First Responder

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2007 North American Police Work Dog Association National Workshop
Dates: June 23–29, 2007 in Hendersonville, North Carolina
Provider: North American Police Work Dog Association

2008 NAPWDA Mountain States K9 Workshop
Dates (2008): August 4–7
Provider: North American Police Work Dog Association

2008 NAPWDA Illinois State Workshop
Dates (2008): September 16–19
Provider: North American Police Work Dog Association

2008 Indiana NAPWDA State Fall Workshop
Dates (2008): September 29–October 3
Provider: North American Police Work Dog Association

2008 NAPWDA South Carolina State Workshop
Dates (2008): October 13–17
Provider: North American Police Work Dog Association

Why Disasters Happen...And How To Prevent Them Workshop
Dates (2008): September 16–17
Provider: Homeland Defense Journal

7th Annual International Breachers Symposium
Dates (2005): March 6–9, 2006 in Tucson, Arizona
Provider: National Tactical Officers Association

Advanced Criminal Intelligence Analysis to Prevent Terrorism
Dates (2008): May 5–9, July 28–August 1
Provider: National White Collar Crime Center

Advanced Explosives Destruction Techniques
Dates (2006): March 20–31, April 24–May 5, and July 24–August 4
Provider: Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives

Advanced Explosive K-9 Search Techniques Course
Date(s) 2007: October 2–4
Provider: Ideal Police Canine
(Contact roger@idealpolicecanine.com for more information or to register.)

Advanced Tactical Leadership for Commanders
Dates (2008): August 11–13
Provider: International Association of Chiefs of Police and Palm Beach School District Police Department/Safe Schools Institute

Anti-Terrorism Intelligence Awareness Training Program (AIATP)
Dates (2008): July 16, 17; August 13, 14; September 10, 11
Provider: Federal Law Enforcement Training Center

Anti-Terrorism Officer Course (Online)
Provider: S2 Online Academy

Anti-Terrorism Officer Program
Dates (2005): January 24–25, April 18–19, July 18–19, and October 10–11
Provider: S2 Safety & Intelligence Institute

Anti-Terrorism Training for Law Enforcement
Dates (2006): April 11
Provider: School of Criminal Justice, Michigan State University

Assessing Chemical Exposure: A Different Approach (Online)
Provider: Center for Public Health Preparedness, University at Albany

Assessing Terrorism Related Risk
Dates (2005): February 21–22, June 13–14, and September 12–13
Provider: S2 Safety & Intelligence Institute

Awareness of Command and Control Decisionmaking at Multiple Alarm Incidents Self Study (Q297)
Dates (2008): Available on demand. Consult web site.
Provider: National Fire Academy, U.S. Fire Administration

Basic Tactical Medical Operator Course
Dates (2008): March 17–21
Provider: Pennsylvania Association of Tactical Emergency Medical Support

Basic All-Hazards NIMS ICS (Incident Command System) for Operational First Responders (Online Training Course)
Provider: U.S. Fire Administration (Federal Emergency Management Agency)

Basic Immigration Enforcement Training
Dates (2008): Multimedia presentation
Provider: U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Community Oriented Policing Services, and NexPort™

Building Safety and the Terror Threat
Date(s) 2007: November 15–16
Provider: Security Solutions International

Certificate in Homeland Security eLearning Program
Provider: Division of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Ohio Dominican University

Certificate in Homeland Security Studies
Dates (2007): The application deadline for the spring 2007 semester is November 1, 2006.
Provider: Jointly offered by the Security Studies Program and the Georgetown Public Policy Institute, Georgetown University

Certificate in Intelligence Analysis
Dates: Offered in a weekend college format; certificate can be completed in 1 year.
Provider: Center for Professional Development, Notre Dame College

Chemical & Biological Terrorism for Security Professionals
Dates (2005): March 14
Provider: S2 Safety & Intelligence Institute

Chemicals & Agents of Biological Origin for First Responders
Dates (2006): Dates vary.
Provider: S2 Safety & Intelligence Institute

