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2023 Professional Fire Fighter Program - Flex   

Fire Flex 2023-06:  June 26, 2023 - October 20, 2023

• Application deadline: June 23, 2023
• Online: June 26, 2023:  Access to online learning modules provided by email. You do not need to be at ESA for the online/theory part of the program. ESA will facilitate your online learning by providing the online learning materials, schedule and support.
• Practical Training Schedule - typically 9 am to 5 pm -official schedule will be provided with Acceptance Letter.
• September 1, 5 & 6, 2023 - practical training days - Spruce Grove Fire Services
• September 7 & 8, 2023 - location to be determined
• September 9, 2023 - ESA
• September 13, 14, 15, 25, 26, 27 & 28, 2023 - Lakeland College in Vermilion, AB
• October 10, 11 & 12, 2023 - Buck's Auto - Sherwood Park, AB
• October 16, 17 & 18, 2023 - Lakeland College in Vermilion, AB

​ESA DATES AND FEES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. Notice of any changes will be listed on this website and can be confirmed by contacting ESA by phone or email.

2024 Professional Fire Fighter Program - Flex   

Fire Flex 2024-02:  February 5, 2024 - May 31 2024

• Application deadline: January 22, 2024
• Online: February 5, 2024:  Access to online learning modules provided by email. You do not need to be at ESA for the online/theory part of the program. ESA will facilitate your online learning by providing the online learning materials, schedule and support.
• Practical Training Schedule - typically 9 am to 5 pm -official schedule will be provided with Acceptance Letter.

Fire Flex 2024-07:  July 2, 2024 - October 28, 2024

• Application deadline: June 17, 2024
• Online: Jully 2, 2024:  Access to online learning modules provided by email. You do not need to be at ESA for the online/theory part of the program. ESA will facilitate your online learning by providing the online learning materials, schedule and support.
• Practical Training Schedule - typically 9 am to 5 pm -official schedule will be provided with Acceptance Letter.

2023 Professional Fire Fighter Program - Enhanced 

Program Code - Fire 2023-03E+   March Intake 2023 - March 20, 2023 to June 12, 2023

• Application Deadline: March 13, 2023
• First Day of Program at ESA: Monday, March 20, 2023
• Last Official Day of Program: June 9, 2023
   

Program Code - Fire 2023-08E+   August Intake 2023 - August 8, 2023 to October 30, 2023

• Application Deadline: August 1, 2023
• First Day of Program at ESA: Tuesday, August 8, 2023
• Last Official Day of Program: Friday, October 27, 2023
• Fitness: Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 7:00-8:00am (Dates TBD)

ESA DATES AND FEES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. ​Notice of any changes will be listed on this website and can be confirmed by contacting ESA by phone or email.

ESA fees are subject to review and will be updated by October 1 of each calendar year.

2024 Professional Fire Fighter Program - Enhanced

Program Code - Fire 2024-03E+   March Intake 2024 - March 18, 2024 to June 10, 2024

• Application Deadline: Monday, March 4, 2024
• First Day of Program at ESA: Monday, March 18, 2024
• Last Official Day of Program: Friday, June 7, 2024
• Fitness: Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 7:00-8:00am (Dates TBD)
   

Program Code - Fire 2024-08E+   August Intake 2024 - August 12, 2024 to November 4, 2024

• Application Deadline: Monday, July 29, 2024
• First Day of Program at ESA: Monday, August 12, 2024
• Last Official Day of Program: Friday, November 1, 2024
• Fitness: Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 7:00-8:00am (Dates TBD)

2023 Program Dates

NFPA 1021 Fire Officer Level 1

(Course Code)- NFPA 1021 Fire Officer Level 1 2023-10

• October 30, 31, November 1, 2, 3 at ESA from 0900hrs to 1700hrs
• November 4, 2023 - Final Exam at ESA - time TBD
• Application deadline - Monday, October 23, 2023

NFPA 1001 Level I Firefighter

(Course Code) - NFPA 1001 Level I 2023-03

• March 20, 21, 22, 23 & 24, 2023 at ESA
• March 27, 28, 29, 30 & 31, 2023 at ESA
• April 3 & 4, 2023 at ESA
• April 17, 18 & 19, 2023 at SGFS (Spruce Grove Fire Services)
• April 26, 27 & 28, 2023 at LC (Lakeland College, Vermilion)
• May 8, 9, 10 & 11, 2023 at LC (Lakeland College, Vermilion.)

