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Please Take Action: Ask the Senate to Protect the FIRE and SAFER Grant Programs!

March 3, 2023
Update on legislation to reauthorize funding for the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program

RFP: Recruitment and Retention Instructor Contract Opportunity

February 3, 2023
Recruitment and Retention Coordinator Certification (RRC) course is accepting submissions for contractor positions.

North Carolina Association of Fire Chiefs Receives Safer Grant

January 30, 2023
NCAFC Grant Will Assist Communities in Recruiting and Retaining Volunteer Firefighters

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Leadership & Life Lessons

March 30, 2023 Online
This webinar reviews critical leadership concepts.
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Recruitment and Retention Coordinator Certification Training

April 1 - 2, 2023 | Williamsport, PA
Join us for a RRC certification training course in Williamsport, PA.
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What is the Desired Outcome of In-Service Training?

April 4, 2023 Online
This workshop will explain how to create training that is relevant and validated to your department needs.

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