Wildland Fire Training
All Wildland Fire classes sponsored by Treasure Valley Community College meet or exceed federal course standards as outlined by the National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG).
TVCC is an active partner with local and regional federal and state agencies to provide training opportunities for current agency personnel, private fire contractors and individuals seeking employment as firefighters. Many of these courses have pre-requisite requirements in order to register. Space is limited and there are enrollment Pre-registration deadlines.
2024 Wildland Fire Class Schedule
Registration forms are available for each class.
Please submit registration forms to cbwcl@tvcc.cc
Please note that we have made some changes to our policy. Students must pre-register and pre-pay for all classes. We have tried to make the registration process easier with our new online registration form. Students will have the ability to select multiple classes on each form. Students can also drop classes uses the new online drop form.
CBWCL Payment Policy: Payment in full, purchase order, or nomination form is due 2 weeks before class start date in order to hold your seat in class. In order to receive a refund student must fill out a drop form a minimum of 2 weeks before class. No Show students are not eligible for a refund.
If your employer is paying for your class and they are NOT using a nomination form, please provide them with the Third Party Enrollment and Billing Form required by the Business Office. They will need to submit the form so that you are not charged for the classes you are taking. If you have any questions, please contact the Treasure Valley Community College Business Office at (541) 881-5810.
How to Pay:
- Pay by credit card by calling Accounts Receivable at (541) 881-5810 or Student Services at (541) 881-5815
- Pay at either our Ontario or Caldwell locations, in Student Services with check, money order, cash, or card.
- Mail a check or money order with Student Name and ID number to:
Attn: Accounts Receivable
650 College Blvd.
Ontario, OR 97914
*There is a 3% processing fee for all card transactions.
Please indicate Student Name and Agency ID number on your remittance.*
2024 Wildland Fire Class Schedule
S-130/S-190 Basic Firefighter II NATR 101
Jan. 20, 21, 27 & 28, 2024 (Two Weekends)
- OR-
*NEW April 6, 7, 13, & 14, 2024 (Two Weekend)
- OR-
May 4, 5, 11 & 12, 2024 (Two Weekends)
Email completed registration form to cbwcl@tvcc.cc
Cost: $250 per person
Course includes S-130 Firefighter Training, S-190 Introduction to Fire Behavior, and
L-180 Human Factors. Fire Shelter is required prior to certification as an entry-level
Firefighter (FFT2). Field exercise requires boots and gloves.
* A minimum of 10 registrants is required for this class.
S-131 Advanced Fire Fighter Training + S-133 Look Up, Look Down, Look Around NATR 121
April 11 & 12, 2024 Download Registration Form
Email completed registration form to cbwcl@tvcc.cc
Cost: $145 per person
Course provides additional instruction at the Advanced Firefighter/Squad Boss (FFT1)
level including training on tactics and safety. This course is designed to be interactive
containing several exercises designed to facilitate group discussion.
PREREQUISITE: S-130/S-190/L-180 Qualified firefighter type 2 plus 1 year of actual field experience.
* A minimum of 10 registrants is required for this class.
S-200 Initial Attack IC NATR 109
April 25-26, 2024 Download Registration Form
Email completed registration form to cbwcl@tvcc.cc
Cost: $139 per person
This course will provide the individual in charge of the initial attack of small, non-complex fires, the training needed for size-up, deployment of forces, suppression, mop up, communications, and administrative duties.
Pre-Course Work Instructions
(Complete the pre-course work, which is based on the "Apollo 13" movie. Note: You
will need to watch the Apollo 13 movie (by renting or obtaining elsewhere) as part
of this pre-course work.)
PREREQUISITES: S-130/S-190, S-290, S-230 Qualified as any single resource boss.
* A minimum of 10 registrants is required for this class.
S-215 Fire Operations in the Urban Interface NATR 116
April 22-24, 2024 Download Registration Form
Email completed registration form to cbwcl@tvcc.cc
Cost: $239 per person
Meets training needs for initial attack incident commanders and company officers confronting
wildland fire threatening life, property, and improvements. Units include: size-up,
initial strategy and action plan, structure triage, tactics, action plan assessment,
public relations and follow-up and safety.
