Hazardous Materials Technician course is designed as an 80 hour course.  The course uses a curriculum developed by the Taney County Local Emergency Planning Committee and the Virginia Emergency Management Agency.  The course is a lecture based class with powerpoint and video audio visual aids.  This course also requires numerous practical evolutions.  A student manual and PPE is provided to each student.  After passing a written examination, a completion certificate is issued by the Taney County Local Emergency Planning Committee.