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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260810
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SUMMARY:Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Training Course
DESCRIPTION:Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Training Course – August 10 – December 10 \nLocation: The MAAC Foundation4203 Montdale Park DriveValparaiso IN 46383 \nCourse Dates:  \nJuly 29 | Mandatory Orientation for all registered students from 6 PM – 8 PM at the MAAC Foundation. Please bring your photo ID and computer. \nClass Starts August 10 | Class held Mondays & Thursdays from 6PM – 10 PM + some Saturday dates TBD \nTBD | Graduation \nTBD | State Practical Skills Exam \n**Entry into the EMT Course is first come\, first serve with full payment at time of registration**\nNorthwest Health & the MAAC Team Up to Offer Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Training Course Individuals interested in a career as an emergency medical technician (EMT) need look no further for a local training opportunity. Northwest Health is offering the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) course at the MAAC training campus located at 4203 Montdale Park Drive in Valparaiso\, Indiana! \nEMT Classes will be held at the MAAC every Monday and Thursday evenings\, from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Graduates will be eligible to sit for the National Registry Certification Exam upon successful course completion. The cost of the course is $1\,500. For specific course questions please contact Northwest Health Instructor Val Urello at val.urello@maacfoundation.org \nIf you applied for the Legacy Foundation scholarship\, you must still complete both the EMT course registration with full payment and the Legacy Foundation scholarship application. Scholarship funds will be awarded separately\, and recipients will be reimbursed based on the amount granted. \nEMT Class Refund Policy: Withdrawal or cancellation will be based on the date the request is received via email or in person (emails should be sent to Nicole Gladstone: nicole@maacfoundation.org). \n\nIf a student withdraws before 12:00 AM CST July 30 they may receive a full refund\, minus a $45 processing fee\nIf a student withdraws by 12:00 PM CST on August 17 (within the first week of class)\, 50% of registration fees will be refunded\, minus a $45 processing fee\nNo refunds will be issued after the first week of class.\n\nCPR Certification Required\nPlease note that a valid CPR Certification must be completed by August 10. The MAAC offers multiple CPR classes on campus to help you meet this requirement. View available classes here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/cpr. Questions or concerns? Please contact val.urello@maacfoundation.org or jim@maacfoundation.org.
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/emt-training/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:EMT
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261202
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SUMMARY:Fire Investigator I - District I
DESCRIPTION:DATE & LOCATION\nDecember 2 to March 13 (syllabus in acadis)\nWeds (6p-10p) and Saturdays (8a-4p)\nLocation: MAAC \nCLASS DESCRIPTION & INFORMATION\nPrimary resources: NFPA 1033 ““Professional Qualifications for Fire Investigator.” NFPA 921 “Guide for Fire and Explosion Investigations” \nThis program is intended for delivery to fire investigators\, police officers\, company-level officers\, and fire fighters who are involved in the investigation process. The program primarily consist of instruction and practical exercises in the areas of cause and origin determination\, report writing\, scene processing\, evidence handling\, and participate in practice courtroom testimonials. Topics on burn pattern recognition\, point of origin\, scene documentation\, interviewing techniques\, and scene safety will also be addressed at length. \nUpon completion\, students will have a base knowledge of arson investigation practices and will have had the opportunity to physically examine example fire scenes\, process evidence\, and participate in practice courtroom testimonies in front of legal counsel. \nRegister Here: https://on.in.gov/Invest1District1Dec2026
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/fire-investigator-i-district-i/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
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SUMMARY:GAMS Tactical Paramedic/Responder
DESCRIPTION:Online IBSC-Approved Flight Paramedic FP-C Review Course\n\nCourse Overview:The Certified Flight Paramedic (FP-C) exam is tailored for paramedics aspiring to work in or already engaged with air medical transport services. Rather than focusing solely on specific programs or patient demographics\, it demands a profound understanding of diverse transport environments\, spanning urban and austere operations. Mastery of advanced patient care pathophysiology\, coupled with proficiency in standards such as ACLS\, PALS\, NALS\, ITLS\, and industry accreditation\, is essential for success. Unlike entry-level assessments\, the FP-C exam evaluates seasoned paramedics’ aptitude in critical care intervention across various transportation modalities\, including ground ambulance\, helicopter\, aircraft\, and marine/boats. The FP-C certification targets licensed or certified paramedics specializing in air medical critical care practice\, acknowledging their expertise in prolonged field care in urban and austere settings.