Drones can enhance fire department operations, and recent changes add even more ways that departments can incorporate drone usage. Join the NVFC for this free webinarwith Chief Charles Werner (ret.),
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.
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
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
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
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
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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