# Event Details - **Event Name**: Marshall Area Firefighter I/II & HazMat Operator Initial - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 11 Dec, 2026 at 06:00 pm โ€“ Sun, 20 Dec, 2026 at 12:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event Description**: Join firefighters from across southwest Minnesota at the Marshall Area Fire School, hosted at the nationally recognized MERIT Center.About this Event Firefighter I & II + Hazardous Materials OperationsMarshall Area Fire AcademyHosted at the MERIT Center๐Ÿ“ Location: Minnesota Emergency Response & Industrial Training (MERIT) Center โ€“ Marshall, MN๐Ÿ“… Academy Begins: September 16, 2026Join firefighters from across southwest Minnesota at the Marshall Area Fire Academy, a premier regional training program hosted at the nationally recognized MERIT Center. Designed for new firefighters and departments preparing the next generation of responders, this hybrid academy combines flexible online coursework with realistic, hands-on instruction to build the knowledge, confidence, and practical skills needed for today's fire service. Academy FormatStudents complete approximately 12 weeks of self-paced online learning before participating in instructor-led training sessions, written examinations, and two intensive academy weekends. Academy TimelineSeptember 16, 2026Online coursework begins.October 28, 2026Firefighter I In-Person TrainingNovember 3, 2026 โ€ข 6:00 PMFirefighter I Written ExaminationNovember 24, 2026Firefighter II In-Person TrainingDecember 2, 2026 โ€ข 6:00 PMFirefighter II Written Examination Academy WeekendsFirefighter I Skills WeekendDecember 11โ€“13, 2026Firefighter II & HazMat Operations WeekendDecember 18โ€“20, 2026Friday: 6:00 PM โ€“ 10:00 PMSaturday: 8:00 AM โ€“ 8:00 PMSunday: 8:00 AM โ€“ 2:00 PMDuring these weekends, students complete practical skills training, live state evaluations, and the Hazardous Materials Operations written examination. Graduation & State CertificationSunday, December 20, 2026 โ€” 8:00 AMStudents complete:Firefighter I State Skills EvaluationsFirefighter II State Skills EvaluationsHazardous Materials Operations Skills EvaluationsHazardous Materials Operations Written ExaminationSuccessful students graduate from the academy with certifications issued through the Minnesota Fire Service Certification Board (MFSCB). Certifications EarnedFirefighter I (NFPA 1010)Firefighter II (NFPA 1010)Hazardous Materials Operations (NFPA 1010) Student MaterialsIncluded with tuition:Fundamentals of Firefighter Skills and Hazardous Materials Response, Fifth EditionInternational Association of Fire Chiefs & National Fire Protection AssociationISBN: 9781284283051 Additional InformationApproximately 4โ€“8 hours of online coursework per weekTextbook includedStructural firefighting PPE required for academy weekends100% MBFTE reimbursable for qualifying Minnesota fire departments Questions?Brandon PorterNorth Star Training๐Ÿ“ž 715-563-8567๐Ÿ“ง bporter@northstartraining.co - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/marshall/marshall-area-firefighter-i-ii-and-hazmat-operator-initial/100001994576941324 - **Event Categories**: workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 18+ - door_time: 2026-12-11T23:45:00Z - Duration: 18 hours - Location: Merit Center - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Marshall - **state**: MN - **country**: United States - **location**: Merit Center - **lat**: 44.4708254 - **long**: -95.803891 - **full address**: Merit Center, 1001 Erie Road, Marshall, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Marshall Area Firefighter I/II & HazMat Operator Initial - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/67857fb0869c80e55d77939c38cca1ae6416b7cdddd1ee0f7f8554cee30b71b4-rimg-w1200-h1185-dc010101-gmir.png?v=1784593927 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Marshall Area Firefighter I/II & HazMat Operator Initial being held? - **A:** Marshall Area Firefighter I/II & HazMat Operator Initial takes place on Fri, 11 Dec, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Sun, 20 Dec, 2026 at 12:00 pm at Merit Center, 1001 Erie Road, Marshall, United States. - **Q**: Is there an age restriction for Marshall Area Firefighter I/II & HazMat Operator Initial? - **A:** Marshall Area Firefighter I/II & HazMat Operator Initial is strictly for guests aged 18 and above. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for entry. Guests under 18 will not be admitted. The event will be presented in English. - **Q**: Who is organizing Marshall Area Firefighter I/II & HazMat Operator Initial? - **A:** Marshall Area Firefighter I/II & HazMat Operator Initial is organized by North Star Training. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Marshall Area Firefighter I/II & HazMat Operator Initial is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Marshall, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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