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  • Ludington, MI – Multiple Courses (January 2026)
    Contains 8 Component(s) Includes Multiple Live Events. The next is on 01/10/2026 at 8:00 AM (EST)

    The NVFC will offer Incident Safety Officer Training, Leadership for the Fire and Emergency Services, and Surviving the Job - Cancer in the Fire Service in Ludington, MI on January 10, 2026.

    Offerings

    Incident Safety Officer Training Series (2 hours)

    The NVFC’s Incident Safety Officer (ISO) training will give students an overview of the role of an ISO and cover communications and safety, as well as the practical application of this information. Please note, this is not an ISO certification program. 

    Leadership for the Fire and Emergency Services (2 hours)

    Quality leadership is essential for the fire and emergency services to accomplish the mission, improve member satisfaction, and best serve the community. This course examines leadership styles, qualities, ethics, and best practices to help your department function at a high level and avoid fire and emergency services leadership pitfalls. Retention research will also be discussed to help leaders understand retention concerns and identify solutions. 

    Surviving the Job - Cancer in the Fire Service (2 hours)

    Cancer is a serious threat facing today’s fire service, but there are easy and low-cost ways you can lower your risks. These include the 11 best practices for firefighter cancer prevention as outlined in the Lavender Ribbon Report. This course will explain how to incorporate these life-saving practices into your daily routines to reduce your exposure risks and protect yourself and your fellow firefighters from occupational cancer. 

    Date and Time

    January 10, 2026 - 0800-1600 ET

    Location

    Ludington Fire Department
    918 East Tinkham Ave.
    Ludington, MI 49431

    Travel and Logistics

    Muskegon County Airport (MKG) or Gerald. R. Ford International Airport (GRR)

    Recommended Hotels:
       -  Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ludington by IHG, 4079 US-10, Ludington, MI 49431
       -  Best Western Lakewinds, 5005 US-10, Ludington, MI 49431
    Training site parking: Free lot 
    Meals and refreshments: Attendees are responsible for their own lunch, beverages, and snacks.
    Attire: casual (no gear needed)

    Contacts

    Local: Brandon Coughlan,firedept@ci.ludington.mi.us, (231) 233-5585
    NVFC: Amanda Tegtmeyer, amanda@nvfc.org, (202) 887-5700

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    Brian Focht

    Brian Focht CFPS, CFEI, is a 40-vetern of the fire service and Past Chief of the Willow Grove (Fire Company and a Career Lieutenant with the Horsham Fire Company serving as shift supervisor and Training Officer. He is a Pro Board level 3 fire instructor and teaches at several academies. He is a PA Department of Health Paramedic and Instructor. He has authored articles on Natural Gas and Electrical Emergencies and Designed a Training Video and Program for Emergency Services on dealing with Autism. He co-authored a book on Tactical Response to Natural Gas Emergencies by PennWell.  He was the 2014 OCAILA Community Achievement Award, 2016 Recipient of the Garry Breese IAFC Safety Performance Award, 2017 Liberty Museum Valor Award for Community Betterment and 2019 PA Department of Health Instructor of the Year.   A NFPA Certified Fire Protection Specialist and many other professional credentials and meritorious citations.  

  • Essentials of Volunteer Retention and Recruitment and Volunteer Fire Service Culture: Essential Strategies for Success - Bangor, MI
    Contains 7 Component(s) Includes Multiple Live Events. The next is on 10/18/2025 at 9:00 AM (EDT)

    The NVFC will offer its Essentials of Volunteer Retention and Recruitment course and Volunteer Fire Service Culture: Essential Strategies for Success course at the Bangor Community Fire Department.

    Free Essentials of Volunteer Retention and Recruitment course - no experience needed!

    Many fire and EMS departments across the nation are struggling to find new volunteer members and retain their current members. This session discusses the challenges of recruiting volunteers, presents valuable research collected as part of the NVFC’s Make Me A Firefighter campaign, and offers ideas to help overcome recruiting challenges. Potential retention solutions and the importance of leadership will also be covered.