PREREQUISITES: S-130/S-190, S-131 Qualified as firefighter type 1
* A minimum of 10 registrants is required for this class.
S-230 Crew Boss - Single Resource NATR 115
April 15-17, 2024 Download Registration Form
Email completed registration form to cbwcl@tvcc.cc
Cost: $199 per person
The S-230 is designed to meet the training needs of a crew boss on a Wildland fire
incident. Topics include: preparation, mobilization, tactics and safety, off line
duties and demobilization.
Pre-Course Work Instructions
(1. Complete the student profile form and submit to the course coordinator or lead
instructor prior to class. 2. Complete the pre-course work questionnaire. You will
need to use the Incident Response Pocket Guide, PMS 461. Bring completed questionnaire
to class. Reference Materials: Single Resource Boss Position Task Book, PMS 311-13
Bring to class.)
PREREQUISITES: S-290 Required, S-130/S-190, Qualified FFT1
* A minimum of 10 registrants is required for this class.
S-231 Engine Boss - Single Resource NATR 117
April 18-19, 2024 Download Registration Form
Email completed registration form to cbwcl@tvcc.cc
Cost: $149 per person
S-231 is an interactive course that provides examples and exercises specific to Wildland fire
suppression.
PREREQUISITES: S-130/S-190, S-230, S-290, Qualified FFT 1
* A minimum of 10 registrants is required for this class.
L-280 Followership to Leadership NATR 102
May 2 & 3, 2024 (Weekend) Download Registration Form
Email completed registration form to cbwcl@tvcc.cc
Cost: $139 per person
This training course is designed as a self-assessment opportunity for individuals preparing to step into a leadership role. The course combines one day of classroom instruction followed by a second day in the field with students working through a series of problem solving events in small teams (Field Leadership Assessment Course).
Pre-Course Work Instructions
PREREQUISITES: L-180, experience on incident assignments in operations or support functions.
* A minimum of 10 registrants is required for this class.
S-290 Intermediate Fire Behavior NATR 104
April 1-4, 2024 Download Registration Form
Email completed registration form to cbwcl@tvcc.cc
Cost: $250 per person
S-290 is designed to meet training requirements to work in the ICS Operations Section
as a Single Resource Boss. Course will instruct prospective fireline supervisors in
Wildland fire behavior for effective and safe fire management operations. Weather
portion taught by meteorologist.
Pre-Course Work Instructions
PREREQUISITES: S-130/S-190, plus one year experience recommended.
* A minimum of 10 registrants is required for this class.
S-212 Wildfire Power Saws NATR 202
May 17, 18 & 19, 2024 Download Registration Form
Email completed registration form to cbwcl@tvcc.cc
Cost: $240 per person
Wildland Fire Chain Saws, S-212, is an instructor-led course intended to be presented
at the local level. The course lessons provide introduction to the function, maintenance
and use of internal combustion engine powered chain saws, and their tactical Wildland fire
application. Field exercises support entry level training for firefighters with little
or no previous experience in operating a chain saw, providing hands-on cutting experience
in surroundings similar to fireline situations.
* Successful completion for entry level. Does not constitute certified Faller designation.
(Students will be required to provide the following: Chainsaw, gloves, boots, hard,
hat, safety goggles, and chaps)
PREREQUISITES: Qualified FFT2, Recommended current certification in Basic First Aid and CPR.
S-330 Task Force/Strike Team Leader NATR 123
March 11-13, 2024 Download Registration Form
Email completed registration form to cbwcl@tvcc.cc
Cost: $250 per person
This course meets the training requirements for Task Force and Strike Team Leader
positions. The class is open to Single Resource Bosses and Initial Attack Incident
Commanders.
Pre-Course Work Instructions
PREREQUISITES: S-290, S-230 and S-390, Qualified Single Resource Boss
* A minimum of 10 registrants is required for this class.
