Apply Today: Immediate Vacancies for National Disaster and Emergency Management University Courses
The National Disaster and Emergency Management University (NDEMU) is accepting registrations for training courses through August-September 2025. These trainings strengthen capabilities for state, local, Tribal, and territorial (SLTT) 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 will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
Upcoming
NDEMU Training Opportunities
Explore upcoming courses tailored for emergency managers and public officials.
Register early — seats are limited and filled on a first-come, first-served
basis.
| Course Title | Dates | Location/Platform | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|
| E0212 – Hazard Mitigation Assistance: Developing Quality Application Elements | August 18–21, 2025 | Emmitsburg, MD | [email protected] |
| E0202 – Debris Management Planning for State, Tribal, Territorial, and Local Officials | August 18–21, 2025 | Emmitsburg, MD | [email protected] |
| E0357 – State Individual Assistance Operations | August 25–28, 2025 | Emmitsburg, MD | [email protected] |
| E0376 – Public Assistance Management for SLTT Personnel | August 18–21, 2025 | Emmitsburg, MD | [email protected] |
| E0490 – Voluntary Agency Coordination in Disasters | September 8–11, 2025 | Emmitsburg, MD | [email protected] |
| E1163 – Preliminary Damage Assessment for State, Tribal, Territorial, and Local Officials | September 9–11, 2025 | Emmitsburg, MD | [email protected] |
| E0213 – Hazard Mitigation Assistance: Application Review and Evaluation | September 8–10, 2025 | Emmitsburg, MD | [email protected] |
| K0418 – Mass Care/Emergency Assistance Planning and Operations | August 11–14, 2025 | Virtual | [email protected] |
| K0419 – Shelter Field Guide Training for State and Local Communities | August 25–26, 2025 | Virtual | [email protected] |
| K0427 – CERT Program Manager | August 12–15, 2025 | Virtual | [email protected] |
| L0102 – Fundamentals of Threats and Hazards | August 18–20, 2025 | Plainfield, IN | [email protected] |
| L0102 – Fundamentals of Threats and Hazards | August 25–27, 2025 | Fresno, CA | [email protected] |
| L0102 – Fundamentals of Threats and Hazards | September 8–10, 2025 | Washington, DC | [email protected] |
| L0210 – Recovery from Disaster: Local Community Roles | August 18–21, 2025 | Grand Rapids, MI | [email protected] |
| L0583 – Emergency Management Overview for Tribal Leaders | August 18, 2025 | Pendleton, OR | [email protected] |
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 this document.
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Additional Information
If you require a reasonable accommodation (sign language interpreters, braille, Communication Access Realtime Translation (CART), etc.), make your request on your application or to [email protected] no later than (NLT) 30 days prior to the course offering. When making any requests, provide details on the accommodation; however, DO NOT include medical or other personal information that is protected under the Privacy Act of 1974 or the Health Information Privacy Protection Act (45 CFR Part 160 Subparts A and E of Part 164). Last-minute requests will be accepted; however, they may not be possible to fulfill.
Travel and Housing Information
Upon acceptance into the course, NETC Admissions will mail out an Acceptance Letter and Welcome Package outlining travel information, NETC shuttle services, lodging and other logistics. Lodging is provided for course participants on the NETC campus. Participants staying overnight on campus are required to purchase a meal ticket for the duration of the training activity. Notify the NETC Transportation Office at least 2 weeks prior to the course date to reserve a shuttle seat.
K Courses are offered virtually, but participants are expected to be active the entire duration and what computer requirements there are (camera, microphone, etc.).
To learn more information on NDEMU’s travel, housing, and accommodation, read the NETC Welcome Package.
Cost/Reimbursement Information
§ NDEMU provides stipends or reimbursement for E courses as indicated in the NETC Welcome Package.
§ NDEMU does not provide stipend or reimbursement for off-campus course deliveries
Prerequisites
Completion of the IS‑13: NDEMU Conduct and Behavior Course is compulsory before participating in any NDEMU training at the National Disaster & Emergency Management University (NDEMU). It’s important to note that this course and exam are not required annually; they only need to be completed once. This course will be treated as a mandatory prerequisite for all courses.
How to Register
Before applying through the Online Admissions Application, a valid FEMA Student Identification Number (SID) is required. Apply for a FEMA SID or find a forgotten FEMA SID.
To apply for a course, complete the NETC Online Admissions Application.
