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UID:18907-1767830400-1781827199@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:District 1 Volunteer Fire Academy - Winter 2026
DESCRIPTION:DATE& LOCATION\nJanuary 08\, 2026- June 18\, 2026\nTuesday & Thursday 6p-10p and Saturdays (8a-4p)\nMAAC \nCLASS DESCRIPTION & INFORMATION\nThe District 1 Fire Academy consists of initial firefighter training that will include\nstate certifications in Hazardous Material Awareness/Operations\, Firefighter I/II and\nall state required curriculum to function as a firefighter in the state of Indiana.\nParticipants must have municipal department sponsorship and full gear with\nSCBA’s. \nA minimum of 80% attendance throughout the Academy is required to be\neligible for testing. \nGraduation – June 19th 6:00PM \nCLASS SIZE IS LIMITED\nSyllabus Available in Acadis
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/district-1-fire-academy-winter-2025-2/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fire
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260408
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260611
DTSTAMP:20260605T193906
CREATED:20260209T042222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T042222Z
UID:19035-1775606400-1781135999@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Hazardous Material Technician Class
DESCRIPTION:This course provides emergency responders the knowledge and skills to meet the min. JPRs in NFPA 472\n\n\nFull Description\nThe purpose of the Hazardous Materials Technician course is to provide for the student already trained at the Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations level emergency responders with the knowledge and skills to meet the minimum job performance requirements as outlined in NFPA 472. Candidates must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to safely and effectively identify hazardous materials make the necessary notifications\, perform scene isolation\, public protection actions and defensive control measures at hazardous materials incidents\, identify chemical and physical properties\, toxicology; recognition and identification of hazardous materials; laws\, regulations\, and standards\, information resources; personal protective equipment; detection devices\, hazard and risk assessment\, and decontamination; drum handling\, damage assessment and tactical considerations\, and leak control; handling cylinder emergencies\, drum sampling\, and terminating the incident; and required documentation.\n\nCost: $100 lab fee per student\n(checks paid to MAAC Foundation)
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/hazardous-material-technician-class/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fire
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260530
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260621
DTSTAMP:20260605T193906
CREATED:20260514T204552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T204552Z
UID:19789-1780099200-1781999999@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Fire Officer Strategy & Tactics
DESCRIPTION:DATE& LOCATIONDate: 5/30/26 to 6/20/26Tuesday 6p-10pSat 8a-4p FormatLocation: Griffith FD St 3; 1601 N. Indiana AveClass will include one live fire day at the MAAC on 6/6/26 8a-4p\n\nCLASS DESCRIPTION & INFORMATIONThe purpose of the Fire Officer Strategy and Tactics course is to provide senior firefighters and entry level Fire Officers with the knowledge and skills to meet the minimum job performance requirements as outlined in NFPA 1021 sections 4.6.1 and 4.6.2. Candidates must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to function safely and effectively as the initial incident commander. This course is designed to give the candidates the ability to perform scene size up and make strategic and tactical decisions during the first 15 minutes of an incident.\n\nRegister Here for FOST: https://on.in.gov/FOSTGriffithD1\n\nRegister HERE for the Flashover day: https://on.in.gov/FlashoverJune2026D1 
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/fire-officer-strategy-tactics/
LOCATION:Griffith Fire Department Station 3\, 1601 N. Indiana Ave\, Griffith\, IN\, 46319\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fire
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260606T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260606T140000
DTSTAMP:20260605T193906
CREATED:20251004T130907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T190505Z
UID:18684-1780732800-1780754400@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:FLASHOVER/FIRE BEHAVIOR SKILLS -DISTRICT I
DESCRIPTION:DATE& LOCATIONJune 6\, 20268a-2p CSTMAAC\n\nCLASS DESCRIPTION & INFORMATIONThis course will be a presentation on modern fire behavior\, flow path\, building construction\, thermal imaging camera uses and limitations\, and fire attack utilizing the Max Fire Box prop and finish with live fire/flashover chamber evolutions. Full PPE and SCBA required; OSHA facial hair policies will be enforced.
