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UID:18872-1769644800-1769903999@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:ICE RESCUE OPS/TECH - DISTRICT 1 - RENSSELAER
DESCRIPTION:DATE&LOCATION\n1/29/26 6p-9p (lecture) Rensselaer VFD\n1/31/26 8a-4p (Skills-ice permitting) Rensselaer VFD (Written Test) \nCLASS DESCRIPTION &INFORMATION \nSKILLS STATIONS WILL INCLUDE:\n– STATION 1 COLD WATER EMERSON SUIT\n– STATION 2 SELF RESCUE\n– STATION 3 ROPES\, KNOTS\, SLING\n– STATION 4 THROW BAGS\n– STATION 5 RESCUE VICTIM\n– STATION 6 ICE RESCUE SLED\, BANANA BOAT\, RESCUE DEVICE \nEquipment Needed: Ice Suits\, Swiftwater Suits\, sled/Boats\, Throw Bags\, Ice Slings\, Chest Harnesses\, Pfd’s \nRegister for BOTH Classes: https://on.in.gov/IceRescueOpsD1Rensselaer\nhttps://on.in.gov/IceRescueTechD1Rensselaer 
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/ice-rescue-ops-tech-district-1-rensselaer/
LOCATION:Rensselaer VFD\, 1060 W Clark St\, Rensselaer\, IN\, 47978\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fire
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260128T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260128T220000
DTSTAMP:20260620T053547
CREATED:20251211T204345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T215311Z
UID:18835-1769623200-1769637600@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:CPR Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) Course
DESCRIPTION:The American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification class is designed for medical professionals. \nyou will learn: \n\nHigh-quality CPR for adults\, children\, and infants\nThe AHA Chain of Survival\, specifically the BLS components\nImportant early use of an AED\nEffective ventilations using a barrier device\nImportance of teams in multirescuer resuscitation and performance as an effective team member during multirescuer CPR\nRelief of foreign-body airway obstruction (choking) for adults and infants
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/cpr-and-basic-life-support-1-13-2/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:CPR
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260117T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260117T120000
DTSTAMP:20260620T053547
CREATED:20251211T205209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T194849Z
UID:18845-1768636800-1768651200@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:CPR Heartsaver Certification Course
DESCRIPTION:The American Heart Association Heartsaver CPR AED course is designed for anyone with little or no medical training who want to be prepared in the event of an emergency. \nWHAT DOES THIS COURSE TEACH? \n\n\n\nDescribe how high-quality CPR improves survival\nExplain the concepts of the Chain of Survival\nRecognize when someone needs CPR\nPerform high-quality CPR for an adult\nDescribe how to perform CPR with help from others\nGive effective breaths using mouth-to-mouth or a mask for all age groups\nDemonstrate how to use an AED on an adult\nPerform high-quality CPR for a child*\nDemonstrate how to use an AED on a child*\nPerform high-quality CPR for an infant*\nDescribe when and how to help a choking adult or child\nDemonstrate how to help a choking infant*
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/cpr-heartsaver-1-17-26/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,CPR
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260620T053547
CREATED:20260105T193357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T193357Z
UID:18890-1768467600-1768478400@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT)
DESCRIPTION:CPAT Testing at MAAC\nThe MAAC Foundation\, in accordance with the IAFF and IAFC\, is proud to offer Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) testing to all interested candidates. The CPAT consists of eight activities designed to reflect the everyday operations firefighters may face. \nTypical Test Day Schedule\n· 9:00 AM – Orientation \n· 9:45 AM – Practice/Test \n· 10:30 AM – Practice/Test \n· 11:15 AM – Practice/Test \nHow to Register for the CPAT Exam\nOnce you have selected your preferred date\, please follow the steps below to register: https://candidates.nationaltestingnetwork.com/#/login \n· Create an account or log in \n· Click on Exams in the right-hand corner \n· Under Physical Ability Tests\, locate CPAT \n· Add CPAT to your cart and proceed to checkout \n· Complete your personal information \n· You will then be able to register for your orientation\, practice test\, and official exam
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/cpat-1-15-26/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:CPAT
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260113T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260113T220000
DTSTAMP:20260620T053547
CREATED:20251211T204238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T215306Z
UID:18833-1768327200-1768341600@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:CPR Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) Course
DESCRIPTION:The American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification class is designed for medical professionals. \nyou will learn: \n\nHigh-quality CPR for adults\, children\, and infants\nThe AHA Chain of Survival\, specifically the BLS components\nImportant early use of an AED\nEffective ventilations using a barrier device\nImportance of teams in multirescuer resuscitation and performance as an effective team member during multirescuer CPR\nRelief of foreign-body airway obstruction (choking) for adults and infants
