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