Texas Annual Fire Training School

This course introduces you to strategy and tactics in a leadership role and examines how to implement them at the Emergency Response Team Leader level. The course activities place emphasis on a higher level of tactical decision-making necessary to safely operate effectively and efficiently with available resources. Emphasis is placed on building high-performance teams, reading fire ground factors, using master streams to minimize personnel exposures, and increasing operational efficiencies on the firefighting scene. The course includes hands-on and practical exercises using various firefighting projects. Show less

Advanced Bulk Storage Response is a hands-on course designed to provide emergency responders with the skills and knowledge to mitigate a flammable liquid fire involving bulk storage. This four-day course (32 hours) is designed to expand the knowledge and skills for emergency responders, tank farm operators, and bulk-storage and containers facility supervisors/managers when responding to and successfully mitigating large atmospheric storage-tank emergencies.  The course will combine classroom lecture and small group activities with field observation and hands-on skill practice, utilizing live-fire simulations of bulk-storage emergencies.  The course will conclude with a capstone live-fire field response to the largest atmospheric storage tank fire prop in North America.  Show less

This is a comprehensive course aimed at personnel (emergency responders, plant fire brigades, incident commanders, hazardous materials (HazMat), and propane transport companies) who may be responsible for safe handling of Liquid Petroleum Gas (LPG) emergencies, including gas dispersion. You will learn how to handle and control live unconfined flammable gas releases using a live project that incorporates sprinkler system and deluge capabilities to control vapor releases and fire. This course satisfies all the requirements of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 29 CFR 1910.120, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 472, and BTP-951 compressed gas emergencies. Show less

This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills to operate fire apparatus, with emphasis on industrial apparatus and related systems. Special emphasis is placed on pump operations using drafting and industrial water systems,ending the week with relay pumping. This course is targeted toward new pump operators, as well as those with limited experience. Show less

This course will provide experienced apparatus operators with the knowledge and skills to operate fire apparatus through a combination of classroom and hands-on training exercises. You will learn advanced techniques related to the operation of mobile industrial fire apparatus, including pumpers and trailer-mounted pumps. Special emphasis is placed on hydraulics and pump operations targeting large-volume flow rates and related foam flow logistics.This class is intended for personnel who have experience in pumping fire apparatus and are looking to learn advanced skills. Show less

This course provides training for industrial fire service personnel who require advanced application of the Incident Command System (ICS). This course uses the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Command and General Staff Functions for Local Incident Management Team curriculum. This course meets the requirements for ICS-300 and ICS-400.The curriculum for CGSFLIMT contains at least one National Fire Academy course. On the first day, you will be given directions to register with NFA for the class. You must have a FEMA  Student Identification (SID) to register. If you do not have a FEMA SID or forgot your FEMA SID go to https://cdp.dhs.gov/FEMASID .  Show less

Advanced Technical Rescue Solutions is a course designed to provide a “beyond Pro Board” rescue experience using realistic timed scenarios to challenge our participants. The “Golden Hour” is the benchmark in first response and being “On the Clock” not only adds to the realism but places a premium on teamwork to complete rescues in challenging environments. The reality on the ground is, we never have enough people and wish we had more equipment. This course will teach you to do more with less, without sacrificing safety or effectiveness. Come prepared to put your prerequisites to work, very little time will be spent in the classroom.The course delivery methodology consists of lecture with PowerPoint presentations, demonstrations, participant discussions, scenarios, hands-on construction and operation of rope rescue systems in industrial confined spaces as well as performance-based application exercises. Show less

Descripción Este curso se ha creado para cumplir con los objetivos de la Norma Exterior NFPA 1081 para Brigada de Incendio Industrial. Esta capacitación inculcará en los nuevos integrantes de la brigada y el personal de emergencia de planta una base sólida de conocimientos y destrezas que les servirán en casos de emergencias con incendio en instalaciones industriales. Los objetivos se logran mediante un programa combinado de presentaciones en aula y ejercicios prácticos. Los alumnos desarrollarán la confianza personal necesaria para enfrentar a toda una serie de emergencias. Este curso no ofrece la certificación de la NPQB (Pro Board). Show less

This course meets or exceeds the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1072 Hazardous Materials / WMD Emergency Response Personnel Professional Qualifications  Chapter 8, “Incident Commander” and Code of Federal Regulations 29 CFR 1910.120 (q)(6)(v) for Incident Command-level personnel. Upon completion of this course you are eligible to take the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) written exam and skills testing. Show less

This course meets or exceeds the qualifications for National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1072 Hazardous Materials / WMD Emergency Response Personnel Professional Qualifications Chapter 7, “Hazardous Materials Technician,” and Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 1910.120 (q)(6)(iii) for Technician-level personnel. Upon completion of this course you are eligible to take the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) written exam and skills testing. Show less

Upon the successful completion of this course, participants will be better prepared to successfully lead the tactical incident response during, both, the initial and expanding response phases of an industrial emergency.  This course addresses the strategic and tactical response issues required to safely manage an expanding industrial incident..Course delivery consists of small-group discussions, large-group discussions, and interactive group activities utilizing virtual reality simulation. Show less

The NFPA 1521 Incident Safety Officer non-certification course provides participants with a solid foundation and knowledge to identify and analyze safety concerns and to communicate recommended solutions to the command authority. The class focuses on industrial emergency scene operations using the Incident Command System (ICS). You will gain confidence in your ability to handle a variety of emergency situations through classroom exercises, including building an incident safety plan. Show less