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/cpr-and-basic-life-support-1-13/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:CPR
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260110T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260110T160000
DTSTAMP:20260620T053547
CREATED:20241221T141331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T154542Z
UID:17751-1768032000-1768060800@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:2026 District 1 Instructor Conference
DESCRIPTION:DATE& LOCATION\nJanuary 10\, 2026\n8am-4pm\nMAAC \nJoin us at Hero’s Hangout on 1-10-26 for the annual D1 Instructor In-Service\nwith Jake Barnes. Jake will provide an interactive and fun class designed for\nfire service leaders and fire instructors to build stronger\, more cohesive\nteams for better training. Grounded in science-based principles of emotional\nintelligence\, this course will teach you how to lead with emotional smarts\nand create a culture where your crew performs- and feels- their best.\nConference qualifies for 8 hours of adult education CEs\nfor Instructor I/II/III re-certifications \nJake Barnes is a fire service professional with over 30 years of\nexperience. A seasoned firefighter and passionate leader.\nAlong with hosting the fire service podcast\, 3 Point Firefighter\,\nhe also developed The Emotionally Intelligent-ish Firefighter\nprogram to address a gap in emotional intelligence within the\nfire service
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/2025-district-1-instructor-development-conference/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fire
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260107T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260107T120000
DTSTAMP:20260620T053547
CREATED:20260105T193217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T193217Z
UID:18888-1767776400-1767787200@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT)
DESCRIPTION:CPAT Testing at MAAC\nThe MAAC Foundation\, in accordance with the IAFF and IAFC\, is proud to offer Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) testing to all interested candidates. The CPAT consists of eight activities designed to reflect the everyday operations firefighters may face. \nTypical Test Day Schedule\n· 9:00 AM – Orientation \n· 9:45 AM – Practice/Test \n· 10:30 AM – Practice/Test \n· 11:15 AM – Practice/Test \nHow to Register for the CPAT Exam\nOnce you have selected your preferred date\, please follow the steps below to register: https://candidates.nationaltestingnetwork.com/#/login \n· Create an account or log in \n· Click on Exams in the right-hand corner \n· Under Physical Ability Tests\, locate CPAT \n· Add CPAT to your cart and proceed to checkout \n· Complete your personal information \n· You will then be able to register for your orientation\, practice test\, and official exam
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/cpat-1-7-26/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:CPAT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T210000
DTSTAMP:20260620T053547
CREATED:20250414T212530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251004T142555Z
UID:18095-1765389600-1765400400@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Search and Rescue Initial Actions Class
DESCRIPTION:This 8-hour course\, from the National Association for Search and Rescue\, was designed to prepare emergency services responders to respond and take correct initial actions as an individual in starting an investigation and search for missing/injured subjects. It is appropriate for those initially managing of supporting a search for the lost of missing. This course will cover the duties of an incident commander\, incident size-up\, mission documentation\, initial search tactics\, and the practical applications of lost person behavior in both lecture and hands-on tabletop sessions based on real missions.\n\nFor information:info@portercountysar.org
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/search-and-rescue-initial-actions-class/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fire
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251209T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251209T220000
DTSTAMP:20260620T053547
CREATED:20250909T141045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T215257Z
UID:18572-1765303200-1765317600@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:CPR Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) Course
DESCRIPTION:The American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification class is designed for medical professionals. \nyou will learn: \n\nHigh-quality CPR for adults\, children\, and infants\nThe AHA Chain of Survival\, specifically the BLS components\nImportant early use of an AED\nEffective ventilations using a barrier device\nImportance of teams in multirescuer resuscitation and performance as an effective team member during multirescuer CPR\nRelief of foreign-body airway obstruction (choking) for adults and infants
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/cpr-and-basic-life-support-12-09/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:CPR
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T170000
DTSTAMP:20260620T053547
CREATED:20251207T023056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251207T023056Z
UID:18825-1765008000-1765040400@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Indiana Traffic Incident Management