(Course Code) - NFPA 1001 Level I 2023-08

• August 8, 9, 10, 11, 2023 at ESA
• August 14, 15, 16, 17 & 18 2023 at ESA
• August 21, 22 & 23, 2023 at ESA
• September 1, 5 & 6, 2023 at SGFS (Spruce Grove Fire Services)
• September 13, 14 & 15, 2023 at LC (Lakeland College, Vermilion)
• September 25, 26, 27 & 28, 2023 at LC (Lakeland College, Vermilion.)

NFPA 1001 Level II Firefighter

(Course Code) - NFPA 1001 Level II 2023-03

• May 1, 2, 3, 4, 15 & 16, 2023 at ESA
• May 23, 24 & 25, 2023 at Buck's Auto (Sherwood Park)
• May 29, 30 & 31, 2023 at LC (Lakeland College, Vermilion)

(Course Code) - NFPA 1001 Level II 2023-08

• September 18, 19, 20 & 21, 2023 at ESA
• October 2 & 3, 2023 at ESA
• October 10, 11 & 12, 2023 at Buck's Auto (Sherwood Park)
• October 16, 17 & 18, 2023 at LC (Lakeland College, Vermilion)

NFPA 1072 Hazmat Operations

(Course Code) - NFPA 1072 Ops 2023-03

• April 10, 11, 12 & 13, 2023 at ESA
• April 20 & 21, 2023 at SCES (Strathcona County Emergency Services)
• April 22, 2023 at ESA

(Course Code) - NFPA 1072 Ops 2023-08

• August 28, 29, 30 & 31, 2023 at ESA
• September 7 & 8, 2023 at SGFS (Spruce Grove Fire Services
• September 9, 2023 at ESA

NFPA 1072 Hazmat Awareness & Operations (combined course)

(Course Code) - NFPA 1072 Combo 2023-03

• April 10, 11, 12 & 13, 2023 at ESA
• April 20 & 21, 2023 at SCES (Strathcona County Emergency Services)
• April 22, 2023 at ESA

(Course Code) - NFPA 1072 Combo 2023-08

• August 28, 29, 30 & 31, 2023 at ESA
• September 7 &, 8, 2023 at SGFS (Spruce Grove Fire Services)
• September 9, 2023 at ESA

NFPA 1002 Driver Operator 

(Course Code) - NFPA 1002 2023-03

• April 5 & 6, 2023 at ESA
• April 24 & 25, 2023 at LC (Lakeland College, Vermilion)

(Course Code) - NFPA 1002 2023-08

• August 24 & 25, 2023 at ESA
• September 11 & 12, 2023 at LC (Lakeland College, Vermilion)

NFPA 1051 Wildland

(Course Code) - NFPA 1051 2023-03

• May 17, 18, & 19, 2023 at ESA
• June 1, 2023 at SCES (Strathcona County Emergency Services)
• June 2, 2023 at SCES (Strathcona County Emergency Services)

(Course Code) - NFPA 1051 2023-08

• October 4, 5 & 6, 2023 at ESA
• October 19 & 20, 2023 at SCES (Strathcona County Emergency Services)

ESA Aquatic Spinal Rescue

(Course Code) - ESA Aquatic Spinal Rescue 2023-03 (ESA certificate only)

• May 26, 2023  - Sherwood Park Pool TBD

ESA Firefighter Survival Skills

(Course Code) - ESA Firefighter Survivor Skills 2023-03 (ESA certificate only)

• May 12, 2023 - location TBD

(Course Code) - ESA Firefighter Survivor Skills 2023-08 (ESA certificate only)

• October 13, 2023 - location TBD

 

ESA program dates and fees are subject to change.

2023 EMR Dates

Program Code - EMR 2023-08 (Full Time) - Tuesday, August 8, 2023 to Friday, September 29, 2023 - accepting applications for waitlist only

Application Deadline – Friday, July 28, 2023.  No further applications will be accepted after July 28, 2023. 

