Learn Anywhere, AnytimeFlexible Online Courses
Our online training offerings are designed to fit into the busy schedules of first responders in the Triad. Whether you’re seeking certification, continuing education, or specialty skills, these courses let you learn at your own pace—from home or on the road.
Community Paramedic & EMT Refresher Courses
Bladen Community College and Robeson Community College offer fully online or hybrid refresher courses that meet North Carolina and National Registry recertification standards for EMT, Advanced EMT, and Paramedic credentials. These flexible courses provide continuing education credit and allow you to maintain certification whenever convenient.
Specialized Western NC Hybrid Course
Blue Ridge Community College offers a certified Community Paramedic hybrid course, combining online modules and limited in-person sessions at their Flat Rock campus. This equips responders to deliver services in underserved or rural areas.
Firefighter Cancer Awareness and Wellness Online Training
Courses such as “Cancer: Mitigating Risk On and Off the Fireground” and “Strong, Safe, and Resilient: Women’s Health in Fire Service” are part of firefighter-certified online wellness training. These are often offered through firefighter wellness networks or firefighter cancer associations, and can be accessed remotely by responders across the Triad area.
Hands-On Learning at LocalColleges and Agencies
For first responders looking for immersive training and certification, the Triad region offers numerous in-person training opportunities. These include tuition-based academies, certification workshops, continuing education, and professional development programs.
Forsyth Tech Emergency Services & Fire Academy
Located at the Northwest campus in Winston-Salem, Forsyth Tech provides comprehensive training through:
- EMR, EMT, AEMT, and Paramedic certification pathways (credit and non-credit) with flexible schedules.
- A dedicated Fire Academy operating year-round, offering hands-on fire suppression training, rescue simulations, live drills, and continuing education for firefighters across Forsyth and Stokes counties.
How to register: Visit Forsyth Tech’s EMS Programs and Fire Academy pages to review upcoming class dates and enrollment processes. Contact their public safety training office for sign-up assistance.
Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC)
GTCC hosts EMT, First Aid, and CPR courses through its Emergency Medical Science department. Scheduled classes in Greensboro and Jamestown allow residents to register directly online for Healthcare Provider CPR, EMT traditional or hybrid academies, and continuing education sessions.
How to sign up: View GTCC’s EMT and CPR course schedules for exact dates and use the “Register Now” link or email their training coordinator.
Guilford County Emergency Services Training
The Guilford County Fire Training Section offers certification academies, simulator drills, and emergency management workshops. You can sign up for the free e‑notification list to receive updated course info.
How to join: Email or call the Guilford County Fire Training office, or subscribe to training notifications using the online form.
Statewide Certification via NC Office of State Fire Marshal (NC OSFM)
The OSFM offers the NC Firefighter Certification (580G) and access to state-level training calendars, course searches, and online modules suitable for continuing education inspectors and fire officers.
How to register: Use the NC OSFM website to explore courses, find local academies, or register for hybrid and online certification options.
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Regional Continuing Education and Unique Programs
- Pitt Community College EMS Training: Offers basic EMT, AEMT, and paramedic-level instruction for eastern Triad responders. Registration details and class schedules are available on their site.
- NASCC Triad Firefighter Academy: Nash Community College hosts a 19-week Firefighter Academy twice yearly (February and August), with integrated EMT certificate options. This is a more intense alternative for dedicated recruits.
- Community & Mutual Aid Training via Guilford Tech: GTCC also hosts international continuing education, such as recent international firefighter training from Mexico, demonstrating the breadth and quality of training offered.
Summary TableTraining Opportunities
| Training Type | Provider & Location | Offered Courses | How to Sign Up |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online Courses | Bladen CC, Robeson CC, Blue Ridge CC | EMT refresher, AEMT, Paramedic, Community Paramedic | Via college EMS portals (online registration) Link 1, Link 2 |
| Forsyth Tech | Winston‑Salem (NW campus) | Fire Academy, EMT/AEMT/Paramedic | Forsyth Tech EMS/Fire Academy pages. Link 1, Link 2 |
| GTCC | Greensboro/Jamestown | CPR, First Aid, EMT academies | GTCC Emergency Medical Science site or contact email. Link |
| Guilford County ES | Greensboro (County Training Section) | Fire & EMS drills, EMS continuing ed, CERT | Guilford County training notifications subscription. Link |
| NC OSFM | Statewide (online / hybrid sessions) | Firefighter Certification (580G), specialist CE | NC OSFM training calendar & class search. Link |
| Nash CC Fire Academy | Nash Community College | 19-week Fire Academy plus EMT options | Academy application via NCC’s public safety page Link |
Summary &How to Get Started
From accessible online modules to immersive, in-person academies, the NC Triad region offers a comprehensive range of training for first responders at all levels. Forsyth Tech and GTCC serve as primary hubs for certification programs. Complementary options exist through county EMS offices and community colleges. For CPR and wellness, the Red Cross provides flexible, certified courses.
To begin training:
- Visit Forsyth Tech’s EMS or Fire Academy pages to enroll in upcoming classes.
- Email GTCC’s EMS training office for course schedules and registration.
- Subscribe to Guilford County EMS training notifications or contact county training staff.
- Find CPR/BLS classes via American Red Cross’s Greensboro portal for immediate certification.
Embark on a path to readiness and confidence, your training journey starts here.