    Free Volunteer Fire Service Culture: Essential Strategies for Success - no experience needed!

    The NVFC published the textbook Volunteer Fire Service Culture – Essential Strategies for Success as a guide to fire service leaders who desire to change their department’s culture and attitude towards personal health and safety. This training delves into key points from the guide to reinforce the need for change and provide a roadmap to improve the health and safety of volunteer fire and EMS responders.

    Date and Time

    Saturday, October 18, 2025, 0900-1600 EST

    Location

    Bangor Community Fire Department
    417 W. Arlington St.
    Bangor, MI 49013

    Course Offerings

    Essentials of Volunteer Retention and Recruitment - 0900-1100
    Volunteer Fire Service Culture: Essential Strategies for Success - 1200-1600

    Travel and Logistics 

    Closest airport: Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) or South Bend International Airport (SBN)

    Recommended Hotels:

       -  Holiday Inn Express: South Haven, 72095 Co Rd 388, South Haven, MI 49090  
       -  Comfort Suites, 1755 Phoenix St, South Haven, MI 49090  
    Training site parking: Free lot 
    Attire: casual (no gear needed)
    Lunch: On your own

    Contacts

    Local: Derek Babcock, bangorfire@comcast.net, 269-214-0213
    NVFC: Amanda Tegtmeyer, amanda@nvfc.org, 202-887-5700


    Dave Lewis

    David Lewis is an active member of the Odenton Volunteer Fire Company (Anne Arundel County, Maryland), having served for over 50 years as a volunteer firefighter/EMT, Past President, and past Chief Officer. David is a Past President of the Anne Arundel County Volunteer Firefighters Association and of the Maryland State Firemen’s Association. He currently serves as the President the Cumberland Valley Volunteer Firefighters Association and as Maryland Director to the National Volunteer Fire Council. David’s true passion is in training and education. He is active as an instructor with the Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute and the National Fire Academy. He is also active with delivering training programs for the NVFC, traveling across the U.S. to enhance the training and education of emergency services personnel.

  • Incident Safety Officer Training Series - Custer, WI
    Contains 4 Component(s) Includes a Live In-Person Event on 09/24/2025 at 6:30 PM (CDT)

    The NVFC will offer its Incident Safety Officer Training Series at the Stockton Fire Department in Custer, WI.

    Free Training!

    The NVFC’s Incident Safety Officer (ISO) training will give students an overview of the role of an ISO and cover communications and safety, as well as the practical application of this information. Please note, this is not an ISO certification progra

    Date and Time

    Wednesday, September 24, 2025, 1830-2030 CT

    Location

    Stockton Fire Dept
    7252 6th Street
    Custer, WI 54423

    Travel and Logistics

    Central Wisconsin Airport (CWA)

    Recommended Hotels:
       - Holiday Inn, 1001 Amber Ave., Stevens Point, WI 54482
       -  Holiday Inn Express, 1100 Amber Ave., Stevens Point, WI 54482
    Training site parking: Free lot 
    Attire: casual (no gear needed)

    Contacts

    Local: Brian Higgins, Bhiggins@townofstockton.wi.gov, (715) 572-9288
    NVFC: Amanda Tegtmeyer, amanda@nvfc.org, (202) 887-5700

    Brian Focht

    Brian Focht CFPS, CFEI, is a 40-vetern of the fire service and Past Chief of the Willow Grove (Fire Company and a Career Lieutenant with the Horsham Fire Company serving as shift supervisor and Training Officer. He is a Pro Board level 3 fire instructor and teaches at several academies. He is a PA Department of Health Paramedic and Instructor. He has authored articles on Natural Gas and Electrical Emergencies and Designed a Training Video and Program for Emergency Services on dealing with Autism. He co-authored a book on Tactical Response to Natural Gas Emergencies by PennWell.  He was the 2014 OCAILA Community Achievement Award, 2016 Recipient of the Garry Breese IAFC Safety Performance Award, 2017 Liberty Museum Valor Award for Community Betterment and 2019 PA Department of Health Instructor of the Year.   A NFPA Certified Fire Protection Specialist and many other professional credentials and meritorious citations.  

