Available Courses

This course is produced with the partnership with the National Weather Service (NWS). In order to reduce deaths, injuries, and property loss, Emergency Managers must work closely with the NWS and news media to provide effectiveness. **This course is part of the FEMA Advanced Professional Series (APS)

1) NIACC Campus Map (Class in building #6 on map): https://www.niacc.edu/about/campus-map/ 2) Ample parking is available. 3) This multi-day course is supported with Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) funding. You may request lodging reimbursement if you traveled an excess of 50 miles one-way and are an Iowa resident. Requests are based upon available funding. BEFORE making lodging reservations and PRIOR to start of class, email your lodging reimbursement request to [email protected].

Tornadoes can strike anywhere in the United States, it is important that every community be ready for the hazards associated with them. This management-level course is designed to engage a broad range of stakeholders to help build a culture of preparedness and strengthen community resilience. This course prepares participants to analyze tornado science, the weather forecasting process, the tornado warning process, and apply course concepts to coordination and planning decisions.

1) This is a virtual offering from NDPTC, follow the registration link below. 2) Two days--four hours each day Registration is required, follow the link below.

Copy and paste link to complete registration: https://ndptc.hawaii.edu/training/delivery/4330/

This class provides an overview of Emergency Shelter Operations. Planning, Site Selection, Staffing, Feeding, Management, and Documentation represent a sample of the topics that will be discussed. The course also includes a tabletop exercise at the conclusion of the course content.

1) Parking in front of the building is limited, but there is ample parking just to the south of the facility. 2) Please enter the main doors on the front (West side) of the building. 3) Travel and meals are you on your own, adequate time will be provided.

The League’s Annual Conference & Exhibit is largest event in the state geared specifically toward the needs of Iowa’s elected and appointed municipal officials. Held in September of each year, the conference includes workshops, an exhibit hall and unique networking opportunities.

1) Registration required https://iowaleague.org/workshops-events/annual-conference/ 2) Visit the events page for more details

Registration details can be found at: https://iowaleague.org/workshops-events/annual-conference/

This course provides training on and resources for personnel who require advanced application of the Incident Command System. This course expands upon information covered in the ICS-100 and ICS-200 courses.

1) This facility takes a whole block, with Polk County Public Health on the front (south side of bldg)—directly to the north of the Polk County Human Services (DHS) Building. 2) Park in the two east most rows or the southern most row. https://www.polkcountyiowa.gov/emergency-management/about-us/location-facilities/ 3) This multi-day course is supported with Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) funding. You may request lodging reimbursement if you traveled an excess of 50 miles one-way and a