Prepare for a career in emergency services including fire academy, EMT, and more at the Center for Emergency Services at Elgin Community College. Our state-of-the-art facilities include two emergency vehicle driving simulators, a three-story burn tower, and a 139,400-square-foot driving pad. We offer training programs that comply with local, state, and national certifying agencies so you can graduate with the skills and knowledge you need to get a job in emergency services.