Class Schedule

All courses are for Nashville Fire Department employees only, unless specifically stated within the course description.  Due to limited class size and offerings, preference will be given to active employees.

 When enrolling into a course you must enter your name (as you wish it to appear on the course completion card) and a valid email address.

Only active Firefighters are eligible for FF Inservice.

If you are an EMS retiree, the same rules apply as active employees.  Classes will start on-time and no late entry is allowed.  You must have all precourse work completed and you must have a student manual with you on the day of the class.  If any of these conditions are not met, you will be asked to reschedule. 

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - Renewal

Paramedics Only

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - Renewal

Paramedics Only

2026 EMS Winter In-Service - AEMT

2026 EMS Winter In-Service - AEMT

Please read all of this information!

This in-service is mandatory for EMS division employees as well as credentialed fire suppression paramedics unless excused by Chief Smith.

THIS CLASS WILL BE HELD AT:

2845 Elm Hill Pike
Nashville, TN 37214

  • Class B uniform (polo shirt, long pants) is required to attend this inservice. Must adhere to grooming standards

  • Personnel must use their departmental email address when registering and a confirmation email will be sent once registraion is complete.

  • Must be scheduled on your off-duty days. Shift swaps or attendance while on leave (e.g., vacation, personal leave, holiday, sick, and IOD) are not allowed.

  • Class will start on-time and you must be present for the entire class to receive credit. (0800-1600).

  • Please note the extended class time for this In-Service. 1 hour will be given for lunch. Lunch not provided.

  • SPACE IS LIMITED. Arrive early to sign in prior to start time.

 
Retired employees please contact Captain Billy Denton to schedule at (615) 862-5477 or billy.denton@nashville.gov.

*Attendance is mandatory unless excused by Chief Smith.

2026 EMS Winter In-service (Fire Suppression Paramedics)

 

2026 EMS Winter In-Service (Fire Suppression Paramedics)

Please read all of this information!

This in-service is mandatory for EMS division employees as well as credentialed fire suppression paramedics unless excused by Chief Fred Smith.

THIS CLASS WILL BE HELD AT:

2845 Elm Hill Pike
Nashville, TN 37214

  • Class B uniform (Polo shirt, long pants) is required to attend this inservice. Must adhere to grooming standards

  • Personnel must use their departmental email address when registering and a confirmation email will be sent once registraion is complete.

  • Must be scheduled on your off-duty days. Shift swaps or attendance while on leave (e.g., vacation, personal leave, holiday, sick, and IOD) are not allowed.

  • Class will start on-time and you must be present for the entire class to receive credit. (0800-1000).

  • SPACE IS LIMITED. Arrive early to sign in prior to start time.

 
Retired employees please contact Captain Billy Denton to schedule at (615) 862-5477 or billy.denton@nashville.gov.

*Attendance is mandatory unless excused by Chief Smith.

2026 EMS Winter In-Service Paramedic

2026 EMS Winter In-Service - Paramedic

Please read all of this information!

This in-service is mandatory for EMS division employees as well as credentialed fire suppression paramedics unless excused by Chief Smith.

THIS CLASS WILL BE HELD AT:

2845 Elm Hill Pike
Nashville, TN 37214

  • Class B uniform (polo shirt, long pants) is required to attend this inservice. Must adhere to grooming standards

  • Personnel must use their departmental email address when registering and a confirmation email will be sent once registraion is complete.

  • Must be scheduled on your off-duty days. Shift swaps or attendance while on leave (e.g., vacation, personal leave, holiday, sick, and IOD) are not allowed.

  • Class will start on-time and you must be present for the entire class to receive credit. (0800-1600).

  • Please note the extended class time for this In-Service. 1 hour will be given for lunch. Lunch not provided.

  • SPACE IS LIMITED. Arrive early to sign in prior to start time.

 
Retired employees please contact Captain Billy Denton to schedule at (615) 862-5477 or billy.denton@nashville.gov.

*Attendance is mandatory unless excused by Chief Smith.

Advanced Medical Life Support (AMLS) Day 1 of 2

This is a two-day provider course. You must attend day 1 and 2 to receive credit for course completion.

 

Course Description:

The Advanced Medical Life Support (AMLS) course is designed for healthcare professionals who are involved in the management of critically ill patients. This course enhances the participant's ability to assess and manage complex medical emergencies effectively.

