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Announcements and Training Opportunities
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Announcements!
Mark Your Calendars
Grant Management Training
Saint Paul Police Professional Development Institute and
Grant Management USA
will present a two-day grant management workshop in
St Paul, MN, June 17-18, 2026.
"Pediatric Disaster Response and Emergency Preparedness"
Hosted by Children's Minnesota Hospital
Children's Minnesota Hospital
2525 Chicago Avenue Minneapolis, MN 55404
07/28/26 – 07/29/26, Tuesday & Wednesday
Course Description
This course prepares participants to employ best practices for the planning and operational needs of children impacted by disaster. Participants will gain the skills and knowledge necessary to make pediatric considerations/accommodations while planning and preparing for community all-hazards events. The goal is the implementation of a safe, efficient, and effective integrated response with pediatric-focused utilization of public safety response assets.
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Lots of new training events coming up!!
Links to training events by sponsor:
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St, Paul Police Professional Development & Grant Management USA NEW!
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National Disaster and Emergency Management University (NDEMU) Training Opportunities
Saint Paul Police Professional Development Institute and Grant Management USA
Grant Management Training
Saint Paul Police Professional Development Institute and Grant Management USA
will present a two-day grant management workshop in St Paul, MN, June 17-18, 2026.
This in-person training is for grant recipient organizations across all disciplines. Attend this class and you'll learn how to administer government grants, stay in compliance with current OMB rules and regulations, and survive an audit.
Beginning and experienced grant managers, grant writers and administrators from city, county and state agencies, healthcare organizations, public safety, colleges and universities, K-12, and nonprofit organizations are encouraged to attend.
Registration is $625 and includes everything you need:
• Grant Management USA's 500-page grant management workbook and reference guide.
• Two days of expert instruction.
• Lifetime access to our Alumni Resource Center.
For event details visit: https://grantstraining.com/mn0626
Large Groups
Have a large group? No problem! Groups of 5 or more receive a $50 discount per person.
Discounts are also available for Grant Writing USA alumni and nonprofits.
Please call us for details.
Online registration is necessary. City, county, state agencies have 30 days after the workshop to remit payment.
For more information and additional classes both in person, and online, visit our website.
Contacts:
Kate Helm
Grant Writing USA
702.609.4980
kate@grantwritingusa.net
Sergeant Bob Bisson
SPPD Professional Development Institute
651.266.5532
Bob.Bisson@stpaul.gov
More than 50,000 agencies across North America have turned to Grant Writing USA for grant writing and grant management training.
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Upcoming training with the City of St. Paul
Below are the links for the ICS Training courses being hosted by St Paul Emergency Management, instructed by TEEX.
Please be prepared to upload your IS 100, 200, 700 and 800 Certificates for the ICS300 course.
Course: ICS 300
Dates: May 19-21, 2026
Registration link: https://my.teex.org/TeexPortal/Default.aspx?MO=mCourseCatalog&D=FP&C=MGT904&S=877
Dates: November 17-18, 2026
Registration link: https://my.teex.org/TeexPortal/Default.aspx?MO=mCourseCatalog&D=FP&C=MGT904&S=876
Course: ICS 400
Dates: June 16-17, 2026
Registration link: https://my.teex.org/TeexPortal/Default.aspx?MO=mCourseCatalog&D=FP&C=MGT905&S=685
Dates: December 8-9, 2026
Registration link: https://my.teex.org/TeexPortal/Default.aspx?MO=mCourseCatalog&D=FP&C=MGT905&S=696
Times:
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Location for Trainings:
Arlington Hills Community Center
1200 Payne Avenue
St Paul, MN 55130
POC: Xue Vang, Emergency Management Coordinator,
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Children of Minnesota
Pediatric Disaster Response and Emergency Preparedness
Children's Minnesota Hospital
Location: 2525 Chicago Avenue Minneapolis, MN 55404
MGT439 – 16.00 Hours
Dates: 07/28/26 – 07/29/26, Tuesday & Wednesday
Start Time: 08:00 AM (CST)
Register on the TEEX site: https://teex.org/class/mgt439/
Course Description
This course prepares participants to employ best practices for the planning and operational needs of children impacted by disaster. Participants will gain the skills and knowledge necessary to make pediatric considerations/accommodations while planning and preparing for community all-hazards events. The goal is the implementation of a safe, efficient, and effective integrated response with pediatric-focused utilization of public safety response assets. This course addresses pediatric emergency planning considerations through a combination of lectures and small group activities.