S-390 Fire Behavior Calculations NATR 122
March 4-7, 2024 Download Registration Form
Email completed registration form to cbwcl@tvcc.cc
Cost: $265 per person
This course instructs trainees in fire behavior calculations with emphasis on the
use of nomograms in assessment or potential for extreme fire conditions. Key topics
include: evaluation and input of fireline data to calculate fire behavior for rate
of spread, fire intensity, flame length, maximum spotting distances and safe control
tactics. Must be Single Resource Boss qualified.
Pre-Course Work Instructions
PREREQUISITES: S-290, S-230, Qualified Single Resource Boss
* A minimum of 10 registrants is required for this class.
RT-130 Annual Refresher Course NATR 0917
(1) February 10, 2024 Download Registration Form
(2) March 9, 2024 Download Registration Form
(3) April 13, 2024 Download Registration Form
(4) April 27, 2024 Download Registration Form
McCall Idaho
(5) May 25, 2024 Download Registration Form
Email completed registration form to cbwcl@tvcc.cc
Private Group Reservations Available - Call to check availability. (541) 881-5757
Cost: $60 per person with pre-registration and payment
Cost: $65 per person at class
Refresh skills in applying the risk management process and rules of engagement to recognize and mitigate hazards in their work environment. Updates on current issues and fire shelter deployment practice.
M - 410 Facilitative Instructor
2024 CLASS IS FULL
Cost: TBA per person
This 40-hour course trains existing and potential instructors on how to prepare and present effective training programs. Key areas include written performance and instructional objectives, preparation of lesson plans, preparation and operation of audio-visual aids and equipment, various methods of communication, individual and team presentations, management of classroom learning environments and use of testing procedures. Evening break-out sessions and actual classroom demonstrations and presentations are integral parts of this course. 8 -16 hours of pre-work are required. Meets NWCG standards as outlined in the M410 guidelines.
Pre-Course Work Instructions
Please call 541-881-5757 to get your name on our list of interested students or email Sheryl Romans.
Additional Course Materials:
Wildland Fire Training Cancellation Policy
All fire classes sponsored by TVCC meet or exceed federal National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) standards. Upon successful course completion, students will receive Certificates of Completion from Treasure Valley Community College in Ontario, Oregon.
CBWCL Payment Policy: Purchase order, nomination form, or payment is due a minimum of 2 weeks before class date in order to hold your seat in class. We do not reserve spaces without pre-payment. In order to receive a refund student must fill out a drop form a minimum of 2 weeks before class. No Show students are not eligible for a refund.
Space is limited for all classes. To avoid course cancellation, REGISTER EARLY by filling out the Registration Form.
CANCELLATION / REFUND POLICY
TVCC reserves the right to cancel a class for which there is insufficient enrollment.
If this should happen, we will either reschedule the class or provide a full refund
of class and materials fee.
STUDENT REGISTRATION CANCELLATION / NO-SHOW POLICY
If you are unable to attend the course, you are responsible for filling out and submitting
the DROP Form or contacting the Center for Business Workforce and Community Learning
at least 24 hours in advance; otherwise the full amount of tuition will be charged
to the student or agency. Failure to come to class (no-show) will also result in being
charged the full amount.
Please contact us in order to give notice:
CBWCL
Sheryl Romans
(541) 881-5757
Email: cbwcl@tvcc.cc
Treasure Valley Community College is an equal opportunity educator and employer.
Customized Contracted Trainings
The Center for Business, Workforce, and Community Learning provides customized training developed around the specific needs of employers. The CBWCL is flexible in providing training delivered on-site with participating companies or at TVCC facilities. Companies can acquire virtually any type of training through the CBWCL. Training time is based on the unique needs of the client. Examples of training include Wildland Fire, CPR/First Aid, Emergency Medical Responder, Emergency Medical Technician, OSHA safety and numerous other industry competency based curriculum. Courses are offered in English and Spanish. Call us today to find out how the CBWCL can help you with all your employee training needs. (541) 881-5757. TVCC also offers an Associate of Applied Science in Wildland Fire Management.For More Information Contact:
Sheryl Romans
TVCC Workforce Training & Education Department
Phone: 541-881-5757 or 541-881-5755
Email: sromans@tvcc.cc