Access to Self Directed Learning – Will be provided at the mandatory orientation at ESA

Mandatory Orientation (First Day of Program) - Tuesday, August 8, 2023, 1700hrs  to 2000hrs - at ESA

ESA Classroom Sessions - Tuesday, September 5 to Friday, September 29, 2023, at ESA

• Week 1 - Tuesday to Saturday (Sep 5-9, 2023) - 0830 to 1630 hrs -Sat in lieu of September 4, 2023 (Labour Day)
• Week 2, 3 & 4 - Monday to Friday (Sep 11-29) - 0830 to 1630 hrs 

 

Program Code - EMR 2023-10 (Full Time) - Tuesday, October 10, 2023 to Friday, December 1, 2023 - accepting applications for waitlist only.

Application Deadline – Friday, September 29, 2023.  No further applications will be accepted after September 29, 2023. 

Access to Self Directed Learning – Will be provided at the mandatory orientation at ESA

Mandatory Orientation (First Day of Program) - Tuesday, October 10, 2023, 1700hrs  to 2000hrs - at ESA

ESA Classroom Sessions - Monday, November 6 to Friday, December 1, 2023, at ESA

• Week 1 - Monday to Friday (Nov 6-10, 2023) - 0830 to 1630 hrs
• Week 2 - Tuesday to Saturday (Nov 14-18, 2023) - Sat in lieu of Remembrance Day stat on Mon, November 13, 2023
• Week 3 & 4 - Monday to Friday (Nov 20-26 & Nov 27-Dec 1, 2023) - 0830 to 1630 hrs 

No Classes - Monday, November 13, 2023

 

Program Code - EMR 2023-12 (Full Time) - Tuesday, December 5, 2023 to Friday, January 26, 2024

Application Deadline – Friday, November 24, 2023.  No further applications will be accepted after November 24, 2023. 

Access to Self Directed Learning – Will be provided at the mandatory orientation at ESA

Mandatory Orientation (First Day of Program) - Tuesday, December 5, 2023, 1700hrs  to 2000hrs - at ESA

ESA Classroom Sessions - Tuesday, January 2, 2024 to Friday, January 26, 2024, at ESA

• Week 1 - Tuesday to Saturday (Jan 2-6, 2023) - 0830 to 1630 hrs -Sat in lieu of January 1, 2024 (New Years Day)
• Week 2, 3 & 4 - Monday to Friday (Jan 8-26) - 0830 to 1630 hrs 

 

Program Code - EMR 2023-12B (Part time/Weekends) - Thursday, December 7, 2023 to Sunday, March 17, 2024

Application Deadline – Friday, December 1, 2023.  No further applications will be accepted after December 1, 2023. 

Access to Self Directed Learning – Will be provided at the mandatory orientation at ESA

Mandatory Orientation (First Day of Program) - Thursday, December 7, 2023, 1700hrs  to 2000hrs - at ESA

ESA Classroom Sessions - Saturday, January 6, 2024 to Sunday, March 17, 2024, at ESA from 0830hrs to 1630hrs

• January 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28
• February 3, 4, 10, 11, 24, 24
• March 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17

No Classes - Family Day Weekend (Feb 17 & 18)

 

Program Code - EMR 2024-01 (Full Time) - Tuesday, January 9, 2024 to Friday, March 1, 2024

Application Deadline – Friday, December 29, 2023.  No further applications will be accepted after December 29, 2023. 

Access to Self Directed Learning – Will be provided at the mandatory orientation at ESA

Mandatory Orientation (First Day of Program) - Tuesday, January 9, 2024, 1700hrs  to 2000hrs - at ESA

ESA Classroom Sessions - Monday, February 5 to Friday, March 1, 2024, at ESA

• Week 1 - Monday to Friday (Feb 5-9, 2024) - 0830 to 1630 hrs
• Week 2 - Monday to Friday (Feb 12-16, 2024) - 0830 to 1630 hrs
• Week 3 - Monday to Friday (Feb 20-24, 2024) - 0830 to 1630 hrs - Tuesday to Saturday - Sat in lieu of Family Day stat on Mon, February 19, 2024
• Week 4 - Monday to Friday (Feb 26-Mar 1, 2024) - 0830 to 1630 hrs

No Classes - Monday, February 19, 2024

 

Program Code - EMR 2024-03 (Part time/Weekends) - Thursday, March 14, 2024 to Sunday, June 16, 2024

Application Deadline – Friday, March 1, 2024.  No further applications will be accepted after March 1, 2024. 