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HSEM Training Newsletter
HSEM Training is excited to announce the continuation of NEMBA course offerings beginning October 2025. Please make note that registration for these in-person trainings will be made available through the HSEM Training Portal. To ensure you are able to attend, please review that you have completed all the necessary prerequisites prior to registering.
Required prerequisites: IS29, IS100, IS120, IS200, IS230, IS235, IS240, IS241, IS242, IS244, IS700, and IS800. You can complete these prerequisites by visiting FEMA's Independent Study (IS) course catalog.
Additional NEMBA courses in 2026 will be forthcoming in later training bulletins.
Registration will be through the HSEM Training Portal. HSEM Training Portal
For questions or inquiries, please reach out to HSEM Training at hsem.training@state.mn.us.
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Other HSEM Training Opportunities
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NEW! Upcoming training with LSU/NCBRT in Crosby, MN
Course: Active Threat Integrated Response Course (PER-340)
Course Summary:
This course is designed to improve integration between law enforcement, fire, and emergency medical services (EMS) in active shooter events. The course provides law enforcement officers with key medical skills based on tactical emergency casualty care (TECC) guidelines that can be used at the point of injury (POI) to increase survivability of victims.
Participants will discuss rescue task forces (RTFs), basic hemorrhage control and airway management, and organization of a unified response. Additionally, participants will take part in a discipline-specific practical exercises that review skills in either law enforcement tactics or medical response. All participants will engage in large-scale practical exercises that tests all of the concepts and skills introduces and practiced throughout the course.
Target Audience:
• Police officers
• Fire personnel (fire fighters)
• EMS personnel working or volunteering for local, state, and tribal jurisdictions throughout the United States and U.S. territories
MN POST Course #: 10736-00001
Credits Approved: 18
Date: June 9-11, 2026
Time: 8am-5pm
Location: Crosby High School, 711 Poplar Street, Crosby, MN 56441
Registration: https://train.ncbrt.lsu.edu/Student/Register?ClassID=34835
Code: NCBRT340
*Note: You will need your FEMA SID to register and enroll with LSU/NCBRT
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Additional HSEM Courses
**Important Instructions**
1. Complete all prerequisites before registering
2. Register for a TEEX account if needed
3. Enroll into a class based on the dates, times, and locations you want to attend via the link provided
*Please notify HSEM Training if there are broken links or incorrect information.
POC: HSEM Training
Registration Assistance:
TEEX Support
ICS300 and Forms Review (MGT904 and MGT347)
5/19-21/2026, St. Paul, MN
https://my.teex.org/TeexPortal/Default.aspx?MO=mCourseCatalog&D=FP&C=MGT904&S=877
7/21-23/2026, Mankato, MN
https://my.teex.org/TeexPortal/Default.aspx?MO=mCourseCatalog&D=FP&C=MGT904&S=861
10/14-16/2026, Inver Grove Heights, MN
https://my.teex.org/TeexPortal/Default.aspx?MO=mCourseCatalog&D=FP&C=MGT904&S=863
ICS 400 (MGT905)
4/7-8/2026, Brainerd, MN
https://my.teex.org/TeexPortal/Default.aspx?MO=mCourseCatalog&D=FP&C=MGT905&S=662
6/16-17/2026, St. Paul, MN
https://my.teex.org/TeexPortal/Default.aspx?MO=mCourseCatalog&D=FP&C=MGT905&S=685
8/11-12/2026, Mankato, MN
https://my.teex.org/TeexPortal/Default.aspx?MO=mCourseCatalog&D=FP&C=MGT905&S=666
11-11/12/2026, Inver Grove Heights, MN
https://my.teex.org/TeexPortal/Default.aspx?MO=mCourseCatalog&D=FP&C=MGT905&S=670
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TEEX Critical Infrastructure Protection Courses
Sponsored by HSEM
Course: MGT 310 – Threat and Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment and Stakeholder Preparedness Review
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Location: HSEM, 3925 Pheasant Ridge Dr NE, Blaine, MN 55449
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Date: July 21-22, 2026
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Course Link: https://my.teex.org/TeexPortal/Default.aspx?MO=mCourseCatalog&D=LS&C=MGT310&S=1626
Course: MGT 414 – Critical Infrastructure Resilience and Community Lifelines
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Location: HSEM, 3925 Pheasant Ridge Dr NE, Blaine, MN 55449
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Date: July 23, 2026
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Course Link: https://my.teex.org/TeexPortal/Default.aspx?MO=mCourseCatalog&D=LS&C=MGT414&S=612
Course: AWR 213 – Critical Infrastructure Security and Resilience Awareness
