Rescue Technician – Basic: This course provides a base from which to prepare students for a wide variety of possible rescue operations. Lectures and hands on will prove an overview in areas of specialized rescue, search, technical rescue management, risks and priorities, use of ropes, knots, and rope systems in a low angle environment, and establishment of landing zones for helicopter operations. Demonstrations, practice sessions and testing are included.
Prerequisites: Firefighter I, Basic Firefighter, or Firefighting Essentials. EMS only members should contact the academy for instructions.
REGISTRATION WILL OPEN July 13th, 2025 at 8AM.
Please note: All registrations will be put into a pending status until reviewed by SCFA Program Development staff. Do not call the office regarding registration. You will be notified via email.
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Session 1
Saturday, September 13, 2025
8:00 am - 4:00 pm -
Session 2
Sunday, September 14, 2025
8:00 am - 4:00 pm -
Session 3
Saturday, September 20, 2025
8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location: Suffolk County Fire Academy
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REGISTRATION WILL OPEN ON
Sunday, July 13, 2025 8:00 am