Learn practical fire safety and emergency preparedness skills through community classes offered by the Amarillo Fire Department.
Learn and Prepare
The Amarillo Fire Department provides community education programs to increase awareness and readiness for a variety of emergency situations. These classes are designed to help participants better understand fire safety, emergency response practices, and ways to support preparedness in the community.
Classes are taught by certified instructors such as firefighters, paramedics, and/or medical professionals.
CPR — Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
AHA Heartsaver CPR/AED
For: General public — teachers, coaches, parents, employees, and others interested in learning CPR concepts.
- Adult, child, and infant CPR techniques
- Use and purpose of an AED (automated external defibrillator)
- Basic first aid topics (choking, allergic reactions, etc.)
- Certification: Two-year American Heart Association certificate
- Cost: $60 per person
Basic Life Support — BLS CPR
For: Healthcare/medical professionals and students entering medical or clinical fields.
- Adult, child, and infant CPR
- BVM/AMBU bag ventilation
- Note: Does not include First Aid content
- Certification: Two-year certificate
- Cost: $45 per person
Community CPR (Non-Certification)
For: General public
An introductory session that shares general information about CPR and emergency awareness for non-medical participants.
- No certification
- Cost: Free
Fire Extinguisher Training
For: Businesses and community groups within the City of Amarillo.
- Extinguisher operation
- Response steps
- No certification
- Cost: Free
Stop the Bleed (STB)
For: Teachers, coaches, security staff, parents, and community members interested in learning preparedness concepts.
- Controlling life-threatening bleeding before help arrives
- Classroom instruction
- Hands-on practice
- No certification
- Cost: Free
Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Awareness
For: General public
- Recognizing signs of smoke and carbon monoxide exposure
- Understanding alarm systems
- Implementing preventive measures in homes and workplaces
- No certification
- Cost: Free
Senior Adult Safety Education
For: General public, older adults, and caregivers
Practical tips, demonstrations and resources in an easy-to-understand format.
- Fire prevention
- Fall prevention
- Emergency preparedness
- Medication safety
- Scam and fraud awareness
- No certification
- Cost: Free
Printable materials
Downloadable coloring sheets and educational activities to support fire-safety education.
Fire Department FAQs
What types of classes does the fire department offer?
We offer a variety of classes and public education programs, including:
- CPR & First Aid
- Stop the Bleed
- Fire Extinguisher Training
- Smoke Alarm & Fire Safety Education
- Senior Safety Education
- Community Emergency Preparedness
Are AFD classes open to the general public?
Yes! Most of our classes are open to residents of our community. Some may require pre-registration due to limited space.
Is there a cost to attend AFD classes?
Many of our public education classes are offered free of charge as a service to the community. Some certification-based courses (like CPR) may have a small fee to cover materials or certification cards.
Can a class be scheduled for a business, school, or community group?
Absolutely! AFD regularly provides onsite education for schools, senior centers, workplaces, and community organizations. Contact us to schedule a group session tailored to your needs.
What age groups are AFD programs geared toward?
We offer programs for all ages—from preschool fire safety visits to senior fall prevention and everything in between.
Who teaches AFD classes?
Our classes are taught by certified fire department personnel, paramedics, and trained instructors with real-world experience in emergency response.
Does AFD offer fire station tours or school visits?
Yes! We love engaging with the community. Station tours, school visits, and fire truck appearances can be arranged by request.
Does AFD provide fire extinguisher training?
Yes, AFD offers both classroom instruction and simulated fire demonstrations for safe and effective fire extinguisher use — ideal for workplaces or safety teams.
What should I bring to an AFD class/program?
Just bring yourself and a willingness to learn! For hands-on courses, we’ll let you know in advance if anything else is needed.
Class request form
Complete the form below to choose your class, and the Amarillo Fire Department will follow up to coordinate details.