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/flashover-fire-behavior-skills-district-i/
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:20260607T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260607T160000
DTSTAMP:20260605T193906
CREATED:20260514T220831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T220831Z
UID:19793-1780819200-1780848000@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Ventilation Skills Day - District I
DESCRIPTION:DATE& LOCATION6/7/268a-4pMAAC- Valparaiso\n\nCLASS DESCRIPTION & INFORMATIONStudents will be broken into companies and taught about pitched and flat roof ventilation. All topics will be covered from building construction\, roof access\, low visibility conditions\, roof issues\, along with saw maintenance and care. Afternoon session will end with real time scenarios allowing students to put their skills to use. Class will be based around the premise that all Students will have at least 4 opportunities to perform Ventilation Cuts.
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/ventilation-skills-day-district-i/
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:20260608T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260619T170000
DTSTAMP:20260605T193906
CREATED:20260414T183929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T183929Z
UID:19604-1780905600-1781888400@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:IAFF HazMat Training Event
DESCRIPTION:Please register for the upcoming IAFF HazMat Training event \nCourse:                HazMat Technician \nLocation:             MAAC Foundation Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN \nDates:                  June 8-19\, 2026 \nTime:                   8AM  – 5PM each day \n  \nREGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS: \nStep 1: Login HERE \n-Sign in if you are a Member/Existing user. \n-Non-members/first-time students\, you will need to create a new account. (Members/existing users should NOT create a new account as it will cause considerable complications with your records). \n  \nStep 2: Course Registration \n-Please follow the instructions that are located on the course registration page. A confirmation email will be sent to you after successful registration. \n  \nAdditional information: \n\nYou will need your IAFF Member ID number for class paperwork.\nOne month after completion of the Instructor-led course\, you will be sent an email containing a survey link. Completion of the online survey will generate your certificate.\n\nFor questions on registration\, contact: \n  \nRon Hassan   │   HazMat Training Coordinator \nHazMat Training Department \nINTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/iaff-hazmat-training-event/
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:20260608T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260608T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T193906
CREATED:20260522T180649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T180649Z
UID:19809-1780923600-1780930800@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Kids Self-Defense
DESCRIPTION:A parent’s first job is ensure the safety of their children. This class will give instruction on situational awareness and teach skills to help children to defend themselves. Taught by officers from Hammond Police Department\, this class teaches important components like:\nSituational AwarenessDefensive StancesStages of ResponseSelf-Defense Techniquesand Scenario-Based ApplicationClass cost is $10\nAges: This class is geared for kids ages 8-14.
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/kids-self-defense/
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:20260609T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260609T220000
DTSTAMP:20260605T193906
CREATED:20260319T182705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T215411Z
UID:19390-1781028000-1781042400@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-3-25-26-2-2-2-2-2/
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:20260615T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T220000
DTSTAMP:20260605T193906
CREATED:20260508T195645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T195645Z
UID:19766-1781546400-1785621600@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Course
DESCRIPTION:Emergency Medical Responders are a critical link between an emergency scene and the health care system.\nThis course will equip you with the basic knowledge and necessary skills to perform basic life-saving interventions at emergency scenes until more advanced medical personnel arrive.\n\nAfter successful completion of this course\, students will become eligible to sit for the Indiana State Exam to become an EMR.\n​The MAAC is proud to partner with United Way of Northwest Indiana to help make our EMR class more accessible to the community. Their support in covering a portion of the program costs reflects a shared commitment to building stronger\, safer communities while creating meaningful opportunities for individuals to grow\, serve\, and succeed.\n\nCourse Dates: June 15\, 2026 – August 1\, 2026Mondays & Thursdays(State Exam: Saturday August 1\, 2026 from 8AM – 2PM)\n\nLocation: MAAC Foundation4203 Montdale Park DriveValparaiso\, Indiana 46383\n\nTime: 6 PM-10 PM\n\nCost: $375\n\nFor more information: jim@maacfoundation.org\n\nRegister: bit.ly/maacemr
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/emergency-medical-responder-emr-course/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clinicians,CPR
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T193906
CREATED:20260221T141946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T141946Z
UID:19213-1781600400-1781611200@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-4-28-26-2-2-2-2-2-2/
