Additional Training and Registration Information

Training Schedule

Printer-friendly versions of the schedule can be downloaded here (the printer-friendly schedule is not updated to reflect course changes throughout the semester):

To return to the online version of the schedule, click here.

Course Formats

Courses are offered in multiple formats and are labeled as such in the Training Schedule:
  • Online: 100% virtual
  • In-person: 100% in-person
  • Hybrid: combination of online and in-person class sessions

Class Times

Unless otherwise noted, classes held on weekdays (Monday-Thursday) run from 6:45 PM until 10:45 PM and classes held on weekends (Saturdays and Sundays) run from 8:15 AM until 4:45 PM.

Registration Fees

Fees are listed on the training schedule for each course. In most cases, Montgomery County firefighters will receive a discount (second column) over the "out of county" price (first column). All fees listed are for Pennsylvania residents. Students who are not Pennsylvania residents should call (610) 278-3500 and ask to speak with the Registrar concerning course fees. Fees are subject to change.

Registration Form

To download a copy of the Course Registration Form, click here, or, click the links within the Status column of the training schedule. When complete, the form can be emailed, mailed, or faxed to the Fire Academy.

Email: cynthia.myers@montgomerycountypa.gov

Mail:

Montgomery County Fire Academy
ATTN: Registrar
1175 Conshohocken Road
Conshohocken, PA 19428

Fax: (610) 278-3499

Students must register at least 10 calendar days prior to the scheduled start date of training. Registrations received less than 10 days before the start date of training are accepted at the discretion of the Training Coordinator.

Medical Release

Students starting the Pennsylvania Entry Level Fire Fighter Curriculum must also submit a completed Medical Release Form. 

Course Changes

All courses are subject to change based on enrollment, instructor availability, and other factors. Any class without a minimum of 15 registered students may be canceled at the discretion of the course coordinator. Students enrolled in a course that must be rescheduled, modified, or canceled will be notified via the e-mail address provided on the registration form.

The online schedule will be updated throughout the semester if any changes need to be made. The printer-friendly course schedule will not be updated.

Course Descriptions

To view a full description (including topics covered, prerequisites, required supplies/equipment, and course length) of any course offered this semester, click on the name of the course in the list below. For descriptions of all courses, view the Course Catalog.

PA Act 155 of 2022

The minimum age to register for Interior Firefighter (ELIF, MCFA #4004) has been reduced from 18 to 17, as long as parent/guardian AND fire chief consent is received. The parent/guardian and fire chief consent form (Act 155 Permission Form) will be required at the time of registration. Without proper consent, the minimum age will remain at 18.

Act 155 Permission Form

Questions

If you have any additional questions, please contact Registrar Cindy Myers at (610) 278-3500 or cynthia.myers@montgomerycountypa.gov.