Key Learning Objectives:

  1. Assessment Skills: Develop advanced assessment techniques to recognize life-threatening conditions.

  2. Management Strategies: Learn to implement advanced intervention strategies, including pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments.

  3. Critical Thinking: Enhance critical thinking and decision-making skills in high-pressure situations.

  4. Team Coordination: Improve teamwork and communication skills essential for effective patient care in emergencies.

  5. Case Studies: Analyze real-world scenarios to apply learned concepts in practical settings.

Advanced Medical Life Support (AMLS) Day 2 of 2

This is a two-day provider course. You must attend day 1 and 2 to receive credit for course completion.

Course Description:

The Advanced Medical Life Support (AMLS) course is designed for healthcare professionals who are involved in the management of critically ill patients. This course enhances the participant's ability to assess and manage complex medical emergencies effectively.

Key Learning Objectives:

  1. Assessment Skills: Develop advanced assessment techniques to recognize life-threatening conditions.

  2. Management Strategies: Learn to implement advanced intervention strategies, including pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments.

  3. Critical Thinking: Enhance critical thinking and decision-making skills in high-pressure situations.

  4. Team Coordination: Improve teamwork and communication skills essential for effective patient care in emergencies.

  5. Case Studies: Analyze real-world scenarios to apply learned concepts in practical settings.

All Hazards Disaster Response (AHDR)

The All-Hazards Disaster Response (AHDR) course employs a systems-based approach to disaster preparedness and response, focusing on caring for ill and injured patients during a mass-casualty incident or disaster. The course teaches students how to respond to the many types of disaster scenarios they may encounter, including natural disasters, infrastructure failings, fires and radiological events, pandemics, active shooter incidents, and other mass-casualty events. AHDR educates participants on the critical actions required to support patient and practitioner safety during disaster response.  

Topics covered in the course include: 

  • Incident Command System
  • Communicating effectively during disasters 
  • Mutual aid and interoperability 
  • PPE and infectious diseases 
  • Managing resources such as supplies, medications, and equipment 
  • Incendiary devices and blast injuries 
  • Triage and transport strategies and challenges 
  • Patient tracking and evacuation 
Crisis Intervention Training (2-Day, 16-Hour)

This two-day, 16-hour training brings together Nashville Fire Department personnel, Metro Nashville Police Department officers, mental health counselors, and REACH personnel to strengthen collaborative response to mental health crises in the community. The course emphasizes practical skills in crisis de-escalation, scene safety, interagency communication, and coordinated care planning. Participants will engage in scenario-based exercises and guided discussions designed to improve their ability to recognize signs of mental health emergencies, apply evidence-based intervention strategies, and connect patients with appropriate resources. By the end of the course, attendees will be better equipped to provide safe, effective, and compassionate care while working seamlessly across disciplines.

Notice to participants:

This is a 2-day class. 0800-1700. 1-hour given for lunch

All participants must attend both days

Location: Mental Health Cooperative located at 215 Cumberland Bend, Nashville, TN 37228

Must bring a set of earbuds or headphones that will pair with their personal phones

Class B uniform required

Must be on time or will not be allowed into class

Emergency Pediatric Care (EPC) Day 1 of 2

Course Description:

This is a two-day, 16-hour provider course. You must attend both days to receive a course completion certificate.

The Emergency Pediatric Care (EPC) course is designed for healthcare professionals who care for children in emergency settings. This course provides essential knowledge and skills for the assessment, management, and treatment of pediatric patients experiencing acute medical and traumatic emergencies.

Key Learning Objectives:

  1. Pediatric Assessment: Develop skills to perform comprehensive assessments tailored to infants, children, and adolescents.
  2. Recognition of Emergencies: Identify common pediatric emergencies, including respiratory distress, cardiac events, and trauma.
  3. Intervention Techniques: Learn age-appropriate interventions, including medication administration, airway management, and fluid resuscitation.
  4. Communication Skills: Enhance communication techniques with children and their caregivers to ensure effective care delivery.
  5. Team Dynamics: Improve collaboration and coordination among healthcare teams in pediatric emergency scenarios.
Emergency Pediatric Care (EPC) Day 2 of 2

Course Description:

This is a two-day, 16-hour provider course. You must attend both days to receive a course completion certificate.

The Emergency Pediatric Care (EPC) course is designed for healthcare professionals who care for children in emergency settings. This course provides essential knowledge and skills for the assessment, management, and treatment of pediatric patients experiencing acute medical and traumatic emergencies.