This course will provide your new brigade members, as well as existing emergency response personnel with a solid foundation of knowledge and skills that may be used to safely resolve emergencies involving exterior fire at an industrial facility. All of this is accomplished through a combination of classroom presentations and field exercises.This course is designed to meet the objectives outlined in the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1081 Standard for Industrial Fire Brigade Member Professional Qualifications Chapters 5 “Incipient” and 6 “Exterior”. Upon completion of this course you are eligible to take the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) written exam and skills testing. Show less

This course will provide your new brigade members, as well as existing emergency response personnel with a solid foundation of knowledge and skills that may be used to safely resolve emergencies involving interior fire at an industrial facility. All of this is accomplished through a combination of classroom presentations and field exercises.This course is designed to meet the objectives outlined in the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1081 Standard for Industrial Fire Brigade Member Professional Qualifications Chapters 5 “Incipient” and 7 “Interior”. Upon completion of this course you are eligible to take the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) written exam and skills testing. Show less

The Fire Brigade Leadership course utilizes classroom discussion and tabletop exercises to provide you with a solid foundation to manage emergency response at an industrial incident. The course defines leadership roles and characteristics, provides basic reference knowledge to frequently used standards and regulations, and managing resources at an incident scene. Upon completion of this course you are eligible to take the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) written exam and skills testing. Show less

This course is designed to meet the needs of entry-level fire and emergency service instructors by meeting or exceeding the job performance requirements in National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1041, Standard for Fire Service Instructor Professional Qualifications, Chapter 4 “Fire Instructor I”. Upon completion of this course you are eligible to take the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) written exam and skills testing.  Participants that receive a Pro Board certification are eligible for certification through Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) through reciprocity. In addition, participants can apply for certification through State Firefighters’ and Fire Marshals’ Association (SFFMA).Pricing Information: Employees or members of a Fire Department or Agency that is a political subdivision of, or component thereof, the State of Texas are eligible to receive tuition credit from TEEX based on subsidized funding from the State of Texas for this class. Cost: $420 per student for Texas Firefighters, departments or agencies Standard Cost: $840.00 per student Non-Texas Municipal or State FirefighterRegistration Information: For regional open enrollment classes, a minimum of 15 students must be registered no less than 21 days prior to the start date of class. If the minimum enrollment requirement is not met, the class will be cancelled.  Show less

This course is designed to meet the needs of the intermediate-level fire instructor by meeting or exceeding the job performance requirements in National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1041, Standard for Fire Service Instructor Professional Qualifications, Chapter 5 “Fire Instructor II”. The Fire Instructor II course is designed around classroom lectures and exercises.Upon completion of this course you are eligible to take the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) written exam and skills testing. Participants that receive a Pro Board certification are eligible for certification through Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) through reciprocity. In addition, participants can apply for certification through State Firefighters’ and Fire Marshals’ Association (SFFMA).Pricing Information: Employees or members of a Fire Department or Agency that is a political subdivision of, or component thereof, the State of Texas are eligible to receive tuition credit from TEEX based on subsidized funding from the State of Texas for this class. Cost: $420.00 per student for Texas Firefighters, departments or agencies Standard Cost: $840.00 per student Non-Texas Municipal or State FirefighterRegistration Information: For regional open enrollment classes, a minimum of 15 students must be registered no less than 21 days prior to the start date of class. If the minimum enrollment requirement is not met, the class will be cancelled.  Show less

This course is designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge required for certification to Chapter 7.  The course also covers valuable information about Confined-Space entry related to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), NFPA, and American National Standards Institute (ANSI) standards and compliance issues.  The curriculum meets and exceeds requirements for rescue training in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.146 “Permit Required Confined Spaces for General Industry.”Upon completion of this course, you are eligible to take the National Board of Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro-Board) written exam and skills testing. Show less

This course is designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge required to perform basic rope rescue operations utilizing appropriate equipment, methodologies, protocols, and patient and resource management techniques.The course covers Chapters “5.1 Awareness Level” and “5.2 Operations Level” general requirements of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1006, Standard For Technical Rescuer Professional Qualifications (2021 Edition).Upon completion of this course, you are eligible to take the National Board of Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) written exam and skills testing. Show less

https://www.youtube.com/embed/jLUo-fyKuYEThis course is designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge required to receive certification for Chapter “5.3 Technician Level” as described in the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1006, Standard for Technical Rescuer Professional Qualifications (2021 Edition).Upon completion of this course, you are eligible to take the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) written exam and skills testing. Show less

This course is designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge required for certification to Chapter 12, “Trench Rescue,” as described in National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1006, Standard for Technical Rescuer Professional Qualifications (2021 edition).Upon completion of this course, you are eligible to take the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) written exam and skills testing. Show less

This course will provide the participant / responder with the knowledge, skills and abilities required to fulfill the most essential duties of a Public Safety Telecommunicator in a modern Communications Center. While the participant may find that the exercises, knowledge and information this course provides are different from both personal experience and agency requirement, this course is designed to provide the widest understanding and the most information to the student about the general principles and requirements for the Public Safety Telecommunicator. Show less

This course, Firefighter Training, S-130 and Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior, S-190, are required training for all personnel prior to certification as a Firefighter (FFT2) under the Wildland Fire Qualification System Guide (PMS) 310-1. This entry-level course for all new firefighters can also be used as a refresher course for returning firefighters. The purpose of this course is to train new firefighters in basic firefighting skills. Firefighters who successfully complete this course and the Work Capacity Test are qualified to suppress wildland fires while under close supervision. Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior, S-190 is a six- to eight-hour course designed to meet the training needs of a Firefighter Type 2 (FFT2) on an incident as outlined in the Wildland Fire Qualification System Guide, PMS 310-1, and the Position Task Book (PTB) developed for the position. The Wildland Fire Qualification System Guide (PMS) 310-1 provides guidance and a national wildfire standard for establishing minimum training, skills, knowledge, experience, and physical fitness requirements for the participating agencies of the National Wildfire Cooperating Group (NWCG). This course allows instructors to utilize the most recent Incident Response Pocket Guide (IRPG). Show less

