The Division of Fire Standards and Training and Emergency Medical Services recognizes that its primary mission is to increase the capability of the entire New Hampshire Fire and Emergency Medical Services through the application of the best methodologies and techniques in education and practice.

We believe in the achievement of excellence in our services through dedication, teamwork, and open communication.

We are committed to exceeding expectations through the efficient research, development and delivery of all aspects of fire and emergency medical service training, education, and administration.

Director Deborah A. Pendergast oversees the Division of Fire Standards and Training and Emergency Medical Services, a division within the New Hampshire Department of Safety. Her duties include overseeing the state’s Fire Academy in Concord, fire training curriculum and certification, as well as oversight of the Bureau of Emergency Medical Services. Her duties are outlined in state law (RSA 21-P:12-a and RSA 21-P:12-b). The Fire Academy includes an administration/classroom building, 72-bed dormitory, 2-bay fire station (drive through), training ground (2 burn buildings, flashover simulator, and other props), and many mobile props that are used throughout the state. The New Hampshire Fire Academy serves as the Northeast regional training facility for Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Personnel. Additionally the Division is in the process of constructing a new training facility in the North Country.

NOTE: For information regarding Fire and EMS Training throughout the state, visit:	EMS Licensing Process
Scheduled Training & Events Page (Fire Courses)
Course and Exam Schedule (EMS Courses & Exams) Online Training Resources (NHoodle)

	News and Events
	March 17, 2014 NEW! Online Help Desk Ticket - to report issues with online programs and resources.
	March 1, 2014 Please visit our NHOODLE site for Online Learning Academy, eProX, and our Helpdesk Ticket.
	February 28, 2014 NH Spinal Injury Protocol Trailer - Click the link to view the informational video on YouTube.
	August 22, 2013 North Country Training Facility information
	Of Interest
	Current Homeland Security Training, Policy and Documents Overtime Backfill Reduction in Coverage Notice! Posted March 25th, 2013 Homeland Security Grant Training Reimbursement Packet Posted March 26th, 2014 NOTE: This is information on grant funded training reimbursement for overtime/backfill, pay reimbursemtn for call firefighters and stipend for volunteer firefighters. This is for CURRENT programs. Overtime and Backfill Policy   Sign up for periodic updates by subscribing to the FST & EMS mailing list Course and Exam Schedule General Admission Application Hiring Requirements Explained EMS Best Practices Entrance Test Information