DESCRIPTION:Responder Training Course Announcement\nThe National TIM Responder Training Program was developed by responders for\nresponders\, and was designed to promote consistent training of all responders to\nachieve the three objectives of the TIM National Unified Goal (NUG):\n– Responder Safety\n– Safe\, Quick Clearance\n– Prompt\, Reliable\, Interoperable Communications \nThe target audience for this course is all TIM disciplines\, including Communications\,\nEmergency Management\, Emergency Medical Services (EMS)\, Fire/Rescue\, Law\nEnforcement\, Towing and Recovery\, and Transportation/Public Works.\nTIM Responder Training Course Lesson Summary\n1. Introduction: TIM training program purpose\, the dangers encountered by\nemergency responders working in or near traffic\, and the definition of TIM\n2. TIM Laws\, Standards\, and Terminology: safe\, quick clearance definition\,\nsupporting legislation\, and common response terminology\n3. Communication and Command: roles and responsibilities of public safety\ncommunications centers and transportation management centers\, scene size-up\nreporting and Incident Command System as it relates to TIM\n4. Vehicle Positioning: safe positioning of vehicles and blocking\n5. Scene Safety: emergency vehicle markings\, emergency-vehicle lighting\, use of\nhigh-visibility safety apparel\, and safe practices for working around moving traffic\n6. Traffic Management: Four main components of a TIM area\, Advance warning\,\nhow to set up a taper\, and describe the purpose of a buffer space\n7. Scene Hazards and Other Considerations: Safety concerns of vehicle fires\,\nHazardous materials\, Vehicle fluid spills\, and Crash investigations\n8. Clearance and Termination: quick clearance strategies\, towing and recovery\ncommunications\, and incident termination \nDetails for the upcoming TIM Responder Training course are as follows:\nDate: Tues. Dec. 16\, 2025\nTime: 6:00pm-10:00pm\nLocation: Rensselaer Fire Department\nAddress: 1060 W. Clark St.\, Rensselaer IN\, 47978\nRegistration: Indiana Public Safety Personnel Portal (ACADIS)\nTIM In Person – TIM0028 \nFor questions or to register without ACADIS: indianatim@indot.in.gov
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/indiana-traffic-incident-management/
LOCATION:IN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T120000
DTSTAMP:20260620T053547
CREATED:20250909T141905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T141905Z
UID:18576-1765008000-1765022400@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:CPR Heartsaver Certification Course
DESCRIPTION:The American Heart Association Heartsaver CPR AED course is designed for anyone with little or no medical training who want to be prepared in the event of an emergency. \nWHAT DOES THIS COURSE TEACH? \n\n\n\nDescribe how high-quality CPR improves survival\nExplain the concepts of the Chain of Survival\nRecognize when someone needs CPR\nPerform high-quality CPR for an adult\nDescribe how to perform CPR with help from others\nGive effective breaths using mouth-to-mouth or a mask for all age groups\nDemonstrate how to use an AED on an adult\nPerform high-quality CPR for a child*\nDemonstrate how to use an AED on a child*\nPerform high-quality CPR for an infant*\nDescribe when and how to help a choking adult or child\nDemonstrate how to help a choking infant*
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/cpr-heartsaver-12-06/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,CPR
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251202T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251202T120000
DTSTAMP:20260620T053547
CREATED:20250630T202759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T202759Z
UID:18350-1764666000-1764676800@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT)
DESCRIPTION:CPAT Testing at MAAC\nThe MAAC Foundation\, in accordance with the IAFF and IAFC\, is proud to offer Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) testing to all interested candidates. The CPAT consists of eight activities designed to reflect the everyday operations firefighters may face. \nTypical Test Day Schedule\n· 9:00 AM – Orientation \n· 9:45 AM – Practice/Test \n· 10:30 AM – Practice/Test \n· 11:15 AM – Practice/Test \nHow to Register for the CPAT Exam\nOnce you have selected your preferred date\, please follow the steps below to register: https://candidates.nationaltestingnetwork.com/#/login \n· Create an account or log in \n· Click on Exams in the right-hand corner \n· Under Physical Ability Tests\, locate CPAT \n· Add CPAT to your cart and proceed to checkout \n· Complete your personal information \n· You will then be able to register for your orientation\, practice test\, and official exam
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/cpat-12-2-25/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:CPAT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T200000
DTSTAMP:20260620T053547
CREATED:20250910T173040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T184837Z
UID:18578-1763487000-1763496000@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Fight Like a Girl Women's Self-Defense Class
DESCRIPTION:Our Fight Like a Girl Women’s Self-Defense Course is back! \nLearn how to keep yourself safe with self-defense basics\, taught by instructors from the Hammond Police Department. \nParticipants will learn: \n\nSituational Awareness\nDefensive Stances\nStages of Response\nSelf-Defense Techniques\nand Scenario-Based Application\n\nClass cost is $10 and T-Shirts will be available for sale.