\n\nFP-C Recertification \nRecertification options for the Certified Flight Paramedic (FP-C) credential include the following:Complete the required continuing education (CE) credits \n\nThese recertification options ensure the certificate maintains competency and compliance with the domains listed on the Detailed Content Outline for the certification. Retaking the exam and or providing approved continuing education hours ensures compliance and continued competency are met.Eligibility Requirements for RecertificationHold an unrestricted license or certificate to practice as a paramedic\nComplete an approved examination application\nSubmit a paramedic license or certification for verification and approval\nAny restriction(s) must be reported to the IBSC\nComplete and submit 100 approved continuing education (CE) credits\nPay the required recertification fees\n\nHow is the Course Provided?eLearning Model: TAM-P ProgramOnline or In-Person: The course consists of an interactive PowerPoint presentation that is self-paced or instructor lead and includes quizzes after each session.\n\nAll course students receive the following certifications:IBSC In-Person: Approved Flight Paramedic Review Course Certificate: 20 CEUs\n\nWhat Will You Learn?\n\nIntroduction to Tactical & Austere Medicine\nCare Under Fire\nMassive Hemorrhage Management\nAirway Management\nRespiratory Management\nCirculatory Management\nHead Injury & Hypothermia Management\nTriage Considerations\nSecurity Response Considerations\nEvacuation Care\nEnvironmental Emergencies Pt.1 Heat & Cold Injuries\nEnvironmental Emergencies Pt. 2 Allergic Reaction\nEnvironmental Pt. 3: Inhalation & Electrical Injuries\nAdvanced Airway Management Pt. 1\nAdvanced Airway Management Pt. 2\nAcid-Base Balance & Ventilator Management\nAdvanced Cardiology Pt. 1\nAdvanced Cardiology Pt. 2\nFlight Physiology & Gas Laws\nBallistic\, Blast\, and Less Lethal Injuries\nTorso Trauma\nHead\, Neck\, and Spinal Injuries\nMusculoskeletal\, Soft Tissue\, and Burns
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/gams-tactical-paramedic-responder/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:EMT,Fire,Law Enforcement
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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/bls-cpr-12-8/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:CPR
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261212
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261218
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SUMMARY:Incident Safety Officer
DESCRIPTION:Provides fire personnel knowledge/skills for Incident Safety Officer outlined in NFPA 1521 Standard for Fire Department Safety Officer Professional Qualifications.  The goal of this course is to prepare students whom will be designated by an incident commander (IC) as the incident safety officer (ISO). This course will teach students how to monitor the various types of incidents including Fire\, EMS\, Technical Rescue\, and Hazardous Materials scenes\, and report to the IC the status of conditions\, hazards\, and risks present. It also covers accident investigation and review procedures as well as how to develop and participate in a post-incident analysis.
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/incident-safety-officer/
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:20261216T173000
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UID:20708-1797442200-1797451200@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! \nTaught by officers from Hammond Police Department\, this class teaches important components like \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. \nAges 12+ \nRefund and Rescheduling Policy: \n\nWith at least 24-hour notice\, you may choose between a refund (minus a 10% processing fee) or a complimentary class reschedule.\nIf notice is provided less than 24 hours before the class\, refunds are not available\, but you are eligible for one complimentary class reschedule.\nYou will not be eligible for a refund if you cancel a rescheduled class or request to cancel after the scheduled class date.
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/flag-12-16/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261219T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261219T160000
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UID:20330-1797665400-1797696000@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:LIGHT & FIGHT LIVE FIRE TRAINING-DISTRICT 1
DESCRIPTION:CLASS DESCRIPTION & INFORMATION\nObjectives\n● Hoseline deployment\, Hose line advancement in a building\, live fire attack\n● Backup crew/ RIT\, Softening the structure and throwing ladders\n● Working the training as the fire scene with a fire command and officers leading their crew.\n● Scene command and operations run by officers \n 
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/light-fight-live-fire-training-district-1/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fire
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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-12-19/
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:20261230T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261230T220000
DTSTAMP:20260707T183112Z
CREATED:20260707T183112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T183112Z
UID:20267-1798653600-1798668000@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/bls-cpr-12-30/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:CPR
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