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:20260620T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T160000
DTSTAMP:20260605T193906
CREATED:20240229T232713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T213902Z
UID:16205-1781940600-1781971200@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Light & Fight Live Fire Training
DESCRIPTION:DATE & LOCATION\nJune 20\, 2026\n730a-4p\nMichigan City Fire Department \nCLASS DESCRIPTION & INFORMATION\nObjectives\n● Hose line 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  \nRegister Here: https://on.in.gov/LightFightMCD1
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/district-1-live-fire-skills-day/
LOCATION:michigan city fire department\, 1021 Hitchcock\, Michigan City\, 46360\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fire
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T220000
DTSTAMP:20260605T193906
CREATED:20260319T182724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T215418Z
UID:19392-1782324000-1782338400@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-3-25-26-2-2-2-2-2-2/
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:20260627T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T193906
CREATED:20260313T144355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T182414Z
UID:19360-1782547200-1782561600@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-2-21-2/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,CPR
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260630
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261219
DTSTAMP:20260605T193906
CREATED:20260407T183237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T203342Z
UID:19579-1782777600-1797638399@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:District 1 Fire Academy - Summer 2026
DESCRIPTION:DATEJune 30\, 2026-December 18\, 2026Tuesday and Thursday 6p-10p and Saturdays (8a-4p)\n\nCLASS DESCRIPTION & INFORMATIONThe 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 have municipal department sponsorship and full gear with SCBA’s. A minimum of 80% attendance throughout the Academy is required to be eligible for testing.\nCLASS SIZE IS LIMITED\nSyllabus Available in Acadis (link below) \nRegister here: https://on.in.gov/D1SummerFireAcademy2026 
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/district-1-fire-academy-winter-2025-3/
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:20260630T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260630T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T193906
CREATED:20260221T141910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T141923Z
UID:19210-1782810000-1782820800@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-4-28-26-2-2-2-2-2/
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:20260707T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260707T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T193906
CREATED:20260221T142011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T142011Z
UID:19215-1783414800-1783425600@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-4-28-26-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
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:20260707T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260707T220000
DTSTAMP:20260605T193906
CREATED:20260319T182741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T215423Z
UID:19394-1783447200-1783461600@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-3-25-26-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
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:20260708T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T193906
CREATED:20260121T182004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T151246Z
UID:18987-1783531800-1783540800@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/fight-like-a-girl/
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:20260710T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260710T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T193906
CREATED:20260430T165633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T165633Z
UID:19709-1783675800-1783684800@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Frontline De-escalation
DESCRIPTION:For the first time ever\, the MAAC Foundation is opening one of its highly sought-after de-escalation courses to the public.\n\nOur Frontline De-Escalation Class is designed for anyone who works directly with people\, whether that’s face-to-face or over the phone. From customer service teams and healthcare staff to retail associates and public-facing professionals\, this course equips you with the tools to confidently navigate even the most challenging interactions.\n\nBuilt on real-life scenarios and hands-on learning\, participants will work through common workplace challenges and gain practical techniques to defuse tension\, communicate effectively\, and create safer\, more positive outcomes. These are the same strategies trusted by first responders\, now available to you. Come as an individual or bring your team.\n\n\nThis class will be July 10th from 9:30am to 12pm\nCost is $25 per person
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/frontline-de-escalation/
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:20260722T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260722T220000
DTSTAMP:20260605T193906
CREATED:20260319T182800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T215430Z
UID:19396-1784743200-1784757600@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-3-25-26-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
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:20260730T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T193906
CREATED:20260221T142041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T142041Z
