NDEMU | Emergency Management Institute

NOTICE: Effective April 16, 2026, FEMA has restored access to its Independent Study.

These courses are typically inaccessible during a lapse in appropriations, but FEMA is facing unprecedented circumstances. Users may now register for and complete these self-guided courses. However, FEMA's staffing and operations are still impacted by the lapse in appropriations. If users experience technical problems, FEMA staff are unable to provide assistance at this time. Please click here to read the full notice

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Foundational Training and Development, connecting new emergency managers to the broader profession

Transitioning to the university structure gives former students the opportunity to continue their training, education, and professional development through schools tailored to their career needs. The Emergency Management Institute (EMI) will continue to exist within NDEMU to provide foundational training and development for early career emergency managers