hazardous Materials Awareness (HMA). Minimum age: 14 years old at start of course.
This entry-level course is designed to introduce new firefighters to fire ground operation including Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA), fire dynamics, fire extinguishers, forcible entry, ladders, and fire streams/hose line advancement. This is the third of four levels (courses) in the curriculum.
Sundays, Mondays and Thursdays, February 9-March 8, 2026
Prerequisites: Fireground Support (ELFG), NIMS 700, ICS 100. Minimum age: 14 years old at start of course.
This entry-level course is designed to introduce new firefighters to interior fire ground operations including air monitoring, Search and Rescue, Firefighter Survival, tactical Ventilation, Interior Hose Streams, Fire Suppression, and Overhaul, Salvage & Property Conservation. This is the fourth of four levels (courses) in the curriculum.
Sundays, Mondays and Thursdays, March 29-May 3, 2026
Prerequisites: Exterior Firefighter (ELEF), Hazardous Materials Operations (HMO). Minimum age: 18 years at start of course.
