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Distinctive Programs

No matter where you are in your fire service career or volunteer service, the National Fire Academy (NFA) has a professional development program tailored to your needs.

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Executive Fire Officer Program

The courses and accompanying research examine how senior fire officers can exercise leadership when dealing with difficult or unique problems within communities.

Executive Fire Officer and Leadership Symposium registration open
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Managing Officer Program

A multiyear curriculum for first- and mid-level officers that introduces emerging emergency services leaders to personal and professional skills in change management, risk reduction and adaptive leadership.

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Volunteer Incentive Program

A 6-day educational opportunity tailored to the special needs of volunteers.

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State Weekend Program

An educational opportunity for fire personnel that strengthens a state's fire service community through education, personal networking and a shared collegial experience.

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National Weekend Program

Identical to our State Weekend Program, but open to students nationwide.