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Community Education for Fire Fighters & First Responders

The IAFF Center of Excellence is committed to raising awareness and providing education about behavioral health matters that impact fire fighters, paramedics and dispatchers across the United States and Canada. Our community education webinar series is designed to engage and inform fire service members and treatment professionals alike on unique topics that impact this population. Please join us for an upcoming training to learn more.

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Exploring Strategies of Active Listening and Empathy to Support Others

Personal and professional relationships can thrive with effective communication in place. This webinar will explore strategies for success for first responders through the development of active listening skills and empathy during difficult times. Attendees will gain the tools to learn how to help others feel heard and understood, as well as discover ways to provide support through verbal and non-verbal communication. Attendees will gain awareness of steps to take to further connection with others and to lend a hand to those that are struggling. pursue new goals. The session will focus on creating a fulfilling and purpose-driven retirement that honors the legacy of a fire service career while embracing new opportunities for growth and contribution.
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OCT 21

Breathwork for First Responders: On-Demand Relaxation and Trauma Release for the Fire Service

A career in the fire service demands high-velocity performance, exposing personnel to chronic occupational stress that disrupts sleep, focus, and long-term health. This educational webinar focuses on the power of our own breath—a reminder that our medicine is always within us—as a direct control panel for the human nervous system. You will learn the core foundations of on-demand relaxation tools and explore how to instantly shift from high-alert survival states to deep recovery.
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NOV 5

Conflict Mitigation in the Fire Service: Building Stronger, More Effective Teams

Conflict is a reality in the fire service and often prevents mission success. The traditions that have governed our service for over a century are being called into question, and instead of unifying our team, opposing personalities lead to division and conflict. Many are consumed by the idea of skipping ahead to resolution, ignoring that we operate in a world where our company officers need to manage a diverse workforce.
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NOV 20

Supplement Smackdown: A Practical Guide for First Responders

Supplements are everywhere. From pre workout powders to sleep gummies and “miracle” recovery drinks. But how do you know what’s actually helpful, what’s just hype, and what could be dangerous? In this straight-shooting session, we’ll break down the must-know facts about common supplements used by first responders. We’ll cover what’s worth considering for reducing inflammation, improving sleep, and boosting performance, as well as what belongs in the trash (we’re looking at you, detox teas). We’ll also briefly touch on performance nutrition, including what to eat before and after a workout, so you’re not relying solely on powders to get results.
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DEC 9
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Approved Continuing Education Provider

IAFF Center of Excellence has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No.7114. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. IAFF Center of Excellence is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

Featured Speakers

All webinars are led by IAFF Center of Excellence staff, IAFF Clinicians or Local members or clinicians specialized in the treatment of fire fire fighters, first responders and paramedics.

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Abby Morris, MD

Medical Director at the IAFF Center of Excellence

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Hannah Elmore, MSW

Clinical Outreach Coordinator at the IAFF Center of Excellence

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Lauren Kosc, CCTP, LCPC

Behavioral Health Specialist International Association of Fire Fighters

Featured Webinar

Behavioral Health Among Fire Fighters and Paramedics: Treating Occupational Needs

Presented By:

Abby Morris, MD, a board-certified psychiatrist and medical director at the IAFF Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health Treatment and Recovery. This webinar will introduce attendees to the unique needs of fire service members seeking behavioral healthcare. This presentation is ideal for medical and clinical professionals seeking to treat or currently treating fire service members and IAFF members, fire service leadership, peer support team members, chaplains, spouses and other individuals in a capacity to support first responders in treatment and recovery.

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Addiction
Behavioral Health Spotlight
Clinical Trainings
Fire Service Families
Mental Health
Peer Support
Strategies for Success
Suicide Prevention
Trauma in the Fire Service
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