Combating Bioterrorism Pandemics: Implementing Policies for Biosecurity
Dates (2006): July 24–26, 2006
Provider: Massachusetts Institute of Technology Professional Education Programs

Command and General Staff Functions for Local Incident Management Teams (Pilot Offering)
Dates (2007): November 11–16
Provider: United States Fire Administration

Community Anti-Terrorism Awareness: Train the Trainer
Dates (2006): April 12
Provider: School of Criminal Justice, Michigan State University

Compassion Fatigue/Vicarious Trauma
Dates (2007): May 22–23 in Portland, Maine
Provider: Office for Victims of Crime Training and Technical Assistance Center

Covert and Surreptitious Building Entries
Dates (2006): Please consult site for course availability.
Provider: Carey & Associates International

Creating and Using Multi-Hazards Knowledge and Strategies
Dates (2007): June 28
Provider: The National Academies

Criminal Intelligence Analysis
Dates (2005): Monthly. Please consult web site.
Dates (2006): Monthly. Please consult web site.
Provider: The Alpha Group Center for Crime & Intelligence Analysis Training

Critical Incident Management and Response
Dates (2006): Course offered on demand.
Provider: Center for Public Safety (Northwestern University)

Critical Incident Stress Management: When Disaster Strikes
Dates (2006): March 2–5, March 30–April 2, April 20–23, May 18–21, and June 1–4
Provider: International Critical Incident Stress Foundation

Disaster Animal Response Training
Dates (2007): Vary. Please consult web site.
Provider: The Humane Society of the United States

Disaster Logistics: A 2-Day Workshop on Managing Logistics for Emergency Situations
Dates (2008): May 28-29
Provider: Jointly provided by Paul Kovarovic Associates, Inc., and the Homeland Defense Journal

Domestic Terrorism and Weapons of Mass Destruction: A Critical Incident Stress Management Perspective
Dates (2006): April 20–23
Provider: International Critical Incident Stress Foundation

Economic Crime Foundation Series
Dates (2008): Available on demand. Consult web site.
Provider: National White Collar Crime Center

Emergency Management Framework for Tribal Governments
Dates (2006): March 13–17
Provider: Emergency Management Institute

Emergency Medical Services: Basic Concepts for WMD Incidents (Online Course)
Provider: National Emergency Response and Rescue Training Center

Emergency Preparedness and Counter-Terrorism Strategies for Correctional Institutions (Online Course)
Provider: National Institute of Corrections

Emergency Preparedness for Government Facilities: A Two-Day Basic Workshop for Government Facilities Managers
Dates (2006): June 1–2, 2006 in  Arlington, Virginia
Provider: Homeland Defense Journal

Emergency Response to Domestic Biological Incidents (PER 220)
Dates (2005): October 25–27 and November 15–17
Provider: Response to Emergencies and Disasters Institute

Emergency Response to Terrorism: Basic Concepts
Dates (2005): Monthly. Please consult web site.
Provider: Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute

Emergency Response to Terrorism: Operations: Train-the-Trainer 
Dates (2006): September 9–13, 2006 in Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Provider: Maryland Emergency Management Agency, Prince George's County Department of Corrections
Contact: evalentine@mema.state.md.us

Emergency Response to Terrorism: Self-Study (Online Training Course)
Provider: U.S. Fire Administration (Federal Emergency Management Agency)

Emergency Response to Terrorism: Tactical Considerations—Emergency Medical Services
Dates (2005): Monthly. Please consult web site.
Provider: Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute

Emergency Response to Terrorism: Tactical Considerations for Company Officers
Dates (2005): Monthly. Please consult web site.
Provider: Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute

EMS Operations at Multi-Casualty Incidents (Online Training Course)
Provider: U.S. Fire Administration (Federal Emergency Management Agency)

EMT-Tactical Provider Program
Dates (2004): Vary. Please consult web site.
Provider: Casualty Care Research Center

EOD Certified Fiber Optic Technician Course

Explosive Entry Training
Dates (2006): May 1, May 2–6, May 22, May 23–27, October 2, and October 3–7
Provider: Delaware State Police EOD Unit and Delaware Department of Correction CERT Team. Please contact christopher.ennis@state.de.us or dave.hall@state.de.us for additional information.

