Iowa Fire Service Training Bureau

Iowa Fire Service Training Bureau Welcome to the official page of the Iowa Fire Service Training Bureau. FSTB is a bureau of the Iowa Department of Public Safety's State Fire Marshal Division.

This is the official page of the Iowa Fire Service Training Bureau, which is housed in the Iowa State Fire Marshal's Office. The purpose of this page is to provide news and general information about the FSTB to the public. Our mission is to establish credibility in providing quality education, training, certification, and professional consultation to Iowa’s fire service and other emergency respond

ers in a manner that reflects commitment, integrity, and contributes to the reduction of morbidity, mortality, and property loss from fire and other hazards. REMINDER: This page is NOT an emergency response page. If you have an emergency, please call 911. The Fire Service Training Bureau (FSTB) is recognized as Iowa’s designated state fire academy, providing quality education, training, national certification, and consultation to Iowa’s fire and emergency services. The FSTB is located at the Camp Dodge Joint Maneuver Training Center in Johnston, Iowa. For a calendar of important training dates, follow this link: https://teamup.com/ksbf5f8ee3145b5dee

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Exciting Announcement! We’re bringing a new National Fire Academy class to Iowa this October: NFA (F0610) Wildland Urban...
06/03/2026

Exciting Announcement! We’re bringing a new National Fire Academy class to Iowa this October:

NFA (F0610) Wildland Urban Interface Firefighting for Structural Company Officers.

🗓 Date: October 3–4, 2026
🕗 Time: 0800 – 1630
📍 Location: Mills County Emergency Management Center, 403 Railroad Ave., Glenwood Mills, IA, 51534

We need at least 15 registrations by August 19, 2026, to make this happen. Please help us fill these seats and take advantage of this valuable training opportunity!

Register now and share with your team!

Nice work Milo!
05/27/2026

Nice work Milo!

Pipeline Emergencies Training EventJoin us for a comprehensive, integrated emergency response training program designed ...
05/19/2026

Pipeline Emergencies Training Event
Join us for a comprehensive, integrated emergency response training program designed to equip emergency responders and pipeline industry personnel with the skills to respond safely and manage pipeline incidents effectively.
This training will deliver significant safety improvements for industry, public safety, and emergency response tactics, grounded in nationally recognized engineering practices and recommended procedures. Sign up via Acadis at: iafstb.acadisonline.com

🗓 Date: September 18, 2026
🕗 Time: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Location: Fire Service Training Bureau
7105 NW 70th Ave
Johnston, IA 50131

Don’t miss this vital opportunity to enhance your response capabilities!

05/15/2026

The State Fire Marshal Division hosts a 2-week Fire Investigation School for approved members of Iowa's fire service & law enforcement agencies. A part of this school is investigating fire scenarios in our burn cells. This video shows a glimpse of the fire scenes being set up by Fire Service Training Bureau staff and instructors.

05/12/2026

The State Fire Marshal Division is currently hosting our Annual 2-Week Fire Investigation School. Check out the below video showing a glimpse of the vehicle fire investigation portion of the training!

We know this guy!!! Congratulations Mark!
05/11/2026

We know this guy!!! Congratulations Mark!

🚒🔥 IHCC Fire School Honors Outstanding Leader 🔥🚒

Indian Hills Community College Fire School is proud to recognize Mark Neff as this year’s Outstanding Advisory Committee Member Award recipient!

With a fire service career spanning more than 30 years, Mark has made an incredible impact on firefighter training across Southeast Iowa and the entire state. From starting in 1993 with Cedar Township/Fremont Fire Department to serving as Oskaloosa Fire Chief, his leadership helped improve community safety—lowering ISO ratings and expanding department capabilities.

Mark’s dedication to training is unmatched. He has instructed at every IHCC Fire School and taught countless firefighters in areas such as Firefighter I & II, HazMat, Fire Instructor, and more. His mentorship, experience, and commitment to rural fire service have shaped generations of first responders.

Through his continued work with the Iowa Fire Service Training Bureau and his long-standing role on the IHCC Fire School Advisory Council, Mark continues to make a lasting difference in fire service education.

👏 Thank you, Mark, for your dedication, leadership, and service to the fire community!

Join us for another NFA direct delivery! F0457 – Decision Making for Initial Company Operations📅 Date: August 18-19, 202...
05/11/2026

Join us for another NFA direct delivery! F0457 – Decision Making for Initial Company Operations
📅 Date: August 18-19, 2026
⏰ Time: 0800 – 1630
📍 Location: Warren County Emergency Operation Center, 115 N Howard, Indianola, IA 50125
Led by a top NFA Instructor (TBD), this course will enhance your decision-making skills during initial company operations.
🔗 Register now: https://iafstb.acadisonline.com
Registration Deadline: August 4, 2026
Don’t miss out on this vital training opportunity!

Instructor II coming in SeptemberCalling All Fire Instructors!Enhance your skills with our Fire Instructor II course!🗓️ ...
05/08/2026

Instructor II coming in September
Calling All Fire Instructors!
Enhance your skills with our Fire Instructor II course!
🗓️ Date: September 9-11, 2026
⏰ Time: 0800 – 1630
📍 Location: Mason City Fire Dept., 350 5th St. SW, Mason City, IA 50401
Led by Chad Parrot, FSTB Training Specialist & Capt. Council Bluffs FD,
This training is essential for advancing your instructor abilities.
🔗 Register today: https://iafstb.acadisonline.com/AcadisViewer/Login.
Registration Deadline: August 26, 2026
Don’t miss this opportunity to grow as a fire instructor!

The National Fire Academy has reopened! That means direct delivery classes to Iowa are back on!NFA Fire Investigation: F...
05/07/2026

The National Fire Academy has reopened! That means direct delivery classes to Iowa are back on!
NFA Fire Investigation: Fire as a Weapon Training Alert!
Join us for a crucial course on Fire as a Weapon
🗓️ July 15–16, 2026
🕗 0800 – 1630
📍 Marion Fire Dept., 100 Irish Dr., Marion, IA 52302
Led by an NFA Instructor (TBD), this training will equip you with essential skills to investigate fires used as weapons.
🔗 Register now: https://iafstb.acadisonline.com
Registration deadline: July 1, 2026
Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your expertise in fire investigation!

Polk City Fire Department making use of our training tower. Great work out of them!
05/06/2026

Polk City Fire Department making use of our training tower. Great work out of them!

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7105 NW 70th Avenue, Building 3536 (B-59)
Johnston, IA
50011

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Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
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