
There are over 22 million alternative fuel vehicles in the U.S. The Alternative Fuel Vehicles Training Program was created to assist firefighters in managing the challenges of these technologies.
It covers common fuel systems, key components, safety precautions, and incident procedures for vehicles like electric, hybrid, hydrogen, natural gas, and propane.
The program includes four hours of classroom instruction and four hours of hands-on training, focusing on electric vehicle extrication and fire operations.
FREE – COURTESY OF THE GARY SINISE FOUNDATION
Date: November 13, 2026
Location:
MAAC Training Campus
4203 Montdale Dr
Valparaiso, IN 46383
Time: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Upcoming Fire Classes
ICE RESCUE OPS/TECH – DISTRICT 1
Dates & Location: 12/30/26 Lecture MAAC 1/23/27 Skills Lake County Fairgrounds Written test 1/27/27 Class Description & Information: This course is a specialized training program designed for public safety personnel, firefighters, and rescue teams to safely respond to ice and cold-water emergencies. You must enroll in Acadis for both courses. SKILLS STATIONS WILL INCLUDE: – STATION 1 COLD WATER EMERSON SUIT – STATION 2 SELF RESCUE – STATION 3 ROPES, KNOTS, SLING – STATION 4 THROW BAGS – STATION 5…
Unseen Advocates: The Vital Role of First Responders in Domestic Violence Response
“Unseen Advocates: The Vital Role of First Responders in Domestic Violence Response” is a 4-hour training designed to equip law enforcement, fire, EMS, and allied professionals with theknowledge and tools to effectively respond to domestic violence incidents, with a focused emphasis on strangulation cases. The program explores how non-physical and physical forms of violence impact victims, how trauma affects the brain and body, and why understanding these dynamics is vital for firstresponders. Participants will learn how to recognize both visible…
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