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Fire and EMS Training Center

Hands-on Training in Fire and Emergency Medical Service

Waukesha County Technical College is proud to offer a wide variety of courses and specialized training opportunities to meet our community's fire and EMS needs.

A Wisconsin state-approved training center, WCTC provides hands-on skills training in our cutting-edge classrooms and labs.

Contact Information

WCTC Fire and EMS Training Center

fireEMS@wctc.edu
262.691.5541
Building S, Room S-232

Initial Fire and EMS Certification Courses

Firefighter I

Learn, develop and practice the practical skills required to perform as a firefighter, while also receiving the didactic theory required to support those skills and related firefighting functions. This course extends past the entry-level courses to better prepare the student to function as a firefighter while also providing the necessary education and skills to be eligible for WTCS Firefighter I certification testing.

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Emergency Medical Technician

Emergency medical services providers are the first to respond to emergency calls. In this 5-credit technical diploma, develop the skills and knowledge necessary to assess and manage all types of injuries and acute illnesses, while providing safe and rapid transport to a medical facility. Learn about airway management, bleeding and shock, emergency childbirth and automated defibrillation.

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Fire and EMS Continuing Education

Fire Certification Courses

Explore upcoming fire certification courses offered at WCTC, including firefighter, fire inspector, fire officer and more.

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EMS Continuing Education

WCTC offers continuing education and refresher courses for all EMS provider levels in a variety of formats.

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Associate Degree Programs

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Paramedic Technician

Learn to manage emergency patient care and treatment, provide advanced life support, administer medications and perform interventions.

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Fire Medic

Develop skills in emergency medical response, and learn about fire behavior, firefighter safety and effective emergency response.

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Fire Protection Technician

Learn from experienced firefighters and practice hands-on skills using state-of-the-art training facilities and equipment.

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Fire and EMS Employment

Many students gain part-time employment after taking Firefighter I or EMT. Some departments will even hire students with no Fire/EMS experience and will pay for basic certification courses. Certification courses or associate degrees can prepare you for a full career in Fire/EMS. WCTC can help prepare you for interviews and connect you to employers.

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Sponsorship for Fire and EMS Courses

Sponsorship or employment is not required to enroll in FireFighter I, FireFighter II or EMS Courses. However, gaining employment or sponsorship prior to attending may allow for gear and supplies to be provided by the department or organization you are affiliated with, along with gaining valuable hands-on insight into the industry and future career opportunities.

Employment Resources

Check out these helpful resources for fire and EMS employment:

Resources for Fire Departments and EMS Organizations

Fire and EMS departments and organizations can request customized training for their members, explore WCTC resources and rentals, post open positions for qualified students and more.

Request a Training

Looking for customized training? Submit a training request for your department. Trainings are scheduled on average 90 days after the request is submitted.

Fire Ground Rentals

WCTC offers annual facilities agreements to local agencies and organizations for use of the WCTC Fire Training Grounds with their own department. View the terms of the agreement. For more information, contact chull1@wctc.edu.

Post Open Positions

Employers are invited to post open jobs on Handshake, a free online resource that connects you to talented students and alumni statewide.

Update Your Department Contacts

Stay in touch to find out about upcoming events, career fairs, employment opportunities and more. To update the contact information for your department or organization, email fireEMS@wctc.edu.