This course covers topics necessary to work as a Public Information Officer (PIO), such as: ethics legal issues policies the media scene management news conferences As part of the course, you will present information on camera about a simulated incident, prepare written press releases, and learn how to prepare for news-media interviews. Show less

This course teaches the skills needed to safely and efficiently perform rescues involving agricultural machinery. The class focuses on classifications of agricultural equipment, common injuries and accidents, and patient stabilization and extrication.

This course is a basic extrication course. It introduces the proper methods of safely extricating patients from automobiles that have been involved in various types of accidents. This course is a combination of classroom sessions and field exercises.  Successful completion of this course will make you eligible for certification to Vehicle Rescue Technician I through the State Firefighters’ and Fire Marshals’ Association (SFFMA). You must participate in all operations to receive certification credit for this course. Show less

The Strategy & Tactics Unique to Firefighting course is designed for the first arriving officers at the scene of a fire or other emergency incident.  The course’s intent is to develop a STREET SMART FIRE OFFICER. Whether a newly appointed volunteer officer or a career firefighter seeking to become a company officer, this course can help the participant become a more confident officer. Participants will receive a certificate that can be applied to SFFMA Master Level or utilized as Continuing Ed for TCFP Firefighting Certification.The curriculum for STUFF contains at least one National Fire Academy course. On the first day, you will be given directions to register with NFA for the class. You must have a FEMA  Student Identification (SID) to register. If you do not have a FEMA SID or forgot your FEMA SID go to https://cdp.dhs.gov/FEMASID .  Show less

This course will provide the knowledge and skills to perform routine maintenance and basic repair to fire service pumps and vehicles. You will rebuild and test pumps during this course. All apparatus and parts will be furnished by the Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX).

This advanced firefighting course is a combination of problem-solving classroom discussion and intensive hands-on firefighting evolutions to teach participants how to confine, control, and extinguish fires encountered in both urban and rural municipal settings.  Tactical discussions and field operation exercises address response considerations and progressive techniques for unique low frequency, high risk firefighting scenarios (e.g., fires involving compressed gases, flammable liquids, below grade, pipeline, aircraft, and rail emergencies). Show less

Advanced Engine Company Operations is a dynamic 24-hour course tailored for engine company members operating on the fireground. This fast-paced program integrates modern techniques supported by research from UL and NIST.Participants will receive instruction at multiple levels, including a focus on enhanced nozzle techniques, decision-making both outside and inside the fire environment, and driver-operator training conducted directly on the fireground under instructor supervision.Building upon the foundational skills covered in Firefighting I and Firefighting II, this course adapts to the participants’ knowledge level, ensuring a personalized learning experience. By the course’s conclusion, participants will have refined their abilities to operate effectively on the fireground.The course structure comprises approximately 8 hours of lecture and 16 hours dedicated to practical skills training and live burns. Course Schedule: Sunday (1-5 PM)Monday – Wednesday ( 7am – 5 PM)  Show less

This two-day course is tailored for experienced pump operators. It will be fast-paced, introducing challenging problems to enhance troubleshooting skills and ensure safer, more efficient operations. Our Guest Instructors have planned an extended first day, followed by an 8-hour session on the second day. If you wish to bring your own apparatus, please contact the Annual Schools office. TEEX has specific requirements for any trucks brought to the fire field. Show less

Advanced Tactics & Leadership – Bulk Storage is a hands-on course designed to provide emergency responders with the skills and knowledge to mitigate a flammable liquid fire involving bulk storage. This five-day course is designed to expand the knowledge and skills for structural firefighters to effectively manage flammable liquid fires involving bulk storage. Through a blend of classroom lectures, small group activities, and field observations, participants will delve into the intricacies of bulk storage emergency response. Ample hands-on skill practice will be provided, including immersive live-fire simulations tailored to replicate bulk storage emergencies realistically. The course will conclude with a capstone live-fire response to the largest atmospheric storage tank fire prop in North America. Show less

This course is designed to challenge your skills as a fire department-based technical rescuer. Through a series of scenarios, you will confront challenges across various technical rescue disciplines alongside fellow firefighters who share similar expertise. Operating as a cohesive unit with minimal instructor intervention, you will execute scenarios employing a variety of rescue skills and tactics collectively determined by the team. Success in each scenario will not hinge on a single approach but rather on the collective knowledge, skills, and teamwork of the participants. Show less

This course is designed to provide the knowledge to get you started in the American fire service. It is the first of several courses that cover the objectives set forth in NFPA 1001 (2019 edition) for Firefighter Level I. This online component is to be completed by using a computer, textbook, and online supplemental material. It consists of reading assignments, online knowledge-building activities, videos, chapter quizzes and tests. The online lecture portion for Firefighter I may be completed at your own pace for up to 12 weeks. Time starts when registration is complete; NOT when you first log-in to the course. Access to the course is through your TEEX Student Portal account.  Materials for ASP601 corresponds to the 7th Edition of IFSTA’s Essentials of Firefighting; chapters 1 – 15. The online component is just the beginning. There are many skills which must be mastered in order to complete your firefighter level I training.Firefighter Level I skills have been divided into two associated courses. Each skills course is a week of face-to-face hands-on field-application training. You will put your online learning into practice by participating in field exercises and scenarios. See ASP602 and ASP603 for more information on Firefighter I skills.Once you complete this course and receive training in all associated skills, you may be eligible for certification. Please check with the fire certification agency in your area to learn what qualifications are required. This course is not a Pro Board certification and cannot be converted to Pro Board. It also does not directly lead to TCFP certification. Show less