  • EV/AFV Incident Management: Safety and Response Techniques - Angola, IN
    Contains 4 Component(s) Includes a Live In-Person Event on 09/20/2025 at 9:00 AM (EDT)

    The NVFC will offer its EV/AFV course, EV/AFV Incident Management: Safety and Response Techniques in Angola, IN

    As the number of electric vehicles on the roadways increases, it is important for first responders to understand how a response involving these types of vehicles is different than those with an internal combustion engine. This awareness and fundamentals course sponsored by General Motors will introduce first responders to hybrid and electric vehicles, share data and resources, and equip first responders with the knowledge and tools to respond more safely when a hybrid or electric vehicle is involved in an incident. 

    Date and Time

    September 20, 2025 - 0900-1300 ET

    Location

    Metz Volunteer Fire Department
    2105 S 800 E
    Angola, IN 46703

    Travel and Logistics

    Eugene F. Kranz Toledo Express Airport (TOL), Fort Wayne International Airport (FWA), or Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

    Recommended Hotels:
       -  Wingate by Wyndham Angola, 3081 Enterprise Dr., Angola, IN 46703
       -  Comfort Inn, 251 W State Rd 120, Fremont, IN 46737
    Training site parking: Free lot 
    Meals and refreshments: Lunch is on your own
    Attire: casual (no gear needed)

    Contacts

    Local: Chief Lee Greenamyer, lgreenamyer52@gmail.com, (260) 243-2600
    NVFC: Amanda Tegtmeyer, amanda@nvfc.org, 202-887-5700

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    Anthony Gaul

  • EV/AFV Incident Management: Safety and Response Techniques - Ardmore, OK
    Contains 4 Component(s) Includes a Live In-Person Event on 09/13/2025 at 8:00 AM (CDT)

    The NVFC will offer its EV/AFV course, EV/AFV Incident Management: Safety and Response Techniques at the Dickson Fire Department.

    Free EV/AFV Course!

    As the number of electric vehicles on the roadways increases, it is important for first responders to understand how a response involving these types of vehicles is different than those with an internal combustion engine. This awareness and fundamentals course sponsored by General Motors will introduce first responders to hybrid and electric vehicles, share data and resources, and equip first responders with the knowledge and tools to respond more safely when a hybrid or electric vehicle is involved in an incident. 

    Date and Time

    Saturday, September 13, 2025 - 0800 - 1600 CST

    Location

    Dickson Fire Department
    5431 Hwy 199
    Ardmore, OK 73401

    Course Offering

    EV/AFV Incident Management: Safety and Response Techniques

    Travel and Logistics

    Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

    Recommended Hotels:
       -  Hilton Garden Inn Ardmore, 710 Premier Pkwy., Ardmore, OK 73401
       -  Best Western Plus Ardmore Inn & Suites, 2600 W Broadway St., Ardmore, OK 73401
    Training site parking: Free lot 
    Meals and refreshments: Lunch is on your own
    Attire: casual (no gear needed)

    Contacts

    Local: Chief Clarence Perrman, cperryman@dicksonok.org, (580) 465-8176
    NVFC: Amanda Tegtmeyer, amanda@nvfc.org, 202-887-5700

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    Corey McCartney


    Hello, I am Corey McCartney I am a retired federal firefighter of 32 years, and I am currently an instructor for West Virginia University Fire Service Extension, and the NVFC. I started my interest in Hazardous Materials in 1986, I was fortunate to study under many of Hazardous Materials best instructors that turned my education into a passion. Now I enjoy sharing that passion with my students in helping them better understand hazardous materials from a street level approach in education.

  • EV/AFV Incident Management: Safety and Response Techniques - Connersville, IN
    Contains 4 Component(s) Includes a Live In-Person Event on 09/06/2025 at 8:00 AM (EDT)

    The NVFC will offer its EV/AFV course, EV/AFV Incident Management: Safety and Response Techniques at the Everton Volunteer Fire Department.