Explosive Ordnance Identification and Safety Class
Dates (2004): April 29–30
Provider: The Milwaukee Division of the FBI and the 788th Ordnance Company (Explosive Ordnance Disposal). Please contact Special Agent Bomb Technician Theede at ktheede@leo.gov for more details, including registration information and location.

FBI Large Vehicle Bomb Post-Blast Class
Dates (2006): March 13–17, April 3–7, April 24–28, May 15–19, June 5–9, July 10–14, and September 18–21
Provider: Federal Bureau of Investigation
Please contact kmiles6312@aol.com for locations, eligibility requirements, and further information.

Fire and Emergency Response Services (PDF)
Dates: Vary; please consult web site.
Provider: National Audiovisual Center, National Technical Information Service

First Responder Training Program
Dates (2008): March 18–20, April 8–10, May 13–15, June 3–5, July 15–17, July 29–31
Provider: Federal Law Enforcement Training Center

Forensic Analysis of Cellular Phone Data
Dates (2008): February 28–29; March 6–7; March 19-20; April 15–16; June 19–20
Provider: Public Agency Training Council

Homeland Security & Terrorism Analysis
Dates (2005): Monthly. Please consult web site.
Dates (2006): Monthly. Please consult web site.
Provider: The Alpha Group Center for Crime & Intelligence Analysis Training

Homeland Security Intelligence Workshop (Intelligence Collection, Processing, Analysis and Operations)
Dates (2008): July 28-29
Provider: Homeland Defense Journal

Homeland Security Training Courses
Dates (2006–2007): FY 2006/2007 Homeland Security Course Schedule
Provider: Northeast Counterdrug Training Center

Homeland Security: Understanding the Enemy
Dates (2006): May 8–12 and August 21–25
Provider: Eastern Management Development Center

Hospital Management of Chemical, Biological, Radiological/Nuclear, and Explosive Incidents Course (HM-CBRNE)
Dates (2006): August 14–18
Provider: United States Army Medical Research Institute of Chemical Defense, Chemical Casualty Care Division

In-Car Camera Instructors' Course (Train-the-Trainer)
Dates (2006): July 10–13
Provider: Kentucky Regional Community Policing Institute

Incident Response to Terrorist Bombings
Dates (2006): Please consult site for course availability.
Provider: Energetic Materials Research and Testing Center, New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology

Incident Response to Terrorist Bombings
Dates (2006): January 26 in Los Alamitos, California
Provider: New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology Energetic Materials Research and Testing Center

Initial Procedures for Handling Chemical/Biological Incidents
Dates (2006): December 14
Provider: Georgia Institute of Technology

Integrated Emergency Management Course: All Hazards: Preparedness and Response
Dates (2005): March 7–11, April 11–15, and August 15–19
Provider: Emergency Management Institute (Federal Emergency Management Agency)

Integrated Emergency Management Course: All Hazards: Recovery and Mitigation
Dates (2006): April 17–21 and August 21–25
Provider: Emergency Management Institute (Federal Emergency Management Agency)

Integrated Emergency Management Course: Hazardous Materials: Preparedness and Response
Dates (2006): April 10–14, August 14–18, and September 25–29
Provider: Emergency Management Institute (Federal Emergency Management Agency)

Integrated Emergency Management Course: Homeland Security
Dates (2006): June 26–30
Provider: Emergency Management Institute (Federal Emergency Management Agency)

Introduction to All-Hazard NIMS ICS (Incident Command System) for Operational First Responders (Online Training Course)
Provider: U.S. Fire Administration (Federal Emergency Management Agency)

Introduction to Community Emergency Response Teams (Online Training Course)
Provider: Emergency Management Institute (Federal Emergency Management Agency)

