Dates and Times:
October 7 & 8, 2025
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM ET
Location:
Training Room
613 MacCorkle Avenue
Saint Albans, WV 25177
Presented by:
The Center for Rural Development and the RDPC
(Rural Domestic Preparedness Consortium)
Sponsoring Agency:
Saint Albans Police Department
Course Description:
MGT 335 is a DHS/FEMA-certified, tuition-free, 16-hour course tailored for small and rural community public safety personnel and local officials. This comprehensive training addresses the security concerns and planning considerations necessary for executing safe, effective public events of any size.
Participants will gain essential skills in:
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Guiding Principles for Event Security:
Understand the foundational aspects of securing events. -
Risk Assessment Fundamentals:
Learn to conduct thorough risk, threat, and vulnerability assessments. -
Event Security Planning Components:
Develop emergency action plans, determine resource needs, and establish Memorandums of Agreement (MOAs). -
Actionable Security Intelligence:
Understand the role of intelligence in security planning and operational response. -
Interactive Scenarios:
Engage in decision-based video exercises to practice handling real-world incident scenarios. -
Event Planning Exercise:
Apply learned concepts in a structured, hands-on planning simulation.
Who Should Attend:
This course is recommended for:
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Law Enforcement Officers
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Emergency Medical Services Personnel
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Fire Service Members
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Emergency Management Professionals
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Governmental Administrators
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Public Health Officials
Registration Details:
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Deadline: September 23, 2025, by 5:00 PM ET
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Minimum Enrollment: 20 participants required by the deadline to confirm course delivery
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FEMA S.I.D. Required: All participants must have a FEMA Student Identification Number
Register for a FEMA SID
How to Register:
Registration is mandatory and must be completed through the RDPC website:
👉 Register for MGT 335
Please ensure registration is submitted no later than two weeks before the course start date.
Course Contact:
Susan Bloomfield
📞 419-434-4353
✉️ [email protected]
Accommodation Assistance:
Need accommodation for our training events? Contact the Saint Albans Police Department for recommended lodging options and potential discounted rates to ensure a comfortable and affordable stay.
Multi-Agency Collaboration Emphasis:
This course not only equips participants with the necessary tools to handle sensitive child death investigations but also emphasizes the importance of multi-agency collaboration and thorough investigative techniques.