This is the first of two skills courses which must be mastered in order to complete your Firefighter Level I training. It is comprised of the skills which are the live-fire prerequisites as outlined by NFPA 1403. These skills must be completed prior to a participant going into an interior live-fire training scenario. The materials for ASP602 corresponds to the skill sheets found in the 7th Edition of IFSTA’s Essentials of Firefighting, chapter 1- 15. Please bring your textbook to the skills sessions. If you are already a member of a fire department, many if not all of these skills may be completed at your home department. Training must be well documented and approved by a certified instructor / certification coordinator. Whether you choose to complete the skills at your home department or with us at the Brayton Fire Training Field, you will be ready to experience live-fire training for the first time.Once you complete this course and receive training in the remainder of Firefighter Level I skills, you may be eligible for certification. Please check with the fire certification agency in your area to learn what qualifications are required.This course is not a Pro Board certification and cannot be converted to Pro Board. It also does not directly lead to IFSAC or TCFP certification. Show less

After completion of the online lecture portion of Firefighter Level 1 (ASP601), there are two weeks of face-to-face skills training which must be completed. This is the second of the two skills courses. It is comprised of the remaining Firefighter Level I skills beyond the live-fire prerequisite. The materials for ASP603 corresponds to the skill sheets found in the 7th Edition of IFSTA’s Essentials of Firefighting. Please bring your textbook to the skills sessions.Once you complete this course, you may be eligible for certification. Please check with the fire certification agency in your area to learn what qualifications are required.If you are already a member of a fire department and you have completed the live-fire prerequisite objectives, you may skip ASP602 and with proper documentation, enroll directly into ASP603.  Training must be well documented and approved by a certified instructor / certification coordinator.This course is not a Pro Board certification and cannot be converted to Pro Board. It also does not directly lead to IFSAC or TCFP certification. Show less

After completion of the online lecture portion of Firefighter Level II (ASP604), there is a week of face-to-face skills training that must be completed. This course is comprised of all Firefighter Level II skills. The materials for ASP605 correspond to the skill sheets found in the 7th Edition of IFSTA’s Essentials of Firefighting, chapters 16 – 22. Please bring your textbook to the skills session. You may be eligible for certification once you complete this course and receive training in the remainder of Firefighter Level II skills. Please check with the fire certification agency in your area to learn what qualifications are required.This course is not a Pro Board certification and cannot be converted to Pro Board. It also does not directly lead to IFSAC or TCFP certification. Show less

Fundamentals of Rural Firefighting is a five-day course designed to equip participants with essential knowledge and hands-on experience in rural firefighting operations. Throughout the course, participants will engage in live fire scenarios to develop critical decision-making skills in dynamic environments. They will learn how to assess fire scenes, establish an Incident Command System, and create an effective Incident Action Plan while evaluating risks in real-time.Additionally, the course covers strategies for managing fire behavior, deploying hose lines efficiently, and responding to vehicle fires and bulk transport incidents. Participants will also practice search and rescue techniques, use thermal imaging cameras (TICs), and explore electric vehicle (EV) fire response. Upon completion, participants can apply the objectives learned toward certifications with the State Firefighters’ and Fire Marshals’ Association of Texas (SFFMA). Show less

The TEEX Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Program is based on the National Standard Curriculum core competencies and meets or exceeds minimum hours and content established by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS). The Emergency Medical Responder course is an 80-hour blended course, with 44 hours of self-paced online didactic instruction that follows a lesson plan with weekly lecture and activity assignments the student completes using a home computer, textbook, and online supplemental material. The face-to-face portion is 36 hours of hands-on psychomotor skills instruction and written testing. The online portion must be completed prior to coming to the face-to-face portion. Students successfully completing the EMR course are eligible for National Registry Cognitive Exam testing and certification through the Texas Department of State Health and Human Services (TDSHS) as an Emergency Medical Responder.If you are registering during Annual Schools, please read the important information below in the Other Information section.  Show less

This course is designed for the first-line company officer/supervisor and satisfies the requirements of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1021 Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications, Chapter four “Fire Officer I”. It is designed around classroom lectures and group exercises to improve your abilities to manage a single fire company. This includes responsibilities such as the development of an Incident Action Plan (IAP), personnel management and mentoring, and community relations. Upon completion of this course you are eligible to take the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) written exam and skills testing. Participants that receive a Pro Board certification are eligible for certification through Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) through reciprocity. In addition, participants can apply for certification through State Firefighter’s and Fire Marshals’ Association (SFFMA).Pricing Information: Employees or members of a Fire Department or Agency that is a political subdivision of, or component thereof, the State of Texas are eligible to receive tuition credit from TEEX based on subsidized funding from the State of Texas for this class. Cost: $460.00 per student for Texas Firefighters, departments or agencies Standard Cost: $920.00 per student for Non-Texas Municipal or State FirefighterRegistration Information: For regional open enrollment classes, a minimum of 15 students must be registered no less than 21 days prior to the start date of class. If the minimum enrollment requirement is not met, the class will be cancelled.  Show less