Access to Self Directed Learning – Will be provided at the mandatory orientation at ESA

Mandatory Orientation (First Day of Program) - Thursday, March 14, 2024, 1700hrs  to 2000hrs - at ESA

ESA Classroom Sessions - Saturday, April 6 to Sunday, June 16, 2023, at ESA from 0830hrs to 1630hrs

• April 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28
• May 4, 5, 11, 12, 25, 26
• June 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16

No Classes - Victoria Day Weekend - May 18 & 19, 2024

 

Program Code - EMR 2024-05 (Full Time) - Tuesday, May 7, 2024 to Friday, June 28, 2024

Application Deadline – Friday, April 26, 2024.  No further applications will be accepted after April 26, 2024. 

Access to Self Directed Learning – Will be provided at the mandatory orientation at ESA

Mandatory Orientation (First Day of Program) - Tuesday, May 7, 2024, 1700hrs  to 2000hrs - at ESA

ESA Classroom Sessions - Monday, June 3 to Friday, June 28, 2023, at ESA

•  Week 1, 2, 3 & 4 - Monday to Friday (Jun 3 - Jun 28) - 0830 to 1630 hrs 

 

Program Code - EMR 2024-07 (Full Time) - Tuesday, July 9, 2024 to Friday, August 30, 2024

Application Deadline – Friday, June 28, 2024.  No further applications will be accepted after June 28, 2024. 

Access to Self Directed Learning – Will be provided at the mandatory orientation at ESA

Mandatory Orientation (First Day of Program) - Tuesday, July 9, 2024, 1700hrs  to 2000hrs - at ESA

ESA Classroom Sessions - Tuesday, August 6 to Friday, August 30, 2024, at ESA

• Week 1 - Tuesday to Friday (Aug 6-9, 2024) - 0830 to 1630 hrs
• Week 2 - Monday to Saturday (Aug 12-17, 2024) - 0830 to 1630 hrs  - Monday to Saturday - Sat in lieu of Heritage Day stat on Mon, August 5, 2024
• Week 3 - Monday to Friday (Aug 19-23, 2024) - 0830 to 1630 hrs
• Week 4 - Monday to Friday (Aug 26-30, 2024) - 0830 to 1630 hrs

 

Program Code - EMR 2024-08 (Full Time) - Tuesday, August 6, 2024 to Friday, September 27, 2024

Application Deadline – Friday, July 26, 2024.  No further applications will be accepted after July 26, 2024. 

Access to Self Directed Learning – Will be provided at the mandatory orientation at ESA

Mandatory Orientation (First Day of Program) - Tuesday, August 6, 2024, 1700hrs  to 2000hrs - at ESA

ESA Classroom Sessions - Tuesday, September 3, 2024 to Friday, September 27, 2024, at ESA

• Week 1 - Tuesday to Saturday (Sep 3-7, 2024) - 0830 to 1630 hrs -Sat in lieu of Monday, September 2, 2024 (Labour Day)
• Week 2, 3 & 4 - Monday to Friday (Sep 9-27) - 0830 to 1630 hrs 

 

Program Code - EMR 2024-08B (Part time/Weekends) - Thursday, August 22, 2024 to Sunday, December 8, 2024

Application Deadline – Friday, August 9, 2024.  No further applications will be accepted after August 9, 2024. 

Access to Self Directed Learning – Will be provided at the mandatory orientation at ESA

Mandatory Orientation (First Day of Program) - Thursday, August 22, 2024, 1700hrs  to 2000hrs - at ESA

ESA Classroom Sessions - Saturday, September 21 to Sunday, December 8, 2024, at ESA from 0830hrs to 1630hrs

• September 21, 22, 28, 29
• October 5, 6, 19, 20, 26, 27
• November 2, 3, 16, 17, 23, 24, 30
• December 1, 7 & 8

No Classes - Thanksgiving Weekend - October 12 & 13, 2024 

                      Remembrance Day Weekend - November 9 & 10, 2024 

 

Program Code - EMR 2024-10 (Full Time) - Tuesday, October 8, 2024 to Friday, November 29, 2024

Application Deadline – Friday, September 27, 2024.  No further applications will be accepted after September 27, 2024. 