Jail Evacuation and Planning
Dates: Contact 1-800-424-7827, extension 318, or trhatigan@sheriffs.org for a schedule.
Provider: National Sheriffs' Association

Language Survival Online Courses (e.g., Arabic, Hindu)
Provider: Unforgettable Languages

Law Enforcement and Judicial Training (PDF)
Dates: Vary; please consult web site.
Provider: National Audiovisual Center, National Technical Information Service

Law Enforcement Prevention and Deterrence of Terrorist Acts: Train-the-Trainer
Dates (2006): August 21–22, 2006 in Charles County, Maryland
Sponsors: Maryland Emergency Management Agency, Southern Maryland Criminal Justice Academy

Leading in a Crisis
Date: November 14, 2008
Provider: Rady School of Management at the University of California, San Diego

LEIU 51st Annual Training Seminar
Dates (2006): June 12–16, 2006 in Tempe, Arizona
Provider: Law Enforcement Intelligence Unit

Marine Investigator Certification
Dates: Consult web site.
Provider: International Association of Marine Investigators

Medical Management of Incapacitating and Riot Control Agents Casualties Course (Online Training Course)
Provider: U.S. Army Medical Research Institute of Chemical Defense

The NIJ Forensic Microscopy Training Program
Dates (2008): Dates vary.
Provider: McCrone Research Institute and the National Institute of Justice

Operations Security for Public Safety Agencies Counterterrorism Training Program (OPSACTP)
Dates (2008): July 22–24, August 26–28, September 9–11, August 5–7
Provider: Federal Law Enforcement Training Center

Physical Security Training Program
Dates (2006): Dates vary. Consult web site.
Provider: Federal Law Enforcement Training Center

Planning, Designing, and Constructing Police Facilities
Dates (2008): June 23–26
Provider: International Association of Chiefs of Police and the City of Fairfax, Virginia, Police Department

Post Blast Investigative Techniques
Dates (2006): June 12–15, July 31–August 3, and September 11–14
Provider: Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives

Post Blast Investigative Techniques II
Dates (2006): April 10–21, May 15–26, and August 14–26
Provider: Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives

Prevention and Response to Suicide Bombing Incidents
Dates (2006): Dates vary. Consult web site.
Provider: New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology Energetic Materials Research and Testing Center

Principles of Protective Services and Detail Operations
Dates (2006): March 19–21 and July 16–18
Provider: S2 Safety & Intelligence Institute

Protocol for Law Enforcement Dealing with Suicide Bombers
Dates (2006): March 31
Provider: The Terrorism Research Center

Review of Chemistry for Emergency Response
Dates (2006): Self-study refresher on CD-ROM
Provider: U.S. Fire Administration, U.S. Department of Homeland Security

SafeResponse.com (Online Training Courses)
Provider: Emergency Response Solutions (Michigan State University)

Seminar on Criminal Interview and Interrogation Techniques
Dates (2006): April 4–6, 2006 in Orlando, Florida
Provider: Orange County Sheriff's Department
To register or for further information, please call 800–222–7789.

Seminar on Terrorism & Explosives
Dates (2004): January 13–15 and May 18–20
Provider: Transportation Security Administration and Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco & Firearms

Situational Awareness and Crisis Communication Workshop
Dates (2008): March 6–7
Provider: Homeland Defense Journal

State and Local Anti-Terrorism Training Program Investigative/Intelligence Workshop
Dates (2008): May 12–15
Provider: State and Local Anti-Terrorism Training Program

State Hazard Mitigation Officer 101 Course (Electronic Course)
Provider: National Emergency Management Association

Suicide Bombings and Attacks
Dates (2006): April 3
Provider: The Terrorism Research Center

Suicide Terror
Dates (2004): Vary; please consult web site
Provider: Security Solutions International

Surviving Field Stress for First Responders (Online)
Provider: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Target Analysis & Vulnerability Assessment: An Interactive Three-Day Workshop on Conducting Facility Vulnerability Assessments
Dates (2006): April 18–20, 2006 in Falls Church, Virginia
Provider: Homeland Defense Journal

