Upcoming Classes at the MAAC
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Strength in Stillness Meditative Yoga for First Responders Porter County first responders are encouraged to come experience the benefits of meditation and yoga, courtesy of the Porter County Health Department. Accessible for all skill and flexibility levels. Potential benefits include: Reduced risk for PTSD, improved coordination and strength, improved resilience and mood, and reduced blood… 
DATE& LOCATION July 10, 2025-December 6, 2025 Thursday 6p-10p and Saturdays (8a-4p) MAAC CLASS DESCRIPTION & INFORMATION The District 1 Fire Academy consists of initial firefighter training that will include state certifications in Hazardous Material Awareness/Operations, Firefighter I/II and all state required curriculum to function as a firefighter in the state of Indiana. Participants must… 
DATE& LOCATION October 6, 2025- October 27, 2025 (syllabus in Acadis) Mon/Thurs (6p-10p) and Saturdays (8a-4p) MAAC-Valparaiso CLASS DESCRIPTION & INFORMATION This course provides firefighting personnel with the knowledge and skills to meet the minimum job performance requirements as outlined in NFPA 1041: Standard for Fire Service Instructor Professional Qualifications. The objectives of the course… 
DATE & LOCATION October 6, 2025 - December 19, 2025 Monday thru Friday 7am-4:30pm CST MAAC-Valparaiso Academy includes: HazMat Awareness/Ops Firefighter I/II Public Fire & Life Safety Educator I Tech-Rescue Awareness ICS 100, 200, 700 & 800. Acadis Course #:FA220506 Registrants MUST have department sponsorship |
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The American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification class is designed for medical professionals. you will learn: High-quality CPR for adults, children, and infants The AHA Chain of Survival, specifically the BLS components Important early use of an AED Effective ventilations using a barrier device Importance of teams in multirescuer resuscitation and performance as an… |
4 classes,
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. Camping is available contact Brenden "Goody" Goodman at 574-292-4561 to secure your site. Maier Pheasant Farm, Bremen, IN 65450 Fir Rd, Bremen, IN 46506 Civilians cost… |
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2025 Fire Investigator CE Conference – District 1 Date: November 6, 2025Time: 8 AM – 4 PMLocation: MAAC – Valparaiso This conference qualifies for 8 hours of CE credit toward Fire Investigator Re-Certification.Topics will be announced soon. |
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4 classes,
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The American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification class is designed for medical professionals. you will learn: High-quality CPR for adults, children, and infants The AHA Chain of Survival, specifically the BLS components Important early use of an AED Effective ventilations using a barrier device Importance of teams in multirescuer resuscitation and performance as an… |
4 classes,
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DATE& LOCATION Nov 14, 2025 6p-10p (lecture) Bulldog Park-Crown Point Nov 15, 2025 8a-5p (Skills/Swim Test) 183 S West St, Crown Point, Nov 16, 2025 8a-4p (Skills Eval/Written Test) IN 46307 CLASS DESCRIPTION & INFORMATION Equipment Needed: Cold Water Emersion/Swiftwater Suit, Pfd’s SWIM TEST Required for Tech Certification-Copy of Swim Test in course materials in… |
5 classes,
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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. WHAT DOES THIS COURSE TEACH? Describe how high-quality CPR improves survival Explain the concepts of the Chain of Survival Recognize when someone needs CPR Perform high-quality…
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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. Created for Responders by Responders, this highly regarded program is being implemented across… |
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Our Fight Like a Girl Women’s Self-Defense Course is back! Learn how to keep yourself safe with self-defense basics, taught by instructors from the Hammond Police Department. Participants will learn: Situational Awareness Defensive Stances Stages of Response Self-Defense Techniques and Scenario-Based Application Class cost is $10 and T-Shirts will be available for sale. |
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5 classes,
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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. WHAT DOES THIS COURSE TEACH? Describe how high-quality CPR improves survival Explain the concepts of the Chain of Survival Recognize when someone needs CPR Perform high-quality…
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Responder Training Course Announcement The National TIM Responder Training Program was developed by responders for responders, and was designed to promote consistent training of all responders to achieve the three objectives of the TIM National Unified Goal (NUG): - Responder Safety - Safe, Quick Clearance - Prompt, Reliable, Interoperable Communications The target audience for this… |