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Location: HSEM, 3925 Pheasant Ridge Dr NE, Blaine, MN 55449
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Date: August 11, 2026
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Course Link: https://my.teex.org/TeexPortal/Default.aspx?MO=mCourseCatalog&D=LS&C=AWR213&S=746
Course: MGT 315 – Conducting Risk Assessments for Critical Community Assets
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Location: HSEM, 3925 Pheasant Ridge Dr NE, Blaine, MN 55449
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Date: August 12-13, 2026
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Course Link: https://my.teex.org/TeexPortal/Default.aspx?MO=mCourseCatalog&D=LS&C=MGT315&S=1421
Course: MGT 452 – Physical and Cyber Security for Critical Infrastructure
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Location: HSEM, 3925 Pheasant Ridge Dr NE, Blaine, MN 55449
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Date: October 6, 2026
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Course Link: https://my.teex.org/TeexPortal/Default.aspx?MO=mCourseCatalog&D=NE&C=MGT452&S=378
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Salamander University
Salamander UniversityMake sure to visit Salamander University when you're logged into SalamanderLive. We are always adding and updating our training materials to ensure you have everything you need to be successful. We offer a variety of tutorials, user guides, quick reference guides, webinars, and more!
To join any of the webinars, simply click on "SAVE THE DATE" and save the invite to your calendar, copy and paste the link to your web browser, or right-click on the link and select 'Open link in new tab'. TIP: Set a reminder on the invite to ensure you don't miss out on the webinar. We hope to see you there!
Reserve your seat as spaces fill up quickly!
Upcoming FREE Trainings
Presenter: Lia Holtrop - Director of Training
Scanning in SalamanderLive - Webinar
Since the release of Scan Mode, additional scanning options have been enabled to enhance the user experience. Join us as we walk through all the scan options and the types of IDs that can be scanned into SalamanderLive.
SalamanderLive Inventory Alerts - Webinar
In this training, learn how to set up inventory alerts, manage pending alerts, and subscribe to receive notifications when alerts expire
Dates:
Wednesday, May 13, 2026: 11 AM - 12 PM EDT
Thursday, May 21, 2026: 2 PM - 3 PM EDT
Exercise Consultations
Salamander is offering FREE Training Consultations to customers who are interested in having a one-on-one session with a Salamander expert to discuss an upcoming event or exercise. Utilize this consultation time to walk through how you plan to utilize Salamander, ask questions, and get a refresher on any items you are subscribed to before your event / exercise takes place. Consultation sessions are limited up to one hour. Visit the bottom of the Training & Support Page to schedule.
Dates:
Tuesday, June 16, 2026: 2 PM - 3 PM EDT
Wednesday, June 24, 2026: 11 AM - 12 PM EDT
CLICK HERE to send us an email request to join or email us at training@salamanderlive.com.
https://salamanderlive.com/index.php/resources/training-and-support
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Have questions? Contact our Training Department today.
training@salamanderlive.com
877-430-5171
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National Cybersecurity Preparedness Consortium (NCPC)
The National Cybersecurity Preparedness Consortium (NCPC) is a partnership of nationally recognized universities that design and deliver cybersecurity training for leadership, end user and technical roles in the State, Local, Tribal and Territorial (SLTT) communities.
Check back for future courses
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Center for Domestic Preparedness (CDP)
The CDP has training courses that are fully funded; travel, lodging, meals, and training, and they offer the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) and the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) exam for HAZMAT Technician certification through the Alabama Fire College.
***Reminder: Attending training at CDP requires a REALID or passport to be uploaded with your application. For more information regarding the CDP application, please contact CDP directly.
Additionally, please upload your prerequisites into their system so that the HSEM Training Team can approve of your application in a timely fashion. If you're unable to upload your prerequisites, please email HSEM Training at hsem.training@state.mn.us with your name, course you are applying to, dates of the course, and successfully completed prerequisite class certificates.
