Essential CEUs.
Real-World Readiness.

Join Maine’s front line professionals for two days of hands-on training,
expert-led sessions, and career-advancing certifications.

May 15-16, 2026

The Conference

The Downeast Fire & EMS Conference brings together first responders from across the region for 1.5 days of high-impact training, CEU opportunities, and practical education. With sessions led by experienced professionals, attendees gain real-world skills in areas like mass casualty response, arson awareness, pediatric emergencies, and wilderness trauma—preparing them for whatever comes next.

May 15-16, 2026
Atlantic Oceanside Hotel & Event Center
Bar Harbor, Maine

  • Your opportunity to meet recertification requirements while sharpening your clinical skills and decision-making. This course covers critical topics like trauma, airway management, cardiac care, and patient assessment—giving you the confidence and credits you need to stay mission-ready in the field.

  • Sessions covering topics like fire alarm systems, fire scene photography, arson awareness, and explosive device response, in these sessions you'll gain knowledge that directly supports safer, smarter operations.

  • Sessions focused on trauma, pediatrics, cardiac care, community paramedicine, and mass casualty response, you'll get the CEUs you need and the real-world training that matters most.

Potential Sessions

Wilderness Environment

Instructor Coordinator Class

Community Paramedicine

Explosive & Incendiary Devices

Mass Casualty Incident Planning

Fire Scene Photography

EMS Refresher

Pediatrics