    Free EV/AFV Course!

    As the number of electric vehicles on the roadways increases, it is important for first responders to understand how a response involving these types of vehicles is different than those with an internal combustion engine. This awareness and fundamentals course sponsored by General Motors will introduce first responders to hybrid and electric vehicles, share data and resources, and equip first responders with the knowledge and tools to respond more safely when a hybrid or electric vehicle is involved in an incident. 

    Date and Time

    September 6, 2025 - 0800-1600 EST

    Location

    Everton Volunteer Fire Department
    5495 S State Road 1
    Connersville, IN 47331

    Course Offering

    EV/AFV Incident Management: Safety and Response Techniques

    Travel and Logistics

    Indianapolis International Airport (IND) or Connersville Airport-Mettel Field (CEV)

    Recommended Hotel:
       -  Woodridge Inn, 3700 Western Ave., Connersville, IN 47331

    Training site parking: Free lot 
    Meals and refreshments: Lunch is on your own
    Attire: casual (no gear needed)

    Contacts

    Local: Chief Chad Gronning, fire2124@yahoo.com, (765) 265-1371
    NVFC: Amanda Tegtmeyer, amanda@nvfc.org, 202-887-5700

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  • EV/AFV Incident Management: Safety and Response Techniques - Lacon, IL
    Contains 4 Component(s) Includes a Live In-Person Event on 08/09/2025 at 8:00 AM (CDT)

    The NVFC will offer its EV/AFV course, EV/AFV Incident Management: Safety and Response Techniques at the Lacon Fire Station.

    Free EV/AFV Course!

    As the number of electric vehicles on the roadways increases, it is important for first responders to understand how a response involving these types of vehicles is different than those with an internal combustion engine. This awareness and fundamentals course sponsored by General Motors will introduce first responders to hybrid and electric vehicles, share data and resources, and equip first responders with the knowledge and tools to respond more safely when a hybrid or electric vehicle is involved in an incident. 

    Day and Time

    Saturday, August 9, 2025 - 0800-1600 CST

    Location

    Lacon Fire Station
    921 5th Street
    Lacon, IL 61540

    Travel and Logistics

    General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport (PIA)

    Recommended Hotels:
       -  Embassy Suites by Hilton, 100 Conference Center Dr., East Peoria, IL 61611
       -  Econo Lodge, 615 S. 4th St., Chillicothe, IL 61523
    Training site parking: Free lot 
    Meals and refreshments: Lunch is on your own
    Attire: casual (no gear needed)

    Contacts

    Local: Chief Rich Koch, mcema1@yahoo.com, (309) 238-3864
    NVFC: Amanda Tegtmeyer, amanda@nvfc.org, 202-887-5700

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    Jeff Romines

    Jeff Romines lives in Terre Du Lac, Mo. with his wife Susan, 2 dogs and 4 cats. He has been in the Fire Service for over 50 years and started as a Junior Firefighter at 10 years old. Over those years he was in EMS for 35 with 30 of those years as a Paramedic. In his time as a Paramedic, he worked for many ground services across Missouri, but was also a Flight Paramedic for 11 years. In Jeff’s Fire Service time, he held every position up to being Fire Chief of 3 Fire Departments. He grew up in the Ozark Mountain Range in Missouri and fought many a Wildland Fire over those 50 years. The Wildland Fires range from 10 acres up to 2000 acres. His civilian job is with the world's largest Lead Mining company as a Safety Specialist. Currently, he works for Trident Rescue, which specializes in providing training in all aspects of water rescue from Swiftwater, Ice Rescue, Boat Operations, and Urban Flood Rescue. They also sell all the equipment needed. He loves being an Adjunct Instructor for NVFC in their WFAP, providing knowledge and training to communities to help them be safer and protect against Wildfire.