This course is designed to meet the needs of the mid-level officer/supervisor and satisfies the requirements of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1021 Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications, Chapter five “Fire Officer II.”  It is designed around classroom lectures and group interactive exercises to improve your abilities to manage multiple fire companies. This includes responsibilities such as strategic planning and operations, personnel development, and organizational communications.Upon completion of this course you are eligible to take the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) written exam and skills testing.  Participants that receive a Pro Board certification are eligible for certification through Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) through reciprocity. In addition, participants can apply for certification through State Firefighters’ and Fire Marshals’ Association (SFFMA).Pricing Information: Employees or members of a Fire Department or Agency that is a political subdivision of, or component thereof, the State of Texas are eligible to receive tuition credit from TEEX based on subsidized funding from the State of Texas for this class. Cost: $460.00 per student for Texas Firefighters, departments or agencies Standard Cost: $920.00 per student for Non-Texas Municipal or State FirefighterRegistration Information: For regional open enrollment classes, a minimum of 15 students must be registered no less than 21 days prior to the start date of class. If the minimum enrollment requirement is not met, the class will be cancelled.  Show less

This course meets NFPA 1521, Standard for Fire Department Safety Officer Professional Qualifications, Chapter five “Incident Safety Officer.” Upon completion of this course you are eligible to schedule the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) exam, should you meet the TCFP requirements. Participants are also eligible to apply for certification through State Firefighters’ and Fire Marshals’ Association (SFFMA).This course does NOT offer Pro Board certification.Pricing Information: Employees or members of a Fire Department or Agency that is a political subdivision of, or component thereof, the State of Texas are eligible to receive tuition credit from TEEX based on subsidized funding from the State of Texas for this class. Cost: $400.00/student for Texas Firefighters, departments or agencies Standard Cost: $800.00 per student Non-Texas Municipal or State Firefighter Show less

This course utilizes both classroom lecture and field exercises to meet or exceed the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1072 Hazardous Materials / WMD Emergency Response Personnel Professional Qualifications Chapter 4, “Awareness”, Chapter 5, “Operations”, Chapter 6.2, “Personal Protective Equipment,” and Chapter 6.6 “Product Control” and Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 1910.120 (q)(6)(i)(ii) for Awareness and Operations-level personnel. Upon completion of this course you are eligible to take the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) written exam and skills testing. Show less

This course is designed for the individual conducting fire inspections, life safety surveys/inspection, and fire code enforcement for single occupancy. The Fire Inspection I course satisfies the requirements of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1031 Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Inspector and Plans Examiner, Chapter 4 “Fire Inspector I”. It is designed around classroom lectures and individual activities to provide the student the needed skills and knowledge to conduct single occupancy fire inspections.This course does require the completion of pre-course work that will be provided to you once you register for the class. On the first day of class you are required to obtain a passing grade on pre-course work test in order to remain the course.Upon completion of this course you are eligible to schedule the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) exam, should you meet the TCFP requirements. Participants are also eligible to apply for certification through State Firefighters’ and Fire Marshals’ Association (SFFMA).This course does NOT offer Pro Board certification.Pricing Information: Employees or members of a Fire Department or Agency that is a political subdivision of, or component thereof, the State of Texas are eligible to receive tuition credit from TEEX based on subsidized funding from the State of Texas for this class. Cost: $500.00/student for Texas Firefighters, departments or agencies Standard Cost: $1,000.00/student  Show less

This course is designed for the individual conducting fire inspections, life safety surveys/inspection, and fire code enforcement for multi-occupancy structures. The Fire Inspector II course satisfies the requirements of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1031 Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Inspector and Plans Examiner, Chapter 5 “Fire Inspector II.” It is designed around classroom lectures and individual activities to provide the student the needed skills and knowledge to conduct multiple occupancy fire inspections.This course does require the completion of pre-course work that will be provided to you once you register for the class. On the first day of class you are required to obtain a passing grade on pre-course work test in order to remain the course.Upon completion of this course you are eligible to schedule the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) exam, should you meet the TCFP requirements. Participants are also eligible to apply for certification through State Firefighters’ and Fire Marshals’ Association (SFFMA).This course does NOT offer Pro Board certification.Pricing Information: Employees or members of a Fire Department or Agency that is a political subdivision of, or component thereof, the State of Texas are eligible to receive tuition credit from TEEX based on subsidized funding from the State of Texas for this class. Cost: $500.00/student for Texas Firefighters, departments or agencies Standard Cost: $1,000.00/student  Show less

This course is designed to meet the needs of entry-level fire and emergency service instructors by meeting or exceeding the job performance requirements in National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1041, Standard for Fire Service Instructor Professional Qualifications, Chapter 4 “Fire Instructor I”. Upon completion of this course you are eligible to take the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) written exam and skills testing.  Participants that receive a Pro Board certification are eligible for certification through Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) through reciprocity. In addition, participants can apply for certification through State Firefighters’ and Fire Marshals’ Association (SFFMA).Pricing Information: Employees or members of a Fire Department or Agency that is a political subdivision of, or component thereof, the State of Texas are eligible to receive tuition credit from TEEX based on subsidized funding from the State of Texas for this class. Cost: $420 per student for Texas Firefighters, departments or agencies Standard Cost: $840.00 per student Non-Texas Municipal or State FirefighterRegistration Information: For regional open enrollment classes, a minimum of 15 students must be registered no less than 21 days prior to the start date of class. If the minimum enrollment requirement is not met, the class will be cancelled.  Show less

