Explorer-Cadet Fire School

June 28 - July 1, 2012 in Champaign Illinois

As a participant in the Annual Explorer-Cadet "Hands-On Training" Fire School, you will have the opportunity to work live evolutions that include: Fire service hose work, Ladder work of all kinds, Breathing apparatus, Fire streams and water supply, Ventilation and forcible entry, Firefighter search and rescue, Ropes and knots, Rapid Intervention Team, Structural fire fighting under controlled fire conditions in IFSI's facilities

Enrollment is limited to 400 students and adult supervisors participating in the drills

For registration forms and more information visit the Explorer-Cadet page.

Fire College
June 7 - 10, 2012 in Champaign, Illinois

Registration is OPEN
Still the best hands-on training value in the Midwest

Registration for the 88th Annual Fire College is open. ADVANCE ENROLLMENT AT LOWER RATE ENDS THURSDAY, MAY 3. After May 3, enrollment adds $100 late fee. Don't miss out on choosing the classes you want, as the popular hands-on classes fill quickly.

New this year:

• Five new classes
• Group class photo on Thursday
• New student orientation

The downloadable brochure and registration forms that contain all the information you need to choose your classes, how to enroll, and where to park can be found here: Fire College Information Page

Fire and Arson Investigation I
August 13-17, 2012
Champaign, IL

This is the first module of three 40-hour classes designed as the foundational level of education and training for fire and arson investigators. The program meets the Job Performance Requirements of NFPA 1033 "Professional Qualifications for Fire Investigator." Module 1 covers: basic fire science, fire patterns, building systems, electricity and fire, fuel gas systems, fire related human behavior, legal considerations, safety, sources of information and planning the investigation. Modules I & II of the program must be taken consecutively. The fee for Module I is $300.

Click here to register

Autism Spectrum & Similar Disorders in Emergency Situations

This web-based, awareness-level class is the newest of IFSI's online offerings. During this self-paced presentation, students will learn about low-stress, high-stress and public encounters, such as a fire station tours and school activities, where firefighters and persons with autism may interact. The basic information presented will help first responders keep both the person with autism and the responder as safe as possible in a dynamic, uncontrolled emergency situation. After viewing the presentation, firefighters will take a brief end-of-course test and print a certificate to provide to their training officer or chief.

2012 AFG Workshop Schedule


FEMA has announced the 2012 AFG Workshop Schedule. These workshops will help potential applicants understand the purpose of the FY 2012 AFG Program, changes since FY 2011, funding priorities, award evaluation, and a brief description other AFG funding opportunities. The Application period will begin in early June, the end date has not been set. Updated information will be available at the workshop. Registration is NOT necessary to attend the workshop that should last about 2 hours. Click the following link to view the schedule. http://www.fema.gov/firegrants/tools/workshop_schedule/Region_V.shtm