UID:19217-1785402000-1785412800@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-4-28-26-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
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;VALUE=DATE:20260810
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261211
DTSTAMP:20260605T193906
CREATED:20230629T184348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T192630Z
UID:15451-1786320000-1796947199@maacfoundation.org
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:  \nTBD | Orientation (Mandatory for all registered students) @ 6 p.m. \nTBD | Class held Mondays & Thursdays + 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\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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T193906
CREATED:20260221T142116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T142116Z
UID:19219-1786438800-1786449600@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-4-28-26-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
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:20260811T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T220000
DTSTAMP:20260605T193906
CREATED:20260319T182826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T215436Z
UID:19398-1786471200-1786485600@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-3-25-26-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
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:20260819T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T193906
CREATED:20260520T161753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T161753Z
UID:19803-1787160600-1787169600@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Fight Like a Girl Women's Self-Defense Class
DESCRIPTION:Advanced Fight Like a Girl Women’s Self-Defense Course \nHave you taken our first Fight Like a Girl Women’s Self-Defense class? Take your confidence\, awareness\, and defensive skills to the next level in our Advanced Women’s Self-Defense Course\, led by experienced officers from the Hammond Police Department. This hands-on training is designed to empower participants through realistic instruction\, practical techniques\, and scenario-based application focused on personal safety and real-world preparedness. \nParticipants will build on core defensive principles while developing stronger response strategies in high-stress situations. \nCourse topics include: \n• Advanced Situational Awareness\n• Defensive Positioning & Movement\n• Threat Recognition and Response Levels\n• Practical Self-Defense Techniques\n• Verbal De-escalation Strategies\n• Scenario-Based Training Exercises\n• Realistic Application and Confidence Building \nThis course emphasizes empowerment\, preparedness\, and the ability to respond effectively under pressure in a supportive and professional environment. \nClass Cost: $10\nT-Shirts Available for Purchase\nAges 12+ \nRefund & Rescheduling Policy: \n• With at least 24-hour notice\, participants may choose either a refund (minus a 10% processing fee) or one complimentary class reschedule.\n• Cancellations made less than 24 hours before class are not eligible for a refund but may receive one complimentary reschedule.\n• Refunds are not available for cancellations of rescheduled classes or requests made after the scheduled class date.
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/advanced-fight-like-a-girl/
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:20260820T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T193906
CREATED:20260221T142144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T142144Z
UID:19221-1787216400-1787227200@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-4-28-26-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
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:20260826T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T220000
DTSTAMP:20260605T193906
CREATED:20260319T182916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T214943Z
UID:19400-1787767200-1787781600@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-8-26/
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:20260827T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T193906
CREATED:20260221T142209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T142209Z
UID:19223-1787821200-1787832000@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-4-28-26-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
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:20260829T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T193906
CREATED:20260319T182439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T203225Z
UID:19384-1787990400-1788004800@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-2-21-2-2/
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:20260919T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T130000
DTSTAMP:20260605T193906
CREATED:20260330T185934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T185934Z
UID:19500-1789808400-1789822800@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:First Responder Appreciation and Demonstration Day (FRADD)
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate First Responders at the 7th Annual First Responder Appreciation and Demonstration Day on Saturday\, September 19th\, from 9:00 AM-1:00 PM.We invite the community to join us at this FREE\, family-friendly event in honor of the courageous men and women of our local first responder departments.Event Features:– First Responder & K9 Demonstrations– Touch-A-Truck– A VR Shooting Gallery– Activities– Food Vendors– Helicopters– Raffle Prizes– And more!You don’t need any tickets! Find more info about this event by visiting bit.ly/fradd
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/first-responder-appreciation-and-demonstration-day-fradd-2/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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