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Basic Grain Engulfment Rescue - CR22120

Sept. 18, 2021

| 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Buckner, MO

Hours: 8 | Prerequisites: None | Host requirements: Contact MU FRTI for details.This class is designed to introduce participants to the hazards and issues associated with grain entrapment/engulfment emergencies and basic techniques to safely conduct ...

All Hazards Planning Section Chief - CP22166

Sept. 20, 2021 - Sept. 23, 2021

Riverside, MO

Hours: 32 | Prerequisites: Yes | Host requirements: None | POST: YesThis course addresses all responsibilities appropriate to a Planning Section Chief operating in a local- or state-level All-Hazards Incident Management Team. These responsibilities ...

Homeland Security Exercise & Evaluation Program (HSEEP) - Virtual - CP22118

Sept. 20, 2021

| 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Hours: 2 | Prerequisites: None | CEU: Yes | POST: Yes | Host requirements: NoneThis workshop and facilitated tabletop exercise lasts approximately two hours. It is intended to increase the overall preparedness of both pipeline companies and local ...

Homeland Security Exercise & Evaluation Program (HSEEP) - Virtual - CP22119

Sept. 21, 2021

| 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Hours: 2 | Prerequisites: None | CEU: Yes | POST: Yes | Host requirements: NoneThis workshop and facilitated tabletop exercise lasts approximately two hours. It is intended to increase the overall preparedness of both pipeline companies and local ...

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Weather-Related Sales of Livestock

Publication date: April 1, 2021

Weather variability is one of the largest sources of risk in agricultural production. Livestock producers forced to sell animals because of weather-related conditions (such as flood, drought or other conditions that cause a shortage of water or feed) ...

Taxation of Crop Insurance and Disaster Payments

Publication date: March 1, 2021

Figure 1. A weather event such as a drought can impact crop production, farm income and taxation situations.Weather variability is one of the largest sources of risk in agricultural production (see Figure 1). Congress has recognized the impact of ...

MU Fire and Rescue Training Institute Annual Report 2020

Publication date: Jan. 1, 2021

As the fiscal year began on July 1, 2019, the future looked great for fire service training in the state. Funding levels looked to increase to allow more training opportunities for first responders throughout Missouri, which in turn would provide for ...

Pricing Corn Silage

Publication date: Dec. 1, 2020

Figure 1. Agricultural producers should consider the current price of corn and inputs for pricing corn silage. Silage is the harvest of whole corn plants at 60 to 70 percent whole plant moisture. Optimal harvest occurs when kernels are at 1/2 milk ...

Rules for Missouri Fire Protection Districts

Publication date: May 1, 2020

Ballard Local Government SeriesAcknowledgmentsThe purpose of this manual is to help fire protection district officials understand and comply with the state’s requirements. It is, first and foremost, the work of the late John Ballard. This edition ...

MU Fire and Rescue Training Institute Annual Report 2019

Publication date: Jan. 1, 2020

As the fiscal year began, faculty and staff of the Institute felt this year was going to be a great year for the fire service in the state. Funding levels were forecasted to increase which would allow more training opportunities for first responders ...

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EMT Entrance exam FY 2022

July 1, 2021 - June 30, 2022

online $500.00

Complete the EMS Education Application FIRST before. If accepted, you will receive an email with further instructions and a discount code for this exam This EMT entrance exam will test your abilities in 4 areas. Testing areas include math, medical ...

EMS Education Application FY 2022

July 1, 2021 - June 30, 2022

online $0.00

The application process is the first step towards achieving emergency services education. This course will guide you through the EMS Education Institute application process. You must apply to and be accepted by the EMS Education Institute before ...

Paramedic entrance exam FY 2022

July 1, 2021 - June 30, 2022

online $500.00

Complete the EMS Education Application FIRST before. If accepted, you will receive an email with further instructions and a discount code for this exam This EMT entrance exam will test your abilities in 4 areas. Testing areas include math, medical ...

Hazardous Materials and Weapons of Mass Destruction Incident Response Awareness 090121

Sept. 1, 2021 - Oct. 15, 2021

$25.00

Welcome to Hazardous Materials and Weapons of Mass Destruction Incident Response Awareness. This awareness-level course is the first level of first responder certification. A first responder must be properly trained and mentally prepared when called ...

2021-05 EMT Course

May 4, 2021 - Oct. 12, 2021

online $2,000.00

This online EMS Basic course is an interactive, blended-learning opportunity provides excellent educational experience for qualified candidates, preparing you to become top-notch Basic Life Support practitioners in your role as an EMT Basic. This ...

CEU Enhanced Leadership Development Academy for RNs and NHAs in Long-term Care

Nov. 1, 2020 - Oct. 31, 2021

online $1,000.00

Take this survey FIRST before you click the register button to determine your eligibility. This professional development course offers RNs and NHAs working in LTC an engaging on-line learning environment with an emphasis on practical application that ...

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Community Health Engagement and Outreach

When individuals are healthy, physically and mentally, the community is healthy.

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Providing an evolving, dynamic education and training program for new and existing EMS and Allied Healthcare Professionals meeting and exceeding current standard of care

MU Fire and Rescue Training Institute

FRTI provides comprehensive education and skills training for Missouri’s fire and emergency service responders.

Community Emergency Management Program

Provides education and technical assistance to individuals and families, local governments, businesses, schools and organizations in preparing and responding to natural and man-made disasters.

Continuing Education for Health Professions

Showcases high-quality and affordable lifelong learning opportunities for Missouri's health professionals

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Providing information and resources about drought monitoring and mitigation.

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