CDP courses you may be interested in:
Healthcare Leadership for Mass Casualty Incidents (HCL/ICE) https://cdp.dhs.gov/training/course/MGT-901
Hospital Emergency Response Training for Mass Casualty Incidents (HERT) https://cdp.dhs.gov/training/course/PER-902
Hazardous Materials Technician (HMT) https://cdp.dhs.gov/training/course/PER-272
Hazardous Materials Technologies: Sampling, Monitoring, and Detection (HT) https://cdp.dhs.gov/training/course/PER-261
Hazardous Materials Operations (HMO) https://cdp.dhs.gov/training/course/PER-322
Incident Command: Capabilities, Planning and Response Actions for All Hazards (IC) https://cdp.dhs.gov/training/course/MGT-360
Intermediate Hands-On Training for CBRNE Incidents (HOT-I) https://cdp.dhs.gov/training/course/PER-900
Respiratory Protection: Program Development and Administration (RP) https://cdp.dhs.gov/training/course/PER-263
Emergency Medical Response Awareness for CBRNE Incidents (EMRA) https://cdp.dhs.gov/training/course/PER-271
Healthcare Emergency Response Operations for CBRNE Incidents (HERO) https://cdp.dhs.gov/training/course/PER-324
Field Force Extrication Tactics (FFE) https://cdp.dhs.gov/training/course/PER-202
Field Force Operations (FFO) https://cdp.dhs.gov/training/course/PER-200
Bombing Prevention and Awareness Course (BPAC) https://cdp.dhs.gov/training/course/AWR-348
Intermediate Hands-On Training for CBRNE Incidents: Law Enforcement (HOTLE) https://cdp.dhs.gov/training/course/PER-313
Evidence Collection in a Hazardous Materials Environment (HEC) https://cdp.dhs.gov/training/course/PER-201
DRONE ASSESSMENT AND RESPONSE TACTICS (DART) https://cdp.dhs.gov/training/course/AWR-407
Public Order and Public Safety: Basic (POPS-B) https://cdp.dhs.gov/training/course/PER-940
Public Order and Public Safety: Basic, Train-the-Trainer (POPS-B-TtT) https://cdp.dhs.gov/training/course/PER-940-1
Initial Law Enforcement Response to Suicide Bombing Attacks (ILERSBA) https://cdp.dhs.gov/training/course/PER-907
Course description https://cdp.dhs.gov/training/course/PER-272
For additional information, please review the training courses through the CDP. When applying to go to the CDP, please ensure you're meeting the prerequisites or requirements of the course you are applying to.
**If you have questions about the application process, please feel free to reach out to HSEM Training.
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National Disaster and Emergency Management University (NDEMU) Training Opportunities
NDEMU has many training courses and opportunities available. Remember that when applying through their NETC Portal, all local organizations will need to add the State Training Officer as the Head of Organization to ensure applications are reviewed for completeness, required prerequisites, and are free of errors. It is important that all applicants list some or all of their job duties as it pertains to the course they are applying to.
Apply Today: Immediate Vacancies for FEMA’s National Disaster and Emergency Management University Courses
FEMA’s National Disaster and Emergency Management University (NDEMU) is accepting registrations for training in Emergency Management Standard Training and National Flood Insurance Program/Community Rating System courses this month at the National Emergency Training Center in Emmitsburg, Maryland. These trainings strengthen capabilities for state, local, tribal, and territorial government officials, emergency managers, first responders and community partners nationwide.
Whether you are building foundational expertise or sharpening executive-level skills, NDEMU courses deliver relevant, high-quality instruction that supports communities across the nation by building more resilient and capable state, local, tribal and territorial emergency management agencies.
Apply early — seats are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
Get a quick look at our upcoming courses designed for emergency managers and public officials by viewing our course schedule. For course descriptions and prerequisites, visit the course catalog. Don’t miss the chance to build your skills and strengthen your agency’s readiness—review the catalog and secure your spot today.
Learn more about the curriculum offered at NDEMU or additional training announcements.
Admissions Process
To apply for a course, complete the NETC Online Admissions Application.
Additional information for reasonable accommodations, travel, housing, and how to apply can be found on the last page of the NDEMU accommodations document.
Sign up to receive new NDEMU Training Opportunities and Bulletins.
National Emergency Training Center (NETC)
16825 South Seton Avenue
Emmitsburg, MD 21727
Prerequisites:
On October 1st, 2024, completion of the IS-0013: NDEMU Conduct and Behavior Course will be compulsory before participating in any National Disaster & Emergency Management University (NDEMU) training at the NETC Campus. This course only needs to be completed once. This course will be treated as a mandatory prerequisite for all courses.
Registration: https://training.fema.gov/netc_online_admissions/