  • EV/AFV Incident Management: Safety and Response Techniques - Mont Belvieu, TX
    Contains 4 Component(s) Includes a Live In-Person Event on 08/02/2025 at 8:00 AM (CDT)

    The NVFC will offer its EV/AFV course, EV/AFV Incident Management: Safety and Response Techniques at the Mont Belvieu Fire Station.

    Free EV/AFV Course!

    As the number of electric vehicles on the roadways increases, it is important for first responders to understand how a response involving these types of vehicles is different than those with an internal combustion engine. This awareness and fundamentals course sponsored by General Motors will introduce first responders to hybrid and electric vehicles, share data and resources, and equip first responders with the knowledge and tools to respond more safely when a hybrid or electric vehicle is involved in an incident. 

    Day and Time

    Saturday, August 2, 2025 - 0800-1600 CT

    Location

    Mont Belvieu Fire Station
    11607 Eagle Drive
    Mont Belvieu, TX 77580

    Course Offering

    EV/AFV Incident Management: Safety and Response Techniques

    Travel and Logistics

    George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)

    Recommended Hotels:
       -  Staybridge Suites Houston East, 7626 Garth Rd., Baytown, TX 77521
       -  Home2Suites by Hilton, 7512 Garth Rd., Baytown, TX 77521
    Training site parking: Free lot 
    Meals and refreshments: Lunch is on your own
    Attire: casual (no gear needed)

    Contacts

    Local: Chief Brent Hahn, bhahn@montbelvieu.net, (281) 576-2213
    NVFC: Amanda Tegtmeyer, amanda@nvfc.org, 202-887-5700

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    David Bullard

    David is a 22 year member of the fire service and currently serves as a Lieutenant and coassigned to the Training Division with the Columbia County Fire Rescue (Ga.) and a part time Firefighter with Grovetown (Ga) DPS. In addition, he serves on the Board of Directors for the Georgia State Firefighter's Association, National Volunteer Fire Council State Director, Georgia Pipeline Emergency Response Initiave Board of Directors, NFPA’s Working Group on Flammable Refrigerants, Alternate to NFPA 1021 and 1056 Committees, and was Secretary of IFSTA's Pumping Apparatus Driver Operator 3rd Edition Curriculum Committee, contributor to the “Training Officer’s Desk Reference”, and is a Safety and Health coordinator with HEPACO LLC. As an active instructor for the Georgia Fire Academy with Firefighter Basics, David is constantly engaged with teaching live fire, leadership, HAZMAT, and Firefighter Survival/RIT classes.

  • Essentials of Volunteer Retention and Recruitment - Woodstock, VA
    Contains 4 Component(s) Includes a Live In-Person Event on 07/24/2025 at 7:00 PM (EDT)

    Many fire and EMS departments across the nation are struggling to find new volunteer members and retain their current members. This session discusses the challenges of recruiting volunteers, presents valuable research collected as part of the NVFC’s Make Me A Firefighter campaign, and offers ideas to help overcome recruiting challenges. During the second half of the session, retention challenges, potential solutions, and the importance of leadership will be covered.

    Free Essentials of Volunteer Retention and Recruitment course - no experience needed!

    Many fire and EMS departments across the nation are struggling to find new volunteer members and retain their current members. This session discusses the challenges of recruiting volunteers, presents valuable research collected as part of the NVFC’s Make Me A Firefighter campaign, and offers ideas to help overcome recruiting challenges. Potential retention solutions and the importance of leadership will also be covered.

