NVFC Live Online Trainings

The NVFC offers the following live, virtual training opportunities, all of which are presented on Zoom:

Below are upcoming events. This page is updated as more trainings are added. If you miss a live webinar or Roundtable Talk, you can watch the recording in the NVFC Virtual Classroom. R&R Coffee Talks and Volunteer Voices Live events are not recorded.

To watch a recorded event, you will need to login to the NVFC Virtual Classroom. Don’t have an account? Click here and select “Set up an account.” It’s free to set up an account and gives you access to all the training you take through the NVFC. View a tutorial here.

Roundtable Talk – Safety Stand Down 2026: Fit to Serve, Fit for Life
June 2 @ 2pm ET
Presenters: Quentin Cash, Dave Frost, Shelby Hall, Dan Kerrigan, Eric Valliere, and Darin Wallentine (Moderator)
Are you fit for the fight? Safety Stand Down is coming up on June 14-20, a time when firefighters and EMS providers focus on critical health and safety issues so they can perform at their best, reduce injuries, and prevent line-of-duty deaths. This year’s theme is Firefighter FITNESS: Fit to Serve, Fit for Life. Join the NVFC and a panel of experts for this Roundtable Talk to help you get ready. Learn more about this year’s theme and the FITNESS daily topics, why fitness is an important part of responder readiness, and how you and your department can take part in Safety Stand Down. You’ll also learn about resources available to help you and your crew become Fit to Serve, Fit for Life.

Webinar – Right Gear, Right Response: The Case for Alternative PPE in the Volunteer Fire Service
June 16 @ 2pm ET
Presenter: David Eskew
Firefighters are trained to use the right tool for every job, but that principle doesn’t always carry over to PPE. Structural turnout gear is routinely used for EMS calls, MVAs, and technical rescues, leading to increased health risks, unnecessary wear on expensive equipment, and higher long-term costs. This webinar explores why alternative PPE – including wildland, technical rescue, and EMS-specific gear – is a critical strategy for today’s volunteer fire service, and how matching the right gear to the right response can improve safety, reduce PFAS exposure, and lower costs for your department.

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Webinar – PFAS and Firefighting Foam: What You Need to Know
June 17 @ 2pm ET
Presenter: Lee Hall
There is a lot of attention on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and how they relate to firefighting. PFAS is found in many environments firefighters encounter – including the foam products used on the fireground. This webinar provides answers to some common questions about how PFAS relates to firefighting foam. Attendees will learn about the types of foams used in fire response, including wetting agents, and gain a better understanding of the challenges and concerns surrounding their use. In addition, it will dispel the myth that foam doesn’t work and explain how with the proper application percentage and correct technique, foam can be an effective tool in your response. Walk away with a clearer understanding of the facts so you can make informed decisions on the fireground.

Webinar – Emotional Intelligence in Emergency Services Leadership
August 5 @ 2pm ET
Presenter: Doug Cline
In today’s fast-paced and high-pressure emergency services environment, emotional intelligence is an essential leadership skill. Effective leaders must be able to recognize and understand their own leadership styles, emotional responses, and decision-making tendencies in order to positively influence not only emergency scenes, but also the most valued resource – their personnel. This webinar explores the critical role emotional intelligence plays in fire and emergency services leadership. Participants will gain insight into the importance of self-awareness, relationship management, and leadership practices that foster trust, resilience, and professional excellence. Through practical discussion and real-world application, attendees will learn how emotionally intelligent leadership supports stronger teams, healthier volunteer cultures, and improved service delivery.

Check out additional on-demand courses in the NVFC Virtual Classroom.