This course is designed to meet the needs of the intermediate-level fire instructor by meeting or exceeding the job performance requirements in National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1041, Standard for Fire Service Instructor Professional Qualifications, Chapter 5 “Fire Instructor II”. The Fire Instructor II course is designed around classroom lectures and exercises.Upon completion of this course you are eligible to take the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) written exam and skills testing. Participants that receive a Pro Board certification are eligible for certification through Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) through reciprocity. In addition, participants can apply for certification through State Firefighters’ and Fire Marshals’ Association (SFFMA).Pricing Information: Employees or members of a Fire Department or Agency that is a political subdivision of, or component thereof, the State of Texas are eligible to receive tuition credit from TEEX based on subsidized funding from the State of Texas for this class. Cost: $420.00 per student for Texas Firefighters, departments or agencies Standard Cost: $840.00 per student Non-Texas Municipal or State FirefighterRegistration Information: For regional open enrollment classes, a minimum of 15 students must be registered no less than 21 days prior to the start date of class. If the minimum enrollment requirement is not met, the class will be cancelled.  Show less

This course is designed for firefighting personnel qualified to become live fire instructors and live fire instructor in-charge.  The course satisfies the requirements of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1041 Standard for Fire and Emergency Services Instructor Professional Qualifications, Chapter 7, Live Fire Instructor. The class is designed around classroom lectures, group discussions, and group exercises to enhance skills needed to act as a live fire instructor / Instructor in-charge and safely provide live fire training to emergency responders. Participants will develop skills such as applying safety guidelines, implementing live fire training procedures and supervising live fire training evolution events. Participants will be able to perform the duties required of a Live Fire Instructor and Live Fire Instructor in-charge to safely provide live fire training to emergency responders. Upon completion of this course, participants will be eligible to take the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) written exam and skills testing. Show less

This course is designed for the individual who coordinates and delivers community fire and risk prevention programs that intend to eliminate or mitigate situations that endanger lives, property, and the environment.  The Fire and Life Safety Educator I course is designed to satisfy the job performance requirements (JPRs) of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1035 Chapter 4 and provide the tools necessary to obtain certification through the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) and State Firefighters’ and Fire Marshals’ Association of Texas (SFFMA).This NOT a Pro Board Course.Pricing Information: Employees or members of a Fire Department or Agency that is a political subdivision of, or component thereof, the State of Texas are eligible to receive tuition credit from TEEX based on subsidized funding from the State of Texas for this class. Cost: $420.00 per student for Texas Firefighters, departments or agencies Standard Cost: $840.00 per student Non-Texas Municipal or State Firefighter Show less

This course is designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge required for certification to Chapter 7.  The course also covers valuable information about Confined-Space entry related to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), NFPA, and American National Standards Institute (ANSI) standards and compliance issues.  The curriculum meets and exceeds requirements for rescue training in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.146 “Permit Required Confined Spaces for General Industry.”Upon completion of this course, you are eligible to take the National Board of Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro-Board) written exam and skills testing. Show less

This course is designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge required to perform basic rope rescue operations utilizing appropriate equipment, methodologies, protocols, and patient and resource management techniques.The course covers Chapters “5.1 Awareness Level” and “5.2 Operations Level” general requirements of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1006, Standard For Technical Rescuer Professional Qualifications (2021 Edition).Upon completion of this course, you are eligible to take the National Board of Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) written exam and skills testing. Show less

https://www.youtube.com/embed/jLUo-fyKuYEThis course is designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge required to receive certification for Chapter “5.3 Technician Level” as described in the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1006, Standard for Technical Rescuer Professional Qualifications (2021 Edition).Upon completion of this course, you are eligible to take the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) written exam and skills testing. Show less

This course is designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge required for certification to Chapter 12, “Trench Rescue,” as described in National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1006, Standard for Technical Rescuer Professional Qualifications (2021 edition).Upon completion of this course, you are eligible to take the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) written exam and skills testing. Show less

This course is designed to provide the knowledge to get you started in the American fire service. It is the first of several courses that cover the objectives set forth in NFPA 1001 (2019 edition) for Firefighter Level I. This online component is to be completed by using a computer, textbook, and online supplemental material. It consists of reading assignments, online knowledge-building activities, videos, chapter quizzes and tests. The online lecture portion for Firefighter I may be completed at your own pace for up to 12 weeks. Time starts when registration is complete; NOT when you first log-in to the course. Access to the course is through your TEEX Student Portal account.  Materials for ASP601 corresponds to the 7th Edition of IFSTA’s Essentials of Firefighting; chapters 1 – 15. The online component is just the beginning. There are many skills which must be mastered in order to complete your firefighter level I training.Firefighter Level I skills have been divided into two associated courses. Each skills course is a week of face-to-face hands-on field-application training. You will put your online learning into practice by participating in field exercises and scenarios. See ASP602 and ASP603 for more information on Firefighter I skills.Once you complete this course and receive training in all associated skills, you may be eligible for certification. Please check with the fire certification agency in your area to learn what qualifications are required. This course is not a Pro Board certification and cannot be converted to Pro Board. It also does not directly lead to TCFP certification. Show less

This course is designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge required for certification to Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) as described in Chapter five of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1003, Standard for Airport Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications. The course also covers the eleven subject matters required by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) 139.319 (j)(2) Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting: Operational Requirements. Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to work as an airport firefighter. The class consists of classroom, tabletop scenarios, and hands-on tactics and strategy training. Upon completion of this course you are eligible to take the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) written exam and skills testing.This class does NOT qualify for Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP). Show less

