4-hour session is available for EMS personnel who do not want to take the full Ice Rescue class but want to learn about the medical concerns and procedures.
They will also be introduced to the operations and made aware of the procedures for Tenders and Ice Rescue Technicians however no on-ice or hands-on training will be conducted. See the attached outline for some of the questions that will be answered during this part of the class.
SUFFOLK COUNTY EMTs WILL RECEIVE CME CREDIT
(if you are taking the Ice Rescue Class, you do not need to sign up for the EMS Only class)
If any students have any illness or flu, common cold symptoms, you will not be permitted to attend. We are asking you to be responsible and notify us in advance. You will not be charged if you have to cancel due to illness. The BFD, will take the necessary precautions to adhere to social distancing and other preventive measures to ensure the safety of all attending. Please bring a mask with you.
| Event Date | 01-23-2027 8:00 am |
| Event End Date | 01-23-2027 12:00 pm |
| Cut Off Date | 01-21-2027 7:00 am |
| Capacity | 30 |
| Registered | 0 |
| Available Place | 30 |
| Individual Price | $50.00 |
- Technician Level: Full 16-hour class featuring comprehensive, hands-on field training.
- Operations Level: Full 16-hour class without hands-on field evolution participation; tracks as an active observer at field stations.
- Awareness Level: Separate 4-hour registration covering the Saturday morning lecture portion. Offers continuing medical education (CME) credit for Suffolk County EMTs and is completely included within the 16-hour course.
- Weather Conditions: Sessions run regardless of weather. If adequate ice is unavailable, the hands-on practical curriculum shifts to focus heavily on surface water rescue techniques.
- Illness Protocol: Attendees showing symptoms of any illness, flu, or common cold are prohibited from attending. No cancellation charges apply if notification is provided in advance.
- Equipment & Purchases: Students must provide their own equipment; host agencies do not loan gear. Label all gear clearly, as host agencies assume no liability for lost, stolen, or damaged property. Merchandise purchased from Lifeguard Systems must be settled at the class via check or credit card.
- No-Shows & Subsitutions: Absent registered students are billed in full unless true emergency exceptions apply. Departments may substitute an alternate member at any time prior to the start of class.
| Event Date | 01-23-2027 8:00 am |
| Event End Date | 01-24-2027 5:00 pm |
| Cut Off Date | 01-16-2027 12:00 pm |
| Capacity | 80 |
| Registered | 1 |
| Available Place | 79 |
| Individual Price | $210.00 |
- Weather Conditions: Sessions run regardless of weather. If adequate ice is unavailable, the hands-on practical curriculum shifts to focus heavily on surface water rescue techniques.
- Illness Protocol: Attendees showing symptoms of any illness, flu, or common cold are prohibited from attending. No cancellation charges apply if notification is provided in advance.
- Equipment & Purchases: Students must provide their own equipment; host agencies do not loan gear. Label all gear clearly, as host agencies assume no liability for lost, stolen, or damaged property. Merchandise purchased from Lifeguard Systems must be settled at the class via check or credit card.
- No-Shows & Substitutions: Absent registered students are billed in full unless true emergency exceptions apply. Departments may substitute an alternate member at any time prior to the start of class.
| Event Date | 01-30-2027 8:00 am |
| Event End Date | 01-31-2027 5:00 pm |
| Registration Start Date | 11-01-2027 |
| Cut Off Date | 01-24-2027 12:00 pm |
| Capacity | 60 |
| Registered | 0 |
| Available Place | 60 |
| Individual Price | $275.00 |