Terrorism: Threats, Training, Tactics, and Technology
Dates (2006): August 7–9, 2006
Provider: Terrorism Research Center

The Ultimate Trainer
Date (2007): May 8–10 in New Orleans, Louisiana
Provider: Office for Victims of Crime Training and Technic-al Assistance Center

Understanding the Terrorist Threat: Introduction to Narco-Terrorism
Dates (2006): July 10–12
Provider: Northeast Counterdrug Training Center

Underwater Explosive Recovery Specialist Course
Dates (2006): August 7–11
Provider: Edmond, Oklahoma, Police Department, and Chief of Fire Prevention, Shreveport, Louisiana
Contact: rockie.yardley@edmondok.com (Students will receive certification in Emergency Response Diving and Underwater Explosive Recovery.)

Unified Incident Command Systems for Law Enforcement
Dates (2006): June 13–14
Provider: School of Criminal Justice, Michigan State University

USMC Chemical Biological Incident Response Force (CBIRF) Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) Seminar
Dates (2004): February 23–27, April 24–28, and August 2–6
Provider: Chemical Biological Incident Response Force (U.S. Marine Corps)
Please contact TakacsRE@cbirf.usmc.mil for eligibility requirements, training agenda, and official dates, as they may change.

Weapons of Mass Destruction Training Program
Dates (2005): January 10–14, April 25–29, and September 26–30
Provider: Federal Law Enforcement Training Center

WMD: Mental Health Interventions (Online Course)
Provider: Early Responders Distance Learning Center (St. Joseph's University)

WMD: Panic Response Operations (Online Course)
Provider: Early Responders Distance Learning Center (St. Joseph's University)

WMD: Psychological Aspects of Decontamination (Online Course)
Provider: Early Responders Distance Learning Center (St. Joseph's University)

WMD: Psychological Aspects of Terrorism (Online Course)
Provider: Early Responders Distance Learning Center (St. Joseph's University)

WMD: Psychological Impacts & Effects (Online Course)
Provider: Early Responders Distance Learning Center (St. Joseph's University)

WMD and the Intelligence Function
Dates (2004): January 12–14 and October 11–13
Provider: S2 Safety & Intelligence Institute

WMD Emergency Medical Services Training
Dates (2005): Vary. Please consult web site.
Provider: Center for Domestic Preparedness (U.S. Department of Homeland Security)

WMD Emergency Responder Hazardous Materials Technician Training
Dates (2005): Vary. Please consult web site.
Provider: Center for Domestic Preparedness (U.S. Department of Homeland Security)

WMD Hands-On Training Course
Dates (2005): Vary. Please consult web site.
Provider: Center for Domestic Preparedness (U.S. Department of Homeland Security)

WMD Hazardous Material Technician Training Course
Dates (2005): Vary. Please consult web site.
Provider: Center for Domestic Preparedness (U.S. Department of Homeland Security)

WMD Incident Command Training Course
Dates (2005): Vary. Please consult web site.
Provider: Center for Domestic Preparedness (U.S. Department of Homeland Security)

(WMD) Instructor Training Certification Course
Dates (2005): Vary. Please consult web site.
Provider: Center for Domestic Preparedness (U.S. Department of Homeland Security)

WMD Law Enforcement Protective Measures
Dates (2005): Vary. Please consult web site.
Provider: Center for Domestic Preparedness (U.S. Department of Homeland Security)

WMD Technical Emergency Response Training Course
Dates (2005): Vary. Please consult web site.
Provider: Center for Domestic Preparedness (U.S. Department of Homeland Security)

WMD Threat and Risk Assessment (T&RA): Local Jurisdiction (PDF)
Dates (2006): September 5-7, 2006 in Salisbury, Maryland
Provider: Maryland Emergency Management Agency, Eastern Shore Criminal Justice Academy

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Providers of Onsite Training & Assistance

Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training (ALERRT)

The Alpha Group Center for Crime & Intelligence Analysis Training

American Public University System

Canine Enforcement Training Center, U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Center for Public Safety (Northwestern University)

Center for Risk and Economic Analysis of Terrorism Events (CREATE), University of Southern California

Center for Terrorism Preparedness (University of Findlay)

Centre for Counterterrorism Studies

Chemical Hazards Response Information System (CHRIS)

Combating Terrorism Center at West Point
This center leverages the operational and academic expertise of its staff to provide cadets with experiential opportunities for studying terrorism, counter-terrorism, homeland security, and weapons of mass destruction.