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/fight-like-a-girl-womens-self-defense-class-11-18/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T120000
DTSTAMP:20260620T053547
CREATED:20250630T202709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T202709Z
UID:18348-1763456400-1763467200@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT)
DESCRIPTION:CPAT Testing at MAAC\nThe MAAC Foundation\, in accordance with the IAFF and IAFC\, is proud to offer Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) testing to all interested candidates. The CPAT consists of eight activities designed to reflect the everyday operations firefighters may face. \nTypical Test Day Schedule\n· 9:00 AM – Orientation \n· 9:45 AM – Practice/Test \n· 10:30 AM – Practice/Test \n· 11:15 AM – Practice/Test \nHow to Register for the CPAT Exam\nOnce you have selected your preferred date\, please follow the steps below to register: https://candidates.nationaltestingnetwork.com/#/login \n· Create an account or log in \n· Click on Exams in the right-hand corner \n· Under Physical Ability Tests\, locate CPAT \n· Add CPAT to your cart and proceed to checkout \n· Complete your personal information \n· You will then be able to register for your orientation\, practice test\, and official exam
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/cpat-11-18-25/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:CPAT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T163000
DTSTAMP:20260620T053547
CREATED:20250124T195226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T173046Z
UID:17852-1763195400-1763224200@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:ResponderStrong Mental Health Curriculum: Train the Trainer Workshop - November 2025
DESCRIPTION:Emergency Response work has always presented unique mental\, emotional and physical challenges. Over the past few years\, stress levels among all those who protect and support our communities have escalated to unprecedented levels\, driving demand for solutions like ResponderStrong’s Mental Health Curriculum. \nCreated for Responders by Responders\, this highly regarded program is being implemented across the nation to bolster resiliency\, erode stigma\, and decrease stress injury: burnout\, compassion fatigue\, anxiety\, depression\, and suicidality. Recognizing that budget constraints often hinder access to content like this\, we are proud to offer this workshop FREE to Responders through generous support from our sponsoring partners. \nThe Train the Trainer workshop is based upon a detailed instructor manual designed to support facilitators\, provides on-line access to updated materials\, and allows for deeper discussion of the:\n– research and data regarding prevalence of stress injury among our population\n– stress injury model and cumulative stress\n– suicidality- how it develops and how to create effective intervention and prevention\n– impacts of the job on families and ways to mitigate\n– proven practices to improve resilience and better manage stress\n– additional resources and solutions to supplement local options \nOffered to all those working in Emergency Response\, including: Law Enforcement\, Fire\, EMS\, Dispatch\, Healthcare\, Patrol\, Coroner\, Wildland\, Disaster Response\, Mental Health Clinicians\, and others trained to serve our communities. Career or volunteer\, current or former- all are welcome. Our content supports the human behind the badge\, uniform\, and scrubs. Through this Train the Trainer model\, we empower YOU\, the local wellness champions with vetted\, relevant\, and useful material to integrate within your agency and share with your community.
