First responders face unique and repeated stressors which wear down the systems for resilient thinking. This course explores the role of hope in first responder resilience. The course examines Dr. Richard Snyder's Hope Theory and how it can be used to enhance resilience, wellbeing, and purpose for first responders - both personally and within your
First responders face unique and repeated stressors which wear down the systems for resilient thinking. This course explores the role of hope in first responder resilience. The course examines Dr Richard Snyder's Hope Theory and how it can be used to enhance resilience, wellbeing, and purpose for first responders - both personally and within your
Effective, informed, and consistent leadership is one of the keys to a successful fire or EMS department. However, succession planning often gets put off until a chief is nearing retirement – and by then, it’s already too late to cultivate the next generation of leaders. Join this one-hour NVFC Roundtable Talk to learn how volunteer
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 will introduce first responders to hybrid and electric vehicles, share data and resources, and equip
Finding funding opportunities is only half the battle – telling your department's story in a way that resonates with reviewers is what turns an application into an award. In this Roundtable Talk, a panel of experts will shift the focus beyond federal grants to the smaller, private funding opportunities that are often overlooked. Panelists will
The holidays can be a difficult time for first responders, often bringing strained relationships, added stress, and emotional weight. Join the NVFC for a webinar on behavioral health during the
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
Essentials of Volunteer Retention and Recruitment (2 hrs) Many fire and EMS departments across the nation are struggling to find new volunteer members and retain their current members. This session
Essentials of Volunteer Retention and Recruitment Many fire and EMS departments across the nation are struggling to find new volunteer members and retain their current members. This session discusses the
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