This course, Firefighter Training, S-130 and Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior, S-190, are required training for all personnel prior to certification as a Firefighter (FFT2) under the Wildland Fire Qualification System Guide (PMS) 310-1. This entry-level course for all new firefighters can also be used as a refresher course for returning firefighters. The purpose of this course is to train new firefighters in basic firefighting skills. Firefighters who successfully complete this course and the Work Capacity Test are qualified to suppress wildland fires while under close supervision. Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior, S-190 is a six- to eight-hour course designed to meet the training needs of a Firefighter Type 2 (FFT2) on an incident as outlined in the Wildland Fire Qualification System Guide, PMS 310-1, and the Position Task Book (PTB) developed for the position. The Wildland Fire Qualification System Guide (PMS) 310-1 provides guidance and a national wildfire standard for establishing minimum training, skills, knowledge, experience, and physical fitness requirements for the participating agencies of the National Wildfire Cooperating Group (NWCG). This course allows instructors to utilize the most recent Incident Response Pocket Guide (IRPG). Show less

This course is a basic extrication course. It introduces the proper methods of safely extricating patients from automobiles that have been involved in various types of accidents. This course is a combination of classroom sessions and field exercises.  Successful completion of this course will make you eligible for certification to Vehicle Rescue Technician I through the State Firefighters’ and Fire Marshals’ Association (SFFMA). You must participate in all operations to receive certification credit for this course. Show less

Advanced Engine Company Operations is a dynamic 24-hour course tailored for engine company members operating on the fireground. This fast-paced program integrates modern techniques supported by research from UL and NIST.Participants will receive instruction at multiple levels, including a focus on enhanced nozzle techniques, decision-making both outside and inside the fire environment, and driver-operator training conducted directly on the fireground under instructor supervision.Building upon the foundational skills covered in Firefighting I and Firefighting II, this course adapts to the participants’ knowledge level, ensuring a personalized learning experience. By the course’s conclusion, participants will have refined their abilities to operate effectively on the fireground.The course structure comprises approximately 8 hours of lecture and 16 hours dedicated to practical skills training and live burns. Course Schedule: Sunday (1-5 PM)Monday – Wednesday ( 7am – 5 PM)  Show less

This course is designed to provide the knowledge to get you started in the American fire service. It is the first of several courses that cover the objectives set forth in NFPA 1001 (2019 edition) for Firefighter Level I. This online component is to be completed by using a computer, textbook, and online supplemental material. It consists of reading assignments, online knowledge-building activities, videos, chapter quizzes and tests. The online lecture portion for Firefighter I may be completed at your own pace for up to 12 weeks. Time starts when registration is complete; NOT when you first log-in to the course. Access to the course is through your TEEX Student Portal account.  Materials for ASP601 corresponds to the 7th Edition of IFSTA’s Essentials of Firefighting; chapters 1 – 15. The online component is just the beginning. There are many skills which must be mastered in order to complete your firefighter level I training.Firefighter Level I skills have been divided into two associated courses. Each skills course is a week of face-to-face hands-on field-application training. You will put your online learning into practice by participating in field exercises and scenarios. See ASP602 and ASP603 for more information on Firefighter I skills.Once you complete this course and receive training in all associated skills, you may be eligible for certification. Please check with the fire certification agency in your area to learn what qualifications are required. This course is not a Pro Board certification and cannot be converted to Pro Board. It also does not directly lead to TCFP certification. Show less

This is the first of two skills courses which must be mastered in order to complete your Firefighter Level I training. It is comprised of the skills which are the live-fire prerequisites as outlined by NFPA 1403. These skills must be completed prior to a participant going into an interior live-fire training scenario. The materials for ASP602 corresponds to the skill sheets found in the 7th Edition of IFSTA’s Essentials of Firefighting, chapter 1- 15. Please bring your textbook to the skills sessions. If you are already a member of a fire department, many if not all of these skills may be completed at your home department. Training must be well documented and approved by a certified instructor / certification coordinator. Whether you choose to complete the skills at your home department or with us at the Brayton Fire Training Field, you will be ready to experience live-fire training for the first time.Once you complete this course and receive training in the remainder of Firefighter Level I skills, you may be eligible for certification. Please check with the fire certification agency in your area to learn what qualifications are required.This course is not a Pro Board certification and cannot be converted to Pro Board. It also does not directly lead to IFSAC or TCFP certification. Show less

After completion of the online lecture portion of Firefighter Level 1 (ASP601), there are two weeks of face-to-face skills training which must be completed. This is the second of the two skills courses. It is comprised of the remaining Firefighter Level I skills beyond the live-fire prerequisite. The materials for ASP603 corresponds to the skill sheets found in the 7th Edition of IFSTA’s Essentials of Firefighting. Please bring your textbook to the skills sessions.Once you complete this course, you may be eligible for certification. Please check with the fire certification agency in your area to learn what qualifications are required.If you are already a member of a fire department and you have completed the live-fire prerequisite objectives, you may skip ASP602 and with proper documentation, enroll directly into ASP603.  Training must be well documented and approved by a certified instructor / certification coordinator.This course is not a Pro Board certification and cannot be converted to Pro Board. It also does not directly lead to IFSAC or TCFP certification. Show less

After completion of the online lecture portion of Firefighter Level II (ASP604), there is a week of face-to-face skills training that must be completed. This course is comprised of all Firefighter Level II skills. The materials for ASP605 correspond to the skill sheets found in the 7th Edition of IFSTA’s Essentials of Firefighting, chapters 16 – 22. Please bring your textbook to the skills session. You may be eligible for certification once you complete this course and receive training in the remainder of Firefighter Level II skills. Please check with the fire certification agency in your area to learn what qualifications are required.This course is not a Pro Board certification and cannot be converted to Pro Board. It also does not directly lead to IFSAC or TCFP certification. Show less