Access to Self Directed Learning – Will be provided at the mandatory orientation at ESA

Mandatory Orientation (First Day of Program) - Tuesday, October 8, 2024, 1700hrs  to 2000hrs - at ESA

ESA Classroom Sessions - Monday, November 4 to Friday, November 29, 2024, at ESA

• Week 1 - Monday to Friday (Nov 4-8, 2024) - 0830 to 1630 hrs
• Week 2 - Tuesday to Saturday (Nov 12-16, 2024) - Sat in lieu of Remembrance Day stat on Mon, November 11, 2024
• Week 3 & 4 - Monday to Friday (Nov 18-22 & Nov 25-29, 2024) - 0830 to 1630 hrs 

No Classes - Monday, November 11, 2024

 

 

The PCP Program at ESA consists of twenty-nine weeks of study:

• 100 hours (3-4 weeks) of pre-study including an Anatomy & Physiology online module
• 440 didactic hours (12 weeks) at ESA, followed by practicums;
• Clinical Practicum (Minimum 60 Hours)
• Ambulance Practicum (Minimum 192 Hours and 30 Calls).

The PCP Program at ESA is licensed by the Private Career Colleges branch of Alberta Advanced Education.

ESA DATES AND FEES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.  Notice of any changes will be listed on this website and can be confirmed by contacting ESA by phone or email.

2023 Program Dates

PCP 2023-04 (Program Code) - April 25, 2023 to November 13, 2023

• Application Deadline: Monday, March 27, 2023
• Application Competition: March 29, 2023 - April 5, 2023
• Competition Exam Dates: Wednesday, March 29, 2023 or Thursday, March 30, 2023 from 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm  
• Interviews/Skills Stations: April 3, 4 & 5, 2023 - to be scheduled between 8:30 am and 4:00 pm. 
• First Day of Program: Tuesday, April 25, 2023. Mandatory Orientation and introduction to A & P online module from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm at ESA. Uniform measurements will be completed following the orientation at ESA.
• Online Module: Offsite (not at ESA): To be started April 25, 2023 and completed before Tuesday, May 23, 2023.
• First Day and Last Day of Classes at ESA: The didactic portion of the program (lectures and practical training) starts May 23, 2023 and ends on August 11, 2023. Schedule to be provided at  orientation.
• Practicums:  Commence August/September 2023. Individual dates TBD.
• End Date of Program: November 13, 2023

PCP 2023-09 (Program Code) - September 5, 2023 to March 25, 2024

• Application Deadline: Thursday, August 3, 2023
• Application Competition: August 8, 2023 - August 16, 2023
• Competition Exam Dates: Tuesday, August 8, 2023 or Wednesday, August 9, 2023 from 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm 
• Interviews/Skills Stations: August 14, 15 & 16, 2023 - to be scheduled between 8:30 am and 4:00 pm.  
• First Day of Program: Tuesday, September 5, 2023. Mandatory Orientation and introduction to Pre-Study from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm at ESA. Uniform measurements will be completed following the orientation at ESA.
• Pre-Study: Offsite (not at ESA): To be started September 5, 2023 and completed before Monday, October 2, 2023.
• Fitness: Tuesday & Thursday, 7:00-8:00am (Dates TBD)
• First Day and Last Day of Classes at ESA: The didactic portion of the program (lectures and practical training) starts October 2, 2023 and ends on December 22, 2023. Schedule to be provided at  orientation.
• Practicums:  Commence January 2024. Individual dates TBD.
• End Date of Program: March 25, 2024

2024 Program Dates

PCP 2024-01 (Program Code) - January 2, 2024 to July 22, 2024

• Application Deadline: Thursday, November 23, 2023
• Application Competition: November 28, 2023 to December 6, 2023 
• Competition Exam Dates: Tuesday, November 28, 2023 or Wednesday, November 29, 2023 from 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm 
• Interviews/Skills Stations: December 4, 5 & 6, 2023 - to be scheduled between 8:30 am and 4:00 pm.  
• First Day of Program: Tuesday, January 2, 2024. Mandatory Orientation and introduction to Pre-Study from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm at ESA. Uniform measurements will be completed following the orientation at ESA.
• Pre-Study: Offsite (not at ESA): To be started January 2, 2024 and completed before Monday, January 29, 2024.
• Fitness: Tuesday & Thursday, 7:00-8:00am (Dates TBD)
• First Day and Last Day of Classes at ESA: The didactic portion of the program (lectures and practical training) starts January 29, 2024 and ends on April 19, 2024. Schedule to be provided at  orientation.
• Practicums:  Commence May 2024. Individual dates TBD.
• End Date of Program: July 22, 2024