    Date and Time

    Thursday, July 24, 2025, 1900-2030 ET

    Location

    Woodstock Fire Department
    121 W Court Street
    Woodstock, VA 22664

    Course Offering

    Essentials of Volunteer Retention and Recruitment

    Travel and Logistics

    Closest airport: Dulles International Airport (IAD)

    Recommended Hotels:
       -  Hampton Inn and Suites, 1150 Motel Drive, Woodstock, VA 22664 
       -  Holiday Inn Express, 1130 Motel Drive, Woodstock, VA 22664 
    Training site parking: Free lot 
    Attire: casual (no gear needed)

    Contacts

    Local: Zachary Hottel, zachhottel@gmail.com
    NVFC: Amanda Tegtmeyer, amanda@nvfc.org, 202-887-5700

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    Dave Lewis

    David Lewis is an active member of the Odenton Volunteer Fire Company (Anne Arundel County, Maryland), having served for over 50 years as a volunteer firefighter/EMT, Past President, and past Chief Officer. David is a Past President of the Anne Arundel County Volunteer Firefighters Association and of the Maryland State Firemen’s Association. He currently serves as the President the Cumberland Valley Volunteer Firefighters Association and as Maryland Director to the National Volunteer Fire Council. David’s true passion is in training and education. He is active as an instructor with the Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute and the National Fire Academy. He is also active with delivering training programs for the NVFC, traveling across the U.S. to enhance the training and education of emergency services personnel.

  • Webinar - The Continuing Evolution of Utility-Scale Battery Energy Storage System Design and Safety
    Contains 4 Component(s)

    As the deployment of utility-scale battery energy storage systems (BESS) in the U.S. accelerates, it’s critical for project developers, owners, and operators to engage with local firefighters to provide detailed information about advances in BESS technology, codes and standards, safety systems, and facility design to support effective emergency planning, hazard mitigation, and incident response. This presentation by AES’ leading engineer in BESS technology will provide volunteer firefighters with critical knowledge about today’s BESS systems so that firefighters have a stronger understanding of BESS installations and the safety systems now in place, if they ever have to respond to an event at one of these facilities. This webinar is sponsored by AES. The AES Corporation is a Fortune 500 global energy company accelerating the future of energy. Together with our many stakeholders, we’re improving lives by delivering the greener, smarter energy solutions the world needs. In the U.S., AES is a leading developer, owner, and operator of innovative clean energy solutions, including utility-scale and community solar, wind, battery energy storage, and now green hydrogen. We also put safety first every minute of every day – for our people, contractors, and communities. Our commitment to safety first aligns with the NVFC’s mission and we are proud to support and collaborate with volunteer fire/EMS organizations across the nation. For more information, visit www.aes.com.

    As the deployment of utility-scale battery energy storage systems (BESS) in the U.S. accelerates, it’s critical for project developers, owners, and operators to engage with local firefighters to provide detailed information about advances in BESS technology, codes and standards, safety systems, and facility design to support effective emergency planning, hazard mitigation, and incident response. This presentation by AES’ leading engineer in BESS technology will provide volunteer firefighters with critical knowledge about today’s BESS systems so that firefighters have a stronger understanding of BESS installations and the safety systems now in place, if they ever have to respond to an event at one of these facilities.

    This webinar is sponsored by AES. The AES Corporation is a Fortune 500 global energy company accelerating the future of energy. Together with our many stakeholders, we’re improving lives by delivering the greener, smarter energy solutions the world needs. In the U.S., AES is a leading developer, owner, and operator of innovative clean energy solutions, including utility-scale and community solar, wind, battery energy storage, and now green hydrogen. We also put safety first every minute of every day – for our people, contractors, and communities. Our commitment to safety first aligns with the NVFC’s mission and we are proud to support and collaborate with volunteer fire/EMS organizations across the nation. For more information, visit www.aes.com.

    Mike Simpson

    Director, Innovation Engineering

    AES

    Mike Simpson is the Director of Solutions Engineering at The AES Corporation, where he leads a team of engineers that develop and pilot new energy technologies, developing innovative solutions to more efficiently, sustainably, and cost-effectively deliver energy. Mike possesses a thorough knowledge of energy efficient systems design, utilization, and performance, and has extensive experience and expertise in smart grid, renewable generation and two decades of experience working with battery energy storage technologies. In addition to AES, Mike’s career includes engineering and leadership positions at Fluence, EPRI and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory. Mike is based in the Denver area and holds degrees from the University of Colorado, Boulder and the Georgia Institute of Technology.