Fundamentals of Rural Firefighting is a five-day course designed to equip participants with essential knowledge and hands-on experience in rural firefighting operations. Throughout the course, participants will engage in live fire scenarios to develop critical decision-making skills in dynamic environments. They will learn how to assess fire scenes, establish an Incident Command System, and create an effective Incident Action Plan while evaluating risks in real-time.Additionally, the course covers strategies for managing fire behavior, deploying hose lines efficiently, and responding to vehicle fires and bulk transport incidents. Participants will also practice search and rescue techniques, use thermal imaging cameras (TICs), and explore electric vehicle (EV) fire response. Upon completion, participants can apply the objectives learned toward certifications with the State Firefighters’ and Fire Marshals’ Association of Texas (SFFMA). Show less

This course is designed for the first-line company officer/supervisor and satisfies the requirements of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1021 Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications, Chapter four “Fire Officer I”. It is designed around classroom lectures and group exercises to improve your abilities to manage a single fire company. This includes responsibilities such as the development of an Incident Action Plan (IAP), personnel management and mentoring, and community relations. Upon completion of this course you are eligible to take the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) written exam and skills testing. Participants that receive a Pro Board certification are eligible for certification through Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) through reciprocity. In addition, participants can apply for certification through State Firefighter’s and Fire Marshals’ Association (SFFMA).Pricing Information: Employees or members of a Fire Department or Agency that is a political subdivision of, or component thereof, the State of Texas are eligible to receive tuition credit from TEEX based on subsidized funding from the State of Texas for this class. Cost: $460.00 per student for Texas Firefighters, departments or agencies Standard Cost: $920.00 per student for Non-Texas Municipal or State FirefighterRegistration Information: For regional open enrollment classes, a minimum of 15 students must be registered no less than 21 days prior to the start date of class. If the minimum enrollment requirement is not met, the class will be cancelled.  Show less

This course meets NFPA 1521, Standard for Fire Department Safety Officer Professional Qualifications, Chapter five “Incident Safety Officer.” Upon completion of this course you are eligible to schedule the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) exam, should you meet the TCFP requirements. Participants are also eligible to apply for certification through State Firefighters’ and Fire Marshals’ Association (SFFMA).This course does NOT offer Pro Board certification.Pricing Information: Employees or members of a Fire Department or Agency that is a political subdivision of, or component thereof, the State of Texas are eligible to receive tuition credit from TEEX based on subsidized funding from the State of Texas for this class. Cost: $400.00/student for Texas Firefighters, departments or agencies Standard Cost: $800.00 per student Non-Texas Municipal or State Firefighter Show less

This course will provide your new brigade members, as well as existing emergency response personnel with a solid foundation of knowledge and skills that may be used to safely resolve emergencies involving exterior fire at an industrial facility. All of this is accomplished through a combination of classroom presentations and field exercises.This course is designed to meet the objectives outlined in the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1081 Standard for Industrial Fire Brigade Member Professional Qualifications Chapters 5 “Incipient” and 6 “Exterior”. Upon completion of this course you are eligible to take the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) written exam and skills testing. Show less

This course is designed to meet the needs of entry-level fire and emergency service instructors by meeting or exceeding the job performance requirements in National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1041, Standard for Fire Service Instructor Professional Qualifications, Chapter 4 “Fire Instructor I”. Upon completion of this course you are eligible to take the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) written exam and skills testing.  Participants that receive a Pro Board certification are eligible for certification through Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) through reciprocity. In addition, participants can apply for certification through State Firefighters’ and Fire Marshals’ Association (SFFMA).Pricing Information: Employees or members of a Fire Department or Agency that is a political subdivision of, or component thereof, the State of Texas are eligible to receive tuition credit from TEEX based on subsidized funding from the State of Texas for this class. Cost: $420 per student for Texas Firefighters, departments or agencies Standard Cost: $840.00 per student Non-Texas Municipal or State FirefighterRegistration Information: For regional open enrollment classes, a minimum of 15 students must be registered no less than 21 days prior to the start date of class. If the minimum enrollment requirement is not met, the class will be cancelled.  Show less

This course is designed for firefighting personnel qualified to become live fire instructors and live fire instructor in-charge.  The course satisfies the requirements of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1041 Standard for Fire and Emergency Services Instructor Professional Qualifications, Chapter 7, Live Fire Instructor. The class is designed around classroom lectures, group discussions, and group exercises to enhance skills needed to act as a live fire instructor / Instructor in-charge and safely provide live fire training to emergency responders. Participants will develop skills such as applying safety guidelines, implementing live fire training procedures and supervising live fire training evolution events. Participants will be able to perform the duties required of a Live Fire Instructor and Live Fire Instructor in-charge to safely provide live fire training to emergency responders. Upon completion of this course, participants will be eligible to take the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) written exam and skills testing. Show less

This course is designed to provide participants with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to effectively utilize an aerial ladder in technical rescue operations.This course is 24 hours long.Upon successful completion of this course, participants will receive a TEEX Certificate of Completion.

This course is designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge required to perform basic rope rescue operations utilizing appropriate equipment, methodologies, protocols, and patient and resource management techniques.The course covers Chapters “5.1 Awareness Level” and “5.2 Operations Level” general requirements of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1006, Standard For Technical Rescuer Professional Qualifications (2021 Edition).Upon completion of this course, you are eligible to take the National Board of Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) written exam and skills testing. Show less