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/responderstrong-mental-health-curriculum-train-the-trainer-workshop-september/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clinicians,Family,Responder Mental Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260620T053547
CREATED:20250909T141804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T141804Z
UID:18574-1763193600-1763208000@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:CPR Heartsaver Certification Course
DESCRIPTION:The American Heart Association Heartsaver CPR AED course is designed for anyone with little or no medical training who want to be prepared in the event of an emergency. \nWHAT DOES THIS COURSE TEACH? \n\n\n\nDescribe how high-quality CPR improves survival\nExplain the concepts of the Chain of Survival\nRecognize when someone needs CPR\nPerform high-quality CPR for an adult\nDescribe how to perform CPR with help from others\nGive effective breaths using mouth-to-mouth or a mask for all age groups\nDemonstrate how to use an AED on an adult\nPerform high-quality CPR for a child*\nDemonstrate how to use an AED on a child*\nPerform high-quality CPR for an infant*\nDescribe when and how to help a choking adult or child\nDemonstrate how to help a choking infant*
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/cpr-heartsaver-11-15/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,CPR
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251114T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251114T220000
DTSTAMP:20260620T053547
CREATED:20251104T223402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T223402Z
UID:18746-1763143200-1763157600@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Surface Water Rescue OPS/Tech - District I
DESCRIPTION:DATE& LOCATION\nNov 14\, 2025 6p-10p (lecture) Bulldog Park-Crown Point\nNov 15\, 2025 8a-5p (Skills/Swim Test) 183 S West St\, Crown Point\,\nNov 16\, 2025 8a-4p (Skills Eval/Written Test) IN 46307 \nCLASS DESCRIPTION & INFORMATION\nEquipment Needed: Cold Water Emersion/Swiftwater Suit\, Pfd’s \nSWIM TEST Required for Tech Certification-Copy of Swim Test in course materials in acadis
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/surface-water-rescue-ops-tech-district-i/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:Fire
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T220000
DTSTAMP:20260620T053547
CREATED:20250909T140908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T215250Z
UID:18570-1762970400-1762984800@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:CPR Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) Course
DESCRIPTION:The American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification class is designed for medical professionals. \nyou will learn: \n\nHigh-quality CPR for adults\, children\, and infants\nThe AHA Chain of Survival\, specifically the BLS components\nImportant early use of an AED\nEffective ventilations using a barrier device\nImportance of teams in multirescuer resuscitation and performance as an effective team member during multirescuer CPR\nRelief of foreign-body airway obstruction (choking) for adults and infants
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/cpr-and-basic-life-support-11-12/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:CPR
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T120000
DTSTAMP:20260620T053547
CREATED:20250630T202609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T202609Z
UID:18346-1762592400-1762603200@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT)
DESCRIPTION:CPAT Testing at MAAC\nThe MAAC Foundation\, in accordance with the IAFF and IAFC\, is proud to offer Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) testing to all interested candidates. The CPAT consists of eight activities designed to reflect the everyday operations firefighters may face. \nTypical Test Day Schedule\n· 9:00 AM – Orientation \n· 9:45 AM – Practice/Test \n· 10:30 AM – Practice/Test \n· 11:15 AM – Practice/Test \nHow to Register for the CPAT Exam\nOnce you have selected your preferred date\, please follow the steps below to register: https://candidates.nationaltestingnetwork.com/#/login \n· Create an account or log in \n· Click on Exams in the right-hand corner \n· Under Physical Ability Tests\, locate CPAT \n· Add CPAT to your cart and proceed to checkout \n· Complete your personal information \n· You will then be able to register for your orientation\, practice test\, and official exam
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/cpat-11-8-25/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:CPAT
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://maacfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/CPAT-pull.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T160000
DTSTAMP:20260620T053547
CREATED:20250919T040603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T040603Z
UID:18599-1762416000-1762444800@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:FIRE INVESTIGATOR CE CONFERENCE
DESCRIPTION:2025 Fire Investigator CE Conference – District 1 \nDate: November 6\, 2025Time: 8 AM – 4 PMLocation: MAAC – Valparaiso \nThis conference qualifies for 8 hours of CE credit toward Fire Investigator Re-Certification.Topics will be announced soon.
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/fire-investigator-ce-conference/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:Fire
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251103
DTSTAMP:20260620T053547
CREATED:20250829T195932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T195932Z
UID:18543-1761955200-1762127999@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Unite the Lines Heroes Shootout Pheasant Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Registration for the 2025 First Responder shoot out is now open – and this year there are two days of opportunities! Check out the registration link for more information. \nCamping is available contact Brenden “Goody” Goodman at 574-292-4561 to secure your site. \nMaier Pheasant Farm\, Bremen\, IN\n65450 Fir Rd\, Bremen\, IN 46506 \nCivilians cost is $150/person. No Veteran or First Responder pays but still needs to register.