Defense Academics

Early Responders Distance Learning Center (St. Joseph's University)

Emergency Management Institute (Federal Emergency Management Agency)

Emergency Management Institute Syllabi Compilation

Executive Office for United States Attorneys, Office of Legal Education, National Advocacy Center

Federal Bureau of Investigation—Your Local FBI Office

Federal Emergency Management Agency (U.S. Department of Homeland Security)

FEMA and the National Domestic Preparedness Consortium Training

Fox Valley Technical College, Tactical Training Division

High Technology Crime Investigation Association
The High Technology Crime Investigation Association (HTCIA) encourages, promotes, and aids the voluntary interchange of data, information, experience, ideas, and knowledge about methods, processes, and techniques relating to investigations and security in advanced technologies.

Homeland Security Centers of Excellence

HomelandOne

Homeland Security Management Institute

Homeland Security Management Institute, Monroe Community College

Idaho Institute of Emergency Management (Boise Center of Idaho State University)

Identification Security: AAMVA Helping Secure a Safer America

Integrative Center for Homeland Security, Texas A&M University

Interagency Operations Security Support Staff

International Association of Bloodstain Pattern Analysts
The International Association of Bloodstain Pattern Analysts (IABPA) was formed in 1983 to encourage the research and promotion of the standardization of education and terminology relating to bloodstain pattern analysis. It alerts professionals in the field to worldwide training and networking opportunities.

International Association of Canine Professionals, Working K-9 Division

International Association of Chiefs of Police

International Association of Crime Analysts
The International Association of Crime Analysts (IACA) was formed in 1990 to help crime analysts worldwide improve their skills, make valuable contacts, help law enforcement agencies make the best use of crime analysis, and advocate for standards of performance and technique within the profession. IACA accomplishes these goals through training and networking and by distributing publications.

International Association of Directors of Law Enforcement Standards

International Association of Hazardous Materials Technicians

International Association of Firefighters Virtual Academy

International Law Enforcement Educators and Trainers Association

International Society of Explosives Engineers (ISEE)

International Tactical EMS Association

Law Enforcement Agency Resource Network, Anti-Defamation League

Law Enforcement Intelligence Unit

Law Enforcement Training Database (Bureau of Justice Assistance)

Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute

Middle East Studies Association Directory of Graduate & Undergraduate Programs

National Association for Search and Rescue

National Audiovisual Center at the National Technical Information Service (PDF)

National Center for Forensic Science

National Center for State Courts
Through original research, consulting services, publications, and national educational programs, the National Center for State Courts offers solutions that enhance court operations with the latest technology, collects and interprets the latest data on court operations nationwide, and provides information on proven "best practices" for improving court operations.

National Clearinghouse for Worker Safety and Health Training
This clearinghouse is funded by the Worker Education and Training Program of the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences. It is the primary national source for worker curricula, technical reports, and weekly news regarding hazardous waste.

National Communications System—Planning, Training and Exercise Support

National Emergency Management Association

National Emergency Response & Rescue Training Center

National Fire Academy Training Resources (Federal Emergency Management Agency)

National Fire Protection Agency

National Interagency Civil-Military Institute

National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives

National Sheriffs' Association

National Tactical Officers Association

Office for Domestic Preparedness (Homeland Security Preparedness Technical Assistance Program)

Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (U.S. Department of Justice)

Office of Hazardous Materials Safety, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

PoliceTraining.Net

President's DNA Initiative—Training
These training courses and resources help criminal justice and related professionals preserve and identify crime scene evidence.