Key Learning Objectives:

  1. Pediatric Assessment: Develop skills to perform comprehensive assessments tailored to infants, children, and adolescents.
  2. Recognition of Emergencies: Identify common pediatric emergencies, including respiratory distress, cardiac events, and trauma.
  3. Intervention Techniques: Learn age-appropriate interventions, including medication administration, airway management, and fluid resuscitation.
  4. Communication Skills: Enhance communication techniques with children and their caregivers to ensure effective care delivery.
  5. Team Dynamics: Improve collaboration and coordination among healthcare teams in pediatric emergency scenarios
EMT Refresher Course (24-hours) Day 1 of 3

This is a 3-day course. You must sign up for and attend all 3 days to receive a course completion certificate. Partial credit will not be awarded for the class.

 There are NO pre-course materials required for this class.

EMT Refresher Course Description:

The EMT Refresher course is designed to provide current and recently expired EMTs with the necessary training and updates to maintain or renew their certification. This course follows the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) and state guidelines, ensuring participants remain proficient in essential life-saving skills, protocols, and emergency care practices.

Course Highlights:

  • Medical Emergency Updates: Review of the latest protocols in managing cardiac, respiratory, diabetic, and other medical emergencies.
  • Trauma Care: Reinforcement of trauma patient assessment and management, including bleeding control, fractures, and spinal injuries.
  • Advanced Airway Management: Hands-on practice with airway techniques, oxygen therapy, and suctioning, emphasizing updated guidelines.
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) & AED: Refresher on the latest resuscitation science, with practical application of CPR and AED techniques.
  • Special Populations: Overview of emergency care considerations for pediatrics, obstetrics, geriatrics, and other special patient groups.
  • Legal and Ethical Updates: Review of recent changes in EMT-related legal responsibilities, consent, and patient rights.
EMT Refresher Course (24-hours) Day 2 of 3

This is a 3-day course. You must sign up for and attend all 3 days to receive a course completion certificate. Partial credit will not be awarded for the class.

 There are no pre-course materials required for this class.

EMT Refresher Course Description:

The EMT Refresher course is designed to provide current and recently expired EMTs with the necessary training and updates to maintain or renew their certification. This course follows the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) and state guidelines, ensuring participants remain proficient in essential life-saving skills, protocols, and emergency care practices.

Course Highlights:

  • Medical Emergency Updates: Review of the latest protocols in managing cardiac, respiratory, diabetic, and other medical emergencies.
  • Trauma Care: Reinforcement of trauma patient assessment and management, including bleeding control, fractures, and spinal injuries.
  • Advanced Airway Management: Hands-on practice with airway techniques, oxygen therapy, and suctioning, emphasizing updated guidelines.
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) & AED: Refresher on the latest resuscitation science, with practical application of CPR and AED techniques.
  • Special Populations: Overview of emergency care considerations for pediatrics, obstetrics, geriatrics, and other special patient groups.
  • Legal and Ethical Updates: Review of recent changes in EMT-related legal responsibilities, consent, and patient rights.
EMT Refresher Course (24-hours) Day 3 of 3

This is a 3-day course. You must sign up for and attend all 3 days to receive a course completion certificate. Partial credit will not be awarded for the class.

 There are no pre-course materials required for this class.

EMT Refresher Course Description:

The EMT Refresher course is designed to provide current and recently expired EMTs with the necessary training and updates to maintain or renew their certification. This course follows the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) and state guidelines, ensuring participants remain proficient in essential life-saving skills, protocols, and emergency care practices.

Course Highlights:

  • Medical Emergency Updates: Review of the latest protocols in managing cardiac, respiratory, diabetic, and other medical emergencies.
  • Trauma Care: Reinforcement of trauma patient assessment and management, including bleeding control, fractures, and spinal injuries.
  • Advanced Airway Management: Hands-on practice with airway techniques, oxygen therapy, and suctioning, emphasizing updated guidelines.
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) & AED: Refresher on the latest resuscitation science, with practical application of CPR and AED techniques.
  • Special Populations: Overview of emergency care considerations for pediatrics, obstetrics, geriatrics, and other special patient groups.
  • Legal and Ethical Updates: Review of recent changes in EMT-related legal responsibilities, consent, and patient rights.
PEARS
PHTLS
Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC) Day 1 of 2
Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC) Day 2 of 2

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Nashville, TN 37219

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