PCP 2024-04 (Program Code) - April 8, 2024 to October 28, 2024

• Application Deadline: Thursday, March 7, 2024
• Application Competition: March 12, 2024 to March 21, 2024 
• Competition Exam Dates: Tuesday, March 12, 2024 or Wednesday, March 13, 2024 from 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm at ESA
• Interviews/Skills Stations: March 18, 19, 20 & 21, 2024 - to be scheduled between 8:30 am and 4:00 pm.  
• First Day of Program: Monday, April 8, 2024. Mandatory Orientation and introduction to Pre-Study from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm at ESA. Uniform measurements will be completed following the orientation at ESA.
• Pre-Study: Offsite (not at ESA): To be started April 8, 2024 and completed before Monday, May 6, 2024.
• Fitness: Tuesday & Thursday, 7:00-8:00am (Dates TBD)
• First Day and Last Day of Classes at ESA: The didactic portion of the program (lectures and practical training) starts May 6, 2024 and ends on July 26, 2024. Schedule to be provided at  orientation.
• Practicums:  Commence August/September 2024. Individual dates TBD.
• End Date of Program: July 26, 2024

PCP 2024-09 (Program Code) - September 3, 2024 to March 24, 2025

• Application Deadline: Thursday, August 1, 2024
• Application Competition: August 6, 2024 to August 15, 2024 
• Competition Exam Dates: Tuesday, August 6, 2024 or Wednesday, August 7, 2024 from 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm at ESA
• Interviews/Skills Stations: August 12, 13, 14 & 15, 2024 - to be scheduled between 8:30 am and 4:00 pm.  
• First Day of Program: Tuesday, September 3, 2024. Mandatory Orientation and introduction to Pre-Study from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm at ESA. Uniform measurements will be completed following the orientation at ESA.
• Pre-Study: Offsite (not at ESA): To be started September 3, 2024 and completed before Tuesday, October 1, 2024.
• Fitness: Tuesday & Thursday, 7:00-8:00am (Dates TBD)
• First Day and Last Day of Classes at ESA: The didactic portion of the program (lectures and practical training) starts October 1, 2024 and ends on December 20, 2024. Schedule to be provided at  orientation.
• Practicums:  Commence January 2025. Individual dates TBD.
• End Date of Program: March 24, 2025

​ESA DATES AND FEES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. Notice of any changes will be listed on this website and can be confirmed by contacting ESA by phone or email.

2023 Dates for MFR Full-time, Blended and Recertification

Course Code - MFR 2023-07

• July 24 - 28, 2023 - Theory
• July 31 - August 4, 2023 - Practical
• Application deadline - Wednesday, June 21, 2023

​In- Person delivery is the only option for this specfic course. The Blended delivery option is no longer available as the deadline to apply has passed.

2024 Dates for MFR Full-time, Blended and Recertification

Course Code - MFR 2024-03

• March 4 - 8, 2024 - Theory - Monday through Friday
• March 11 - 15, 2024 - Practical - Monday through Friday
• Application deadline for Blended course - Monday, February 5, 2024
• Application deadline for Full-time course - Monday, February 26, 2024

Course Code - MFR 2024-07

• July 29 - August 2, 2024 - Theory - Monday through Friday
• August 6 - 10, 2024 - Practical - Tuesday through Saturday
• Application deadline for Blended course - Tuesday, July 2, 2024
• Application deadline for Full-time course - Monday, July 22, 2024

 

EMR Refresher Programs

Please note, until further notice, ESA is offering the theory portion of the program using Zoom Meeting, an online classroom with live lectures format. Practical training will be provided at ESA.

EMR Refresher Programs- 2023

​​​​EMR Ref 2023-08 (Program Code): August 19, 20, 26 & 27, 2023 (Saturdays & Sundays)

• August 19 & 20, 2023 - theory online through ZOOM (not at ESA) - 0900hrs to 1600 hrs
• August 26 & 27, 2023 - practical training and final exam at ESA - 0800hrs - 1700 hrs
• Application Deadline: Thursday, July 27, 2023

​​​​EMR Ref 2023-10 (Program Code): October 28, 29 & November 4 & 5, 2023 (Saturdays & Sundays)

• October 28 & 29, 2023 - theory online through ZOOM (not at ESA) - 0900hrs to 1600 hrs
• November 4 & 5, 2023 - practical training and final exam at ESA - 0800hrs - 1700 hrs
• Application Deadline: Thursday, October 5, 2023

