# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Southwest MN - Experienced Firefighter Academy
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 20 Mar, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sun, 22 Mar, 2026 at 02:00 pm
- **Event Description**: This course is designed for busy firefighters, combining hybrid online learning with a single in-person skills weekend!About this EventExperienced Firefighter Academy — Certification Completion WeekendFirefighter I/II + HazMat Operations (NFPA 1001)Dates: March 20–22Location: MERIT Center, 1001 W Erie Rd, Marshall, MN 56258Built for Seasoned FirefightersThis fast-track, hybrid program is designed specifically for experienced firefighters who need to finish certifications. You’ll complete targeted online prep in advance, then knock out all required skills and written testing in one in-person weekend at the MERIT Center.What You’ll CompleteFirefighter I & II certification requirements (NFPA 1001)HazMat Operations certification requirements (NFPA1001)Gap assessment + focused skills remediation (no “rookie school” fluff)MFSCB skills sign-offs and written exams on-sitePractice exams aligned to MFSCB format (required prior to testing)Hybrid Format & SchedulePre-Course (Online, self-paced):Assigned reading/modules and required practice examsShort knowledge checks to confirm readinessIn-Person at MERIT Center (Single Weekend):Friday (Mar 20): 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM → Orientation, gap assessment, ICS/size-up labsSaturday (Mar 21): 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM → Live-burn evolutions, ladders/forcible entry, RIT, search, extrication ops, HazMat Ops PPE/decon/product controlSunday (Mar 22): 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM → Final skills stations & MFSCB written testingTuition & ReimbursementTuition billed to your departmentMBFTE reimbursable for eligible MN departmentsWho Should AttendSeasoned firefighters needing completion/retake of Firefighter I/II and/or HazMat OpsDepartments working to finalize member certifications efficientlyRegisterSeats are limited for skills/testing flow. Secure your spot now.Questions?Brandon Porter — North Star Training? 715-563-8567? bporter@northstartraining.co
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/marshall/southwest-mn-experienced-firefighter-academy/100001716228819599
- **Event Categories**: workshops, virtual
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## Ticket Details

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## 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

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- **organizer**: North Star Training (https://allevents.in/org/north-star-training/23809617)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Fri, 20 Mar, 2026 at 06:00 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Merit Center, 1001 Erie Road, Marshall, United States
- **Q**: What is the ticket price?
  - **A:** starting from 0 up to 0 USD
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** North Star Training
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** workshops, virtual
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Southwest MN - Experienced Firefighter Academy ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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