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/unite-the-lines-heroes-shootout-pheasant-hunt/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:Clinicians,Family,Responder Mental Health
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ORGANIZER;CN="Unite the Lines Foundation":MAILTO:info@unitethelines.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251029T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251029T220000
DTSTAMP:20260620T053547
CREATED:20250909T140825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T215244Z
UID:18568-1761760800-1761775200@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:CPR Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) Course
DESCRIPTION:The American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification class is designed for medical professionals. \nyou will learn: \n\nHigh-quality CPR for adults\, children\, and infants\nThe AHA Chain of Survival\, specifically the BLS components\nImportant early use of an AED\nEffective ventilations using a barrier device\nImportance of teams in multirescuer resuscitation and performance as an effective team member during multirescuer CPR\nRelief of foreign-body airway obstruction (choking) for adults and infants
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/cpr-and-basic-life-support-10-29/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:CPR
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://maacfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/CPR-2.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251028T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251028T120000
DTSTAMP:20260620T053547
CREATED:20250630T202519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T202519Z
UID:18344-1761642000-1761652800@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT)
DESCRIPTION:CPAT Testing at MAAC\nThe MAAC Foundation\, in accordance with the IAFF and IAFC\, is proud to offer Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) testing to all interested candidates. The CPAT consists of eight activities designed to reflect the everyday operations firefighters may face. \nTypical Test Day Schedule\n· 9:00 AM – Orientation \n· 9:45 AM – Practice/Test \n· 10:30 AM – Practice/Test \n· 11:15 AM – Practice/Test \nHow to Register for the CPAT Exam\nOnce you have selected your preferred date\, please follow the steps below to register: https://candidates.nationaltestingnetwork.com/#/login \n· Create an account or log in \n· Click on Exams in the right-hand corner \n· Under Physical Ability Tests\, locate CPAT \n· Add CPAT to your cart and proceed to checkout \n· Complete your personal information \n· You will then be able to register for your orientation\, practice test\, and official exam
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/cpat-10-28-25/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:CPAT
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://maacfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/CPAT-pull.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T120000
DTSTAMP:20260620T053547
CREATED:20250630T202423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T202423Z
UID:18342-1761037200-1761048000@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT)
DESCRIPTION:CPAT Testing at MAAC\nThe MAAC Foundation\, in accordance with the IAFF and IAFC\, is proud to offer Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) testing to all interested candidates. The CPAT consists of eight activities designed to reflect the everyday operations firefighters may face. \nTypical Test Day Schedule\n· 9:00 AM – Orientation \n· 9:45 AM – Practice/Test \n· 10:30 AM – Practice/Test \n· 11:15 AM – Practice/Test \nHow to Register for the CPAT Exam\nOnce you have selected your preferred date\, please follow the steps below to register: https://candidates.nationaltestingnetwork.com/#/login \n· Create an account or log in \n· Click on Exams in the right-hand corner \n· Under Physical Ability Tests\, locate CPAT \n· Add CPAT to your cart and proceed to checkout \n· Complete your personal information \n· You will then be able to register for your orientation\, practice test\, and official exam
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/cpat-10-21-25/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:CPAT
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://maacfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/CPAT-pull.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T220000
DTSTAMP:20260620T053547
CREATED:20250909T140721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T215239Z
UID:18566-1760464800-1760479200@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:CPR Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) Course
DESCRIPTION:The American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification class is designed for medical professionals. \nyou will learn: \n\nHigh-quality CPR for adults\, children\, and infants\nThe AHA Chain of Survival\, specifically the BLS components\nImportant early use of an AED\nEffective ventilations using a barrier device\nImportance of teams in multirescuer resuscitation and performance as an effective team member during multirescuer CPR\nRelief of foreign-body airway obstruction (choking) for adults and infants
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/cpr-and-basic-life-support-10-14/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:CPR
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T120000
DTSTAMP:20260620T053547
CREATED:20250630T202333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T202333Z
UID:18340-1760000400-1760011200@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT)
