This 5-week course will be held Tuesday evenings  from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM MST via Zoom. Following the final Tuesday class, students will participate in an in-person weekend consisting of a Shelter Deployment and Field Day. This hands-on training experience provides an opportunity to apply course concepts in a practical environment, including shelter setup and operations, emergency response activities, team-based exercises, and other field training scenarios designed to reinforce classroom learning. 

Course Overview

Upon completion of this course, students will be prepared to safely operate as an entry-level wildland firefighter. Students will learn wildland fire safety principles, fire behavior, communication techniques, fireline construction, suppression tactics, and teamwork skills necessary to work effectively in dynamic and challenging fire environments.

Download liability waiver HERE.

I acknowledge that my payment for this course serves as confirmation that I have reviewed the Liability Waiver Form, understand the inherent risks associated with fire education and training, and agree to the terms and conditions contained within the waiver. 

I further acknowledge that my payment for this course ensures I am responsible for maintaining my own health insurance coverage throughout my participation in the program. I understand that the Emergency Services National Academy (ESNA), Madison Fire Department, its instructors, affiliates, and clinical or field partners do not provide medical, health, accident, or disability insurance for students. In the event that I am injured or become ill during any classroom, laboratory, skills, clinical, field, or program-related activity, I understand that I am responsible for seeking medical care and that any resulting medical expenses may be submitted to my personal health insurance provider.

ESNA Course Refund Policy

Students who wish to withdraw from a course may be eligible for a tuition refund according to the following schedule:

• 100% refund if the student officially withdraws no later than 10 days prior to the first class date.
• 50% refund if the student officially withdraws within 10 days of the first class date and no later than the end of the first class day.
• No refund will be issued after 5 pm the day before class starts.

To officially withdraw from a course and be considered for a refund, students must submit a written request by email within the applicable deadlines. Refund requests should be sent to [email protected] with the subject line "Refund Request."

Students who purchase a tuition protection plan or similar third-party protection product will be subject to the terms and conditions of that plan. If a student elects not to purchase a protection plan, the ESNA Course Refund Policy shall apply.

Approved refunds will be issued by check and mailed to the address on file. Refund processing may take up to four (4) weeks, and delivery times may vary depending on postal service schedules.

By registering for the course and submitting payment, I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree to the terms of the ESNA Course Refund Policy.