WV Public Service Training - Mid-Ohio Valley & Southwestern Regions

08/31/2026

WV Public Service Training is excited to announce an Initial EMT-B Course.

Where: Wood County Training Center (2311 Camden Ave., Parkersburg, WV 26101)

When: October 5, 2026 - January 27, 2027

Dates: 2 days a week starting on October 5, 2026 on Mondays & Wednesdays

Time: 6:00pm - 10:00pm

Orientation is required in person starting on October 5, 2026.

Upon successful completion of the course, you will be eligible to sit for the National Registry of EMT's exam. This test will be scheduled at your convenience at a Pearson Vue testing center. If seeking certification in a state other than WV, you will not need to complete the WV certification process/fees, and will simply need to pass practical testing and NREMT examination before proceeding with the certification process in your desired state.

Absence allowance is 10% of the total class hours = 16 hours (4 classes). Make up of missed classes will be at the discretion of the course instructor.

Fee: $800 to include tuition and book

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED!!

To Register: Pre-registration required online at www.wvpst.org. Select Parkersburg and click on the class in the calendar. Minimum of 15 students required.

If you have any questions or issues registering, please contact Eva Godbey at [email protected]

08/30/2026

If you have someone outstanding in any of the categories listed, click the link or use the QR code to check the criteria and get those nominations in!!

The 2026-2027 Award Nominations are now open!

This year we will be taking nominations for the following:
FF of the Year
Fire Officer of the Year
JR FF of the Year
Fire Department of the Year
Special Ops Team of the Year
Engineer of the Year
Exceptional Service Award

Scan the QR code for click the link below to nominate someone!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeHhJ3kHtyyCaCCdIgads_KPl-0SdJa3m1Gf0YDZML3jY8DqA/viewform?usp=header

08/28/2026

08/28/2026

WVPST is pleased to share the dates for Wood County Fire School 2027! Pencil in May 15 & 16, 2027!!

We want to hear from you!! Please use the QR code on the flier or the link below to let us know what classes you would like to see next year. We are looking forward to making 2027 the best Fire School to date!

https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/qhyapm8jhf

08/28/2026

WVPST is pleased to share the dates for the first annual Williamson Technical Rescue Weekend! Pencil in October 16-18, 2026!!

Please use the QR code on the flier or the link below to register for the classes you plan to take.

We are excited to see everyone at this year's Technical Rescue Weekend!!!

https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/3ebsbnSiFh

08/21/2026

WVPST is pleased to announce a Firefighter 2 class.

Location: Hurricane Fire & Rescue (1 Rescue Way, Hurricane, WV 25526)

To Register: Pre-registration required online at www.wvpst.org. Select Parkersburg and click on the first day of the class on the calendar. Minimum of 15 students required.

If you have any questions or issues registering, please contact Eva Godbey at [email protected]

08/21/2026

WV Public Service Training is excited to announce an Initial EMT-B Course.

Where: Roane General Ambulance Service (200 Hospital Dr., Spencer, WV 25276)

When: September 28, 2026 - January 13, 2027

Planned Meeting Dates: 2 days a week starting on September 28. Schedule to be discussed the first night of class.

Time: 6:00pm - 10:00pm

Orientation is required in person starting on September 28, 2026.

Upon successful completion of the course, you will be eligible to sit for the National Registry of EMT's exam. This test will be scheduled at your convenience at a Pearson Vue testing center. If seeking certification in a state other than WV, you will not need to complete the WV certification process/fees, and will simply need to pass practical testing and NREMT examination before proceeding with the certification process in your desired state.

Absence allowance is 10% of the total class hours = 16 hours (4 classes). Make up of missed classes will be at the discretion of the course instructor.

Fee: $800 to include tuition and book

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED!!

To Register: Pre-registration required online at www.wvpst.org. Select Parkersburg and click on the class in the calendar. Minimum of 15 students required.

If you have any questions or issues registering, please contact Eva Godbey at [email protected]

08/15/2026

READY FOR A CHANGE OF SCENERY?

If you’re looking for a new career, or you’re already a WV certified officer ready for a new opportunity, the Charleston Police Department wants to hear from you.

For experienced officers, you don’t have to start over, step up. Bring your training, experience, and skills to CPD and take advantage of a tiered sign-on bonus of up to $15,000 for WV Certified Officers. MPFRS retirement contributions transfer over, by the way.

We’re also looking for new applicants ready to begin a career in law enforcement and become part of something greater.

📅 October 24, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM
📍 Charleston Coliseum

Whether you’re starting your career or looking for the next chapter of it, come see what Charleston has to offer.

Scan the QR code or message us for more information.

08/14/2026

Certified EMT's, are you tired of:

❌ Working 12s that somehow become 16s?
❌ Getting asked to “just pick up one more shift”?
❌ Eating dinner at 2:37 AM?
❌ Saying “I’m quitting EMS” at least twice per shift… but showing back up anyway? 😂

Come join the team and contribute to the legacy. Where providers are valued, supported, and recognized.