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Upcoming Events
Fri, Aug 14Aug 14, 2026, 1:00 PM EDT – Aug 16, 2026, 2:00 PM EDTHiwassee Outfitters, 155 Ellis Creek Rd, Reliance, TN 37369, USAThe Swift Water Rescue II course provides students with instruction in paddling and guiding inflatable boats in Swift Water, advanced tether swimming, big water boating and swims, tether V-lower techniques, and night Swift Water search and rescue operations.
Sat, Aug 15Aug 15, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT – Aug 16, 2026, 5:00 PM CDTSparta-White County Rescue Squad, 320 E Bockman Wy, Sparta, TN 38583, USAThis course covers the basic knots, rigging, and techniques required for low angle rope rescue situations through a combination of classroom and skill based scenario exercises.- Fri, Aug 28Aug 28, 2026, 1:00 PM EDT – Aug 30, 2026, 2:00 PM EDTHiwassee Outfitters, 155 Ellis Creek Rd, Reliance, TN 37369, USAThe Swift Water Rescue II course provides students with instruction in paddling and guiding inflatable boats in Swift Water, advanced tether swimming, big water boating and swims, tether V-lower techniques, and night Swift Water search and rescue operations.
Tue, Sep 15- Mon, Sep 28
Tue, Sep 29Instructor I – EVOC/VKF/BBP Train the Trainer Course (September 29, 2026) /Music Road Hotel and Convention CenterSep 29, 2026, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM EDTMusic Road Hotel and Convention Center, 303 Henderson Chapel Rd, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863, USAThe Instructor I course for EVOC/VKF/BBP is designed to prepare a student to instruct the TARS basic squad level courses which include: Emergency Driving (EVOC/VFK) and Blood-borne Pathogens.
Tue, Sep 29
Tue, Sep 292026 TARS EMS Pediatric Pre-Conference (September 29, 2026) /Music Road Hotel and Convention CenterSep 29, 2026, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM EDTMusic Road Hotel and Convention Center, 303 Henderson Chapel Rd, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863Join experienced emergency care professionals for an engaging Pre-Conference training designed to rescue, EMS, fire and healthcare providers for an afternoon dedicated to pediatric emergency care.- Wed, Sep 30
Wed, Sep 30Basic Vehicle Extrication Train the Trainer Course (September 30 - October 1, 2026) /Music Road Hotel and Convention CenterSep 30, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT – Oct 01, 2026, 5:00 PM EDTMusic Road Hotel and Convention Center, 303 Henderson Chapel Rd, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863, USAThe Instructor I Course is designed to enable the student to teach the TARS Awareness/Operations (Basic) Level Vehicle Extrication Course within their respective department or other department(s).
Wed, Sep 30
Thu, Oct 01Oct 01, 2026, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM EDTMusic Road Hotel and Convention Center, 303 Henderson Chapel Rd, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863, USAEver wondered how to get an arborist high off the ground down? Cat stuck in a tree? Hunter unconscious in a deer stand? This class helps answer those questions through a mix of classroom and field demonstrations.
Fri, Oct 02Oct 02, 2026, 7:30 AM EDT – Oct 03, 2026, 9:00 AM EDTMusic Road Hotel & Convention Center, 303 Henderson Chapel Rd, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863, USAPreregistration is open until September 7, 2026. On Site Registration will be available beginning Friday morning October 2, 2026 with a late fee at that time. Banquet tickets are not available on site.
Fri, Oct 02Protect the Mission: Strong Controls, Smart Oversight, and Fraud Prevention /Music Road Hotel & Convention CenterOct 02, 2026, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM EDTMusic Road Hotel & Convention Center, 303 Henderson Chapel Rd, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863, USARescue squads exist to protect their communities, but protecting the organization itself is just as important. In this joint session, representatives from the Department of Local Government Audit and Division of Investigations will explore how strong internal controls help safeguard public funds...
Fri, Oct 02Oct 02, 2026, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM EDTMusic Road Hotel & Convention Center, 303 Henderson Chapel Rd, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863, USAWith the rapid growth of lithium-ion battery use in electric vehicles, consumer devices, and energy storage systems, fire service professionals and inspectors face new and evolving risks.
Fri, Oct 02Trench Rescue Awareness & Managing Excavation/Trench Operations /Music Road Hotel and Convention CenterOct 02, 2026, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM EDTMusic Road Hotel and Convention Center, 303 Henderson Chapel Rd, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863, USAThis course includes OSHA 7410 followed by Trench Rescue Awareness training to provide participants with essential knowledge for safe excavation and trenching operations. Participants will receive an OSHA #7410 certificate and a Trench Rescue Awareness certificate.
Fri, Oct 02Doing More With Less - Advanced Tactics Extrication Course (October 2, 2026) /Music Road Hotel and Convention CenterOct 02, 2026, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM EDTMusic Road Hotel and Convention Center, 303 Henderson Chapel Rd, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863, USAThe Doing More With Less - Advanced Tactics Extrication Course is an 8 hour all hands-on course that has "some" of everything. From controlled vehicle movement, strut tactics, heavy lifting, controlled rolls, and efficient low manpower tactics. This class is limited to 30 students.- Fri, Oct 02Oct 02, 2026, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM EDTMusic Road Hotel & Convention Center, 303 Henderson Chapel Rd, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863, USAThis Awareness Level training offered by the Tennessee Fire and Codes Academy is formatted to the individuals and emergency responders who are likely to witness, discover or respond to a hazardous substance release.
ALL CLASSES HAVE A REGISTRATION CUT OFF ONE WEEK PRIOR TO THE COURSE START DATE
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