DESCRIPTION:CPAT Testing at MAAC\nThe MAAC Foundation\, in accordance with the IAFF and IAFC\, is proud to offer Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) testing to all interested candidates. The CPAT consists of eight activities designed to reflect the everyday operations firefighters may face. \nTypical Test Day Schedule\n· 9:00 AM – Orientation \n· 9:45 AM – Practice/Test \n· 10:30 AM – Practice/Test \n· 11:15 AM – Practice/Test \nHow to Register for the CPAT Exam\nOnce you have selected your preferred date\, please follow the steps below to register: https://candidates.nationaltestingnetwork.com/#/login \n· Create an account or log in \n· Click on Exams in the right-hand corner \n· Under Physical Ability Tests\, locate CPAT \n· Add CPAT to your cart and proceed to checkout \n· Complete your personal information \n· You will then be able to register for your orientation\, practice test\, and official exam
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/cpat-10-9-25/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:CPAT
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://maacfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/CPAT-pull.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251006T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251219T163000
DTSTAMP:20260620T053547
CREATED:20241112T222813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250823T131318Z
UID:17547-1759734000-1766161800@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:DISTRICT 1 – Bootcamp FF I/II Academy Fall 25
DESCRIPTION:DATE & LOCATION \nOctober 6\, 2025 – December 19\, 2025\nMonday thru Friday 7am-4:30pm CST\nMAAC-Valparaiso \nAcademy includes:  \n\nHazMat Awareness/Ops\nFirefighter I/II\nPublic Fire & Life\nSafety Educator I\nTech-Rescue Awareness\nICS 100\, 200\, 700 & 800.\n\nAcadis Course #:FA220506 \nRegistrants MUST have department sponsorship
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/district-1-bootcamp-ffi-ii-academy-25/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fire
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251006
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251028
DTSTAMP:20260620T053547
CREATED:20240504T130829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T141722Z
UID:16475-1759708800-1761609599@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Fire Instructor I - District I
DESCRIPTION:DATE& LOCATION\nOctober 6\, 2025- October 27\, 2025 (syllabus in Acadis)\nMon/Thurs (6p-10p) and Saturdays (8a-4p)\nMAAC-Valparaiso \nCLASS DESCRIPTION & INFORMATION\nThis course provides firefighting personnel with the knowledge and skills to meet the minimum job\nperformance requirements as outlined in NFPA 1041: Standard for Fire Service Instructor Professional\nQualifications. The objectives of the course is to provide entry level training in company ops and admin at\nfirst line supervisory level. The course is designed for individuals who want to develop the knowledge and\nability to deliver instruction effectively from a prepared lesson plan\, including instructional aids and\nevaluation instruments; adapt lesson plans to the unique requirements of the students and the authority\nhaving jurisdiction; organize the learning environment so that learning is maximized; and meet the record keeping requirements of the authority having jurisdiction. \nAreas covered include: communication\, concepts of learning\, human relations in the teaching-learning environment\, methods of teaching\,\norganizing the learning environment\, records and reports\, testing and evaluation\, instructor’s roles and\nresponsibilities\, teaching techniques\, and use of instructional materials. Candidates will be expected to\nperform an instructional presentation to an audience to obtain certification.
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/1403-live-fire-instructor-course/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fire
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251003
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251005
DTSTAMP:20260620T053547
CREATED:20250906T141326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T141326Z
UID:18557-1759449600-1759622399@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Fire as a Weapon
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:\nThis FREE course was developed to aid first responders in understanding\nand recognizing how fire can be used as a weapon against people\nand/or property. This course should also help first responders and\ninvestigators understand why a person would choose to use fire as a\nweapon\, as well as creating awareness of the types of information\nfire investigators may need from fire and emergency services\npersonnel. \nPrerequisite: It is highly recommended that individuals have\ncompleted (W0770) Fire Investigation: First Responders prior to attending\nthis course
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/fire-as-a-weapon/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fire
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250930T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250930T120000
DTSTAMP:20260620T053547
CREATED:20250630T202215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T202215Z
UID:18338-1759222800-1759233600@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT)
DESCRIPTION:CPAT Testing at MAAC\nThe MAAC Foundation\, in accordance with the IAFF and IAFC\, is proud to offer Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) testing to all interested candidates. The CPAT consists of eight activities designed to reflect the everyday operations firefighters may face. \nTypical Test Day Schedule\n· 9:00 AM – Orientation \n· 9:45 AM – Practice/Test \n· 10:30 AM – Practice/Test \n· 11:15 AM – Practice/Test \nHow to Register for the CPAT Exam\nOnce you have selected your preferred date\, please follow the steps below to register: https://candidates.nationaltestingnetwork.com/#/login \n· Create an account or log in \n· Click on Exams in the right-hand corner \n· Under Physical Ability Tests\, locate CPAT \n· Add CPAT to your cart and proceed to checkout \n· Complete your personal information \n· You will then be able to register for your orientation\, practice test\, and official exam
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/cpat-9-30-25/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:CPAT
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://maacfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/CPAT-pull.jpg
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