Bergen County EMS Training Center

03/09/2026

🚑 We’re hosting a CEVO-5 (Coaching Emergency Vehicle Operations) class on May 16th. This course is designed for EMS vehicle operators and focuses on safe ambulance operations, critical thinking in high-pressure situations, and real-world driving scenarios. 🚑

Please go to our website to register: https://sites.google.com/bergen.org/bcemstc/registration

02/22/2026

🚨❄️ School Closed Due to Inclement Weather ❄️🚨

Due to the winter storm and hazardous conditions, there will be NO IN-PERSON CLASSES on:

📅 Monday, February 23rd
📅 Tuesday, February 24th

All EMT students should report to their next scheduled in-person class.

Please stay safe!

02/21/2026

The EMT Recert. Class A on 2/22 will be held as scheduled. This class begins promptly at 8 am. If you are enrolled in this class, please check your email.

02/12/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Our New EMT Graduates! 🎉

We are proud to celebrate the hard work, dedication, and commitment of our EMT students who have successfully completed the program! 🚑

Your passion for helping others and your commitment to emergency medical services will make a real difference in our communities. We wish you continued success as you begin your journey in EMS and thank you for answering the call to serve.

👏 Join us in congratulating our newest EMTs!

02/05/2026

🚑 Registration is now OPEN for our Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Basic & Recert. courses!

Take the first step toward becoming an emergency responder and gaining essential life-saving skills.

👉 Visit our website to register today: https://sites.google.com/bergen.org/bcemstc/registration

Spots are limited—don’t wait!

02/05/2026

🚨 New Training Opportunity 🚨

The Bergen County EMS Training Center, in partnership with the NJ Attorney General’s Office, Division of Criminal Justice, Human Trafficking Bureau, is proud to present Human Trafficking Awareness for Emergency Responders.

With the upcoming FIFA World Cup at MetLife Stadium, it’s more important than ever for frontline personnel to recognize potential indicators of human trafficking. Emergency responders play a critical role in identifying and protecting vulnerable individuals.

Register now at: https://sites.google.com/bergen.org/bcemstc/registration

01/25/2026

❄️ ⛄ SNOW DAY NOTICE ⛄ ❄️

Due to inclement weather, there will be no classes on Monday, January 26th or Tuesday, January 27th.

🚑 EMT Basic students: Please report to your next scheduled in-person class.
📚 Tutoring will still take place on January 25th (via Zoom).

Please stay safe, stay warm, and avoid unnecessary travel. ❄️🧤

01/25/2026

❄️ Snow Shoveling Safety Tips ❄️

Snow season is here! Shoveling may seem simple, but it can be physically demanding and even dangerous if not done properly. This helpful graphic highlights key snow shoveling safety tips to keep you safe while clearing driveways, sidewalks, and walkways:

💪 Lift with your legs, not your back
⏸️ Take breaks often to pace yourself
💧 Stay hydrated while working
🛷 Go slow & use smaller shovelfuls
❤️ Watch for warning signs like chest pain, dizziness, or shortness of breath

Remember: Shovel smart, take it easy, and stay safe!

01/22/2026

❄️ Cold Weather Safety Reminder ❄️

Cold temperatures are here, and it’s important to take steps to stay safe, warm, and prepared. This graphic highlights simple but important cold-weather safety tips, including dressing in layers, using heating sources safely, preparing your vehicle, protecting your home, staying hydrated, and checking on others during extreme cold.

A little preparation can go a long way in preventing emergencies and keeping everyone safe this winter. Please take a moment to review and share these tips with family, friends, and neighbors.

Stay safe and stay warm!

01/21/2026

📞 🚨NECI 911 Basic Telecommunicator Course 🚨📞

We are now accepting registrations for the NECI 911 Basic Telecommunicator Course starting February 17, 2026. This essential course provides foundational training for individuals pursuing or beginning a career as a 911 emergency dispatcher.

Participants will receive instruction in:

▪️911 call taking

▪️Radio communications

▪️Dispatch procedures

▪️Professional and legal responsibilities of a telecommunicator

This course is designed to prepare students for the critical role of being the first point of contact during emergencies.

📅 Start Date: February 17, 2026
📍 Spots are limited — early registration is encouraged!

For more information or to register, please visit: https://sites.google.com/bergen.org/bcemstc/registration

01/19/2026

📢 Office Closure Notice 📢

In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, our office will be closed on Monday, January 19th.

We will reopen with normal hours on Tuesday, January 20th.

Thank you, and we wish everyone a meaningful day of remembrance and service.

01/14/2026

🚑👏 We are incredibly proud of Director Mike Tarantino and grateful for his leadership, service, and unwavering dedication. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition! 👏🚑

Yesterday the Rutherford Mayor and Council honored our member Michael Tarantino for his dedication to the Rutherford First Aid Ambulance Corps and serving as Captain for 12 years. Mike has been a member of the Rutherford First Aid Ambulance Corps since he was 15 years old. Mike is a third generation member of the Rutherford First Aid Ambulance Corps and had dedicated himself to serving the community of Rutherford.