EMR Refresher Programs- 2024

​​​​EMR Ref 2024-01 (Program Code): January 13, 14, 20 &  21, 2024 (Saturdays & Sundays)

• January 13 & 14, 2024 - theory online through ZOOM (not at ESA) - 0900hrs to 1600 hrs
• January 20 & 21, 2024 - practical training and final exam at ESA - 0800hrs - 1700 hrs
• Application Deadline: Thursday, December 21, 2023

​​​​EMR Ref 2024-03 (Program Code): March 16, 17, 23 & 24, 2024 (Saturdays & Sundays) 

• March 16 & 17, 2024 - theory online through ZOOM (not at ESA) - 0900hrs to 1600 hrs
• March 23 & 24, 2024 - practical training and final exam at ESA - 0800hrs - 1700 hrs
• Application Deadline: Thursday, February 22, 2024

​​​​EMR Ref 2024-06 (Program Code): June 15, 16, 22 & 23, 2024 (Saturdays & Sundays) 

• June 15 & 16, 2024 - theory online through ZOOM (not at ESA) - 0900hrs to 1600 hrs
• June 22 & 23, 2024 - practical training and final exam at ESA - 0800hrs - 1700 hrs
• Application Deadline: Thursday, May 23, 2024

​​​​EMR Ref 2024-09 (Program Code): September 7, 8, 14 & 15, 2024 (Saturdays & Sundays) 

• September 7 & 8, 2024 - theory online through ZOOM (not at ESA) - 0900hrs to 1600 hrs
• September 14 & 15, 2024 - practical training and final exam at ESA - 0800hrs - 1700 hrs
• Application Deadline: Thursday, August 15, 2024

​​​​EMR Ref 2024-12 (Program Code): December 14, 15, 21 & 22, 2024 (Saturdays & Sundays) 

• December 14 & 15, 2024 - theory online through ZOOM (not at ESA) - 0900hrs to 1600 hrs
• December 21 & 22, 2024 - practical training and final exam at ESA - 0800hrs - 1700 hrs
• Application Deadline: Thursday, November 21, 2024

EMR "Entry to Practice" Exam Prep Courses - 2023

Program Code: ​EMR ETP Exam Prep 2023-10 - Oct 30, Nov 1 & Nov 6, 2023  at ESA - 1700 hrs to 2100 hrs

• Monday, Oct 30, 2023
• Wednesday, Nov 1, 2023
• Monday, Nov 6, 2023 
• Application Deadline- Wednesday, October 25, 2023

EMR "Entry to Practice" Exam Prep Courses - 2024

Program Code: ​EMR ETP Exam Prep 2024-01 - January 30, February 1 & February 6, 2024  at ESA - 1700 hrs to 2100 hrs

• Tuesday, January 30, 2024
• Thursday, February 1, 2024
• Tuesday, February 6, 2024
• Application Deadline - Thursday, January 25, 2024 

Program Code: ​EMR ETP Exam Prep 2024-04 - April 30, May 2 & May 7, 2024  at ESA - 1700 hrs to 2100 hrs

• Tuesday, April 30, 2024
• Thursday, May 2, 2024
• Tuesday, May 7, 2024
• Application Deadline - Thursday, April 25, 2024 

Program Code: ​EMR ETP Exam Prep 2024-07 - July 30, August 1 & August 6, 2024  at ESA - 1700 hrs to 2100 hrs

• Tuesday, July 30, 2024
• Thursday, August 1, 2024
• Tuesday, August 6, 2024
• Application Deadline - Thursday, April 25, 2024 

Program Code: ​EMR ETP Exam Prep 2024-10- October 29 , October 31 & November 5, 2024  at ESA - 1700 hrs to 2100 hrs

• Tuesday, October 29, 2024
• Thursday, October 31, 2024
• Tuesday, November 5, 2024
• Application Deadline - Thursday, October 24, 2024 

PCP Refresher Course - 2023

Program Code - PCP Ref 2023-10 - October 2, 2023 to January 19, 2024

• Application Deadline:  Wednesday, September 27, 2023
• Online Orientation through ZOOM: Tuesday, October 3, 2023 at 5:00 pm
• Online Study: - 14 weeks of online study with program materials provided October 2, 2023. Schedule of assignments and weekly review sessions will be provided October 2, 2023. Online study to be completed by January 7, 2023.
• Review and practical training: begins January 8, 2024
• January 8 to 12, 2024 practical training from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm at ESA. 
• January 15 to 19, 2024 practical training from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm at ESA .  Final examinations on January 19, 2024.

