Courses
Fire School Registration Is Now Open!
Fire School is now accepting registrations. This course will run from early November to early May, giving you the skills and knowledge you need to succeed.
Secure your spot today by registering here: https://forms.gle/8DkaaEwJmWFcXdiJA
🌊 Water Rescue Technician (WRT) Course
Hosted by Peninsula Township Fire Department
The **Peninsula Township Fire Department** is hosting a Water Rescue Technician course instructed by certified in-house instructors. This 2-day course meets/exceeds **NFPA 1670 & NFPA 1006 Standards** for Technical Rescue.
Attendees will gain the knowledge and skills to perform safe, efficient, and effective rescues in various water environments.
This fast-paced course will train attendees to:
- Understand the anatomy of water incidents
- Execute rescue methods in dynamic conditions
- Apply safety procedures for rescuers and victims
- Build teamwork, awareness, and decisive action for dynamic scenarios
Lunch and Snacks will be Provided Both Days!
| Dates & Times |
Wednesday, January 7th, 2026: 0700-1700 Thursday, January 8th, 2026: 0700-1700 |
|---|---|
| Location | Grand Traverse Bay YMCA, 3700 West Sliver Lake Rd, Traverse City, MI 49684 |
| Class Cost | $425 Per Person |
| Mandatory Requirement | Must be **Sponsored by a Fire Department, Rescue Squad, etc.** |
| Registration Link | Click Here to Register |
Coordinator & Contact
Lieutenant Kyle Sarber
Email (preferred): ksarber@peninsulafire.org
Phone: (231) 360-1830
Announcing New Fire Instructor Courses at NWRTC
The Northwest Regional Fire Training Center (NWRTC) is excited to announce the opening of registration for our upcoming Fire Instructor I and Fire Instructor III courses. These programs are designed for dedicated fire professionals looking to advance their instructional capabilities.
NWRTC Fire Instructor I Course
This is a five-day course utilizing the NFPA 1041 standard. It is designed to prepare you with the fundamental skills needed to be a superior fire instructor.
- Dates: November 7-9 & 22-23, 2025
- Time: 8 AM – 5 PM
- Location: Northwest Regional Fire Training, 3737 Nimrod Rd. Traverse City, MI 49685
- Cost: $300 per student (Fireworks funding can be used)
- Prerequisites: Minimum of 3 years of firefighting experience, Fire Fighter I & II certification, and a member of a Michigan fire department for the last 5 years.
- Application & Registration: https://forms.gle/Uc9JnViWxqS4CdeT8
- Registration Limit: 16 students
MFFTC Fire Instructor III Course
This blended course is for advanced instructors and will cover the knowledge and ability to manage programs, develop instructional plans, and evaluate training instruments.
- Dates: November 19, December 3, 17, 30, 2025 (online) and January 17, 2026 (in-person)
- Time: 1800-2100 (online sessions)
- Location: NWRTC, 3737 Nimrod Rd. Traverse City, MI 49685
- Cost: $450
- Prerequisites: Certified Instructor II (O55A/B), minimum of 7 years of firefighting experience, 80 hours of documented instructional time, and a member of a Michigan fire department for the last 5 years.
- Application & Registration: https://tinyurl.com/yk6xb3mp
- Registration Limit: 16 students
Important Information for Both Courses
- Application Deadline: October 15, 2025
- Students will be notified by the deadline of their acceptance into the class.
- DO NOT register in SMOKE until you are instructed to do so.
- All students are required to purchase the **Jones and Bartlett Fire and Emergency Services Instructor 3rd Edition** with a valid **Navigate2 Access Code**. Textbooks can be purchased from the Michigan State Fireman’s Association by calling (800) 445-3844.