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NWCG training supports position performance for personnel mobilized to wildland fires and other all-hazard incidents. Click on a title below for description, delivery information, access to materials, and other pertinent information.

Training by category:
Aviation | Command | Dispatch | Finance | Investigation | Leadership | Logistics | Management | Operations | Planning | Prescribed Fire | Prevention

Non-IQCS courses including Firefighter Math, Investigating Railroad Caused Wildfires, Mountain Flying Training, Working with ESF #4 on Stafford Act Incidents: Command & General Staff, and Working with ESF #4 on Stafford Act Incidents: Incident Resources, are also available.

Use the search window to locate online courses, blended courses, or courses with pre-course work.

Self-Directed (Online) Courses

These courses are designed for self-directed (online) delivery. This enables students to learn at their own pace, provides alternative delivery options for agencies, and supports development of increased capacity throughout the wildland fire community.


Course # Course Title Steward Required For Certification Date (Udate Date)
L-180 Human Factors in the Wildland Fire Service LC STAM, FFT2, IADP, PIO3 2008-09
PSM-001 How to Correctly Fill Out the Crew Time Report, SF 261 IBC N/A
PSM-002 How to Correctly Fill Out The Emergency Equipment Use Invoice, OF-286 IBC N/A
PSM-003 How To Correctly Fill Out The Incident Time Report, OF-288 IBC N/A
PSM-004 How To Correctly Fill Out The Emergency Equipment Shift Ticket, OF-297 IBC N/A
PSM-005 How to Calculate Equipment Breakdown Rates IBC N/A
PSM-006 How to Properly Complete a Property Loss or Damage Report, OF-289 IBC
PSM-007 How to Complete Office of Workers' Compensation Program (OWCP) Paperwork for Injuries and Illnesses on an Incident IBC
S-110 Basic Wildland Fire Orientation IOSC PIOT 2014-01
S-190 Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior FBSC STAM, FFT2, IADP, PIO3 2020-02
S-260 Interagency Incident Business Management IBC FWBM, ATBM 2005-06
S-290 Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior FBSC CRWB, ENGB, FELB, FEMO, FIRB, HEQB, HMGB 2010-10
X-901 Firefighter Math FBSC N/A
X-902 Investigating Railroad Caused Wildfires WFISC N/A
X-903 Mountain Flying Training NIAC 2013
X-904 Working with ESF 4 on Stafford Act Incidents Command And General Staff NIMSIC N/A
X-905 Working with ESF 4 on Stafford Act Incidents Incident Resources NIMSIC N/A
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NWCG Latest Announcements

NWCG Training Catalog now on Wildland Fire Learning Portal

Date: April 25, 2023
Contact: NWCG Training  

The National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) has migrated the training catalog from the NWCG website to the Wildland Fire Learning Portal (WFLP) as part of our ongoing efforts to streamline processes and improve efficiency. To facilitate this transition, the training catalog remains available on www.nwcg.gov through April 2024.

Starting May 2024, the training catalog will no longer be accessible on www.nwcg.gov. However, you can still access the complete training catalog by logging in as a guest to the WFLP.

References:

Wildland Fire Learning Portal

 

NWCG Website Migration

Date: April 01, 2024
Contact: NWCG Webmaster

The National Wildfire Coordinating Group is thrilled to announce a significant upgrade to https://www.nwcg.gov, involving a comprehensive redesign of over 7,000 web pages. This enhancement is focused on improving user experience. The migration to the new NWCG website will commence on April 2, 2024, starting at noon EST and is expected to take a few hours. 

During the migration period, as the www.nwcg.gov domain-name-location updates across the Internet, you might encounter either the current or the new site depending on your location. We request your patience during this transition. If you are not redirected to the new site by April 3, 2024, we recommend clearing your browser’s cache and refreshing the page.

Please note that while navigating the revamped website, there may be instances of broken links or errors. Our dedicated web migration team has made significant efforts to minimize such issues prior to launch and will promptly address any that arise via use of analytic reports. We value your patience and understanding as we work towards enhancing your overall website experience.

WFSTAR 2023 Year in Review and 2024 Core Component Module Packages Available

Date: March 6, 2024
Contact: Joe Schindel 

The 2023 Fire Year in Review module and 2024 Core Component Module Packages for RT-130, Wildland Fire Safety Training Annual Refresher (WFSTAR) are now available on the NWCG website. The 2024 Core Component Module Package provides all content needed to deliver RT-130.

 

References:

WFSTAR 2023 Fire Year in Review module

WFSTAR 2024 Core Component Module Packages

2024 NWCG Executive Board Annual Letter

Date: March 6, 2024
Contact: NWCG

The NWCG Executive Board is privileged to share with you the 2024 NWCG Executive Board Annual Letter. As we look into the future and navigate an incredibly complex and dynamic environment, we must remain focused on our mission while actively engaging in national conversations regarding numerous wildland fire initiatives. In 2024, we prioritize building upon our successes and committing to continuous improvement. Key priorities and considerations for this year include: 

  • Determining Core Workload
  • Ensuring Incident Performance and Training Modernization (IPTM) Success
  • Improving Efficiencies
  • Firefighter Health and Wellness
  • Engagement in National Conversations

Together we will continue to make significant strides in the challenging and vital work that lies ahead. 

 

References:

2024 NWCG Executive Board Annual Letter