Professional Law Enforcement Seminars

S2 Safety & Intelligence Institute

School of Criminal Justice, Michigan State University

Security Solutions International

START—National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism

State and Local Anti-Terrorism Training Program

State Guard Association of the United States

Stratfor

Texas Association of Crime and Intelligence Analysts

UCLA Extension

The University of Virginia Critical Incident Analysis Group

U.S. Fire Administration (Federal Emergency Management Agency)

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Partners—Law Enforcement Delegation of Immigration Authority

U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps

2004–2005 Training Catalog of Courses for the National Fire Academy and the Emergency Management Institute (U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Federal Emergency Management Agency)

American Humane: Red Star Emergency Services and The National Responder Program

American Translators Association

Association of Former Intelligence Officers

Arson & Explosives National Repository (Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco & Firearms)

CALEA Online (Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies)

Center for Problem-Oriented Policing

Centre for the Study of Terrorism and Political Violence (CSTPV)

CFITrainer.net (Fire Investigation)

Combating Terrorism Center at West Point
This center leverages the operational and academic expertise of its staff to provide cadets with experiential opportunities for studying terrorism, counter-terrorism, homeland security, and weapons of mass destruction.

Counter-Terrorism Committee Directory of Counter-Terrorism Information and Sources of Assistance

Compendium of Federal Terrorism Training for State and Local Audiences (Federal Emergency Management Association)

DHScovery

Emergency Preparedness & Response (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)

Extension Disaster Education Network

Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association

Homeland Security Training Network

The Humane Society of the United States

interFIRE Online

International Association for Intelligence Education

International Association of Bomb Technicians & Investigators

International Association of Chiefs of Police Net (IACP Net)

International Association of Chiefs of Police Training Keys
Spurred by the recent terrorist attacks in London, the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) has published two training guides on suicide bombers. IACP Training Key(r) #581 Suicide (Homicide) Bombers: Part I (PDF) discusses the profiles of suicide bombers, including possible characteristics and beliefs that lead to committing these acts. IACP Training Key(r) #582 Suicide (Homicide) Bombers: Part II (PDF) explains how law enforcement and other first responders should react to these incidents. Both are available to law enforcement at no charge.

International Counter-Terrorism Officers Association

International Critical Incident Stress Foundation, Inc.

Law Enforcement Agency Resource Network

Michigan State University Libraries, Criminal Justice Resources
The Social Sciences Collections section of the Michigan State University Libraries has compiled the following links to, and abstracts describing, web-accessible resources in several first responder and homeland security areas of interest: Agro-Security, Bioterrorism (including biological and chemical threats), Bomb Threats and Radiological Incidents, Emergency Management, Terrorism Groups and Related Issues, Transportation Security, and Weapons of Mass Destruction.

National Fire Protection Association

National Gang Intelligence Center (NGIC)

The National Incident Management System (NIMS) Integration Center

National Law Enforcement and Corrections Technology Center

National Law Enforcement Trainers Association

National Memorial Institute for the Prevention of Terrorism

National Personal Protective Technology Laboratory (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)

National Response Framework Resource Center

National Security Branch Training Video for Law Enforcement Partners

National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA)

NFA Online
National Fire Academy, U.S. Fire Administration, Federal Emergency Management Agency

NI² Center for Infrastructure Expertise

North American Police Work Dog Association

Northeast Intelligence Network

Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency Training Program

President's DNA Initiative—Training
These training courses and resources help criminal justice and related professionals preserve and identify crime scene evidence.

Responder Knowledge Base

Responding First to Bioterrorism--The National Academies Searchable Webshelf Collection

Security Service MI5

Terrorism Response Training for Law Enforcement

Terrorist Screening Center (U.S. Department of Homeland Security)

TRIPwire—Technical Resource for Incident Prevention

U.S. National Central Bureau of Interpol

U.S. Northern Command

United States Police Canine Association

Virtual Terrorism Response Academy: Ops Plus for WMD Hazmat

Weapons of Mass Destruction Civil Support Teams (The National Guard)

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