PCP "Entry to Practice" Exam Prep Courses - 2023

Program Code: ​PCP ETP Exam Prep 2023-10 - Oct 30, Nov 1 & Nov 6, 2023  at ESA - 1700 hrs to 2100 hrs

• Monday, Oct 30, 2023
• Wednesday, Nov 1, 2023
• Monday, Nov 6, 2023 
• Application Deadline - Wednesday, October 25, 2023

PCP "Entry to Practice" Exam Prep Courses - 2024

Program Code: ​PCP ETP Exam Prep 2024-01 - January 30, February 1 & February 6, 2024  at ESA - 1700 hrs to 2100 hrs

• Tuesday, January 30, 2024
• Thursday, February 1, 2024
• Tuesday, February 6, 2024
• Application Deadline - Thursday, January 25, 2024 

Program Code: ​PCP ETP Exam Prep 2024-04 - April 30, May 2 & May 7, 2024  at ESA - 1700 hrs to 2100 hrs

• Tuesday, April 30, 2024
• Thursday, May 2, 2024
• Tuesday, May 7, 2024
• Application Deadline - Thursday, April 25, 2024 

Program Code: ​PCP ETP Exam Prep 2024-07 - July 30, August 1 & August 6, 2024  at ESA - 1700 hrs to 2100 hrs

• Tuesday, July 30, 2024
• Thursday, August 1, 2024
• Tuesday, August 6, 2024
• Application Deadline - Thursday, April 25, 2024 

Program Code: ​PCP ETP Exam Prep 2024-10- October 29 , October 31 & November 5, 2024  at ESA - 1700 hrs to 2100 hrs

• Tuesday, October 29, 2024
• Thursday, October 31, 2024
• Tuesday, November 5, 2024
• Application Deadline - Thursday, October 24, 2024 

​ESA DATES AND FEES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. Notice of any changes will be listed on this website and can be confirmed by contacting ESA by phone or email.

NFPA 1006: Rope Rescue 1 - 2023

Rope 2023-10 - Starts October 30, 2023

• Option 1- NFPA 1006: Rope Rescue 1- IFSAC/ Proboard- Monday, October 30 to Saturday, November 4, 2023- 0900 to 1700 hrs, 6 days.
• Option 2- NFPA 1006: Rope Rescue 1- ESA Certificate Only- Monday, October 30 to Friday, November 3, 2023- 0900 to 1700 hrs, 5 days.
• This is the week following Fire 2023-08E+.
• Application Deadline:  Monday, October 23, 2023

NFPA 1006: Rope Rescue 1 - 2024

​Rope 2024-06 - Starts June 10, 2024

• Option 1- NFPA 1006: Rope Rescue 1- IFSAC/ Proboard- Monday, June 10 to Saturday, June 15, 2024 - 0900 to 1700 hrs, 6 days.
• Option 2- NFPA 1006: Rope Rescue 1- ESA Certificate Only- Monday, June 10 to Friday, June 14, 2024- 0900 to 1700 hrs, 5 days.
• This is the week following Fire 2024-03E+.
• Application Deadline:  Monday, June 3, 2024

Rope 2024-11 - Starts November 4, 2024

• Option 1- NFPA 1006: Rope Rescue 1- IFSAC/ Proboard- Monday, November 4 to Saturday, November 9, 2024- 0900 to 1700 hrs, 6 days.
• Option 2- NFPA 1006: Rope Rescue 1- ESA Certificate Only- Monday, November 4 to Friday, November 8, 2024- 0900 to 1700 hrs, 5 days.
• This is the week following Fire 2024-08E+.
• Application Deadline:  Monday, October 28, 2024

ITLS Provider - Basic or Advanced

• Next program dates "to be announced"

Please arrange to pick up your textbooks during business hours the week before the course start date.  A minimum of one week of pre-study is recommended.

Further dates TBA.

 

 

Ice Rescue 2024

Ice Rescue 2024-03 - Saturday, March 9, 2024 - 9:00am - 5:00 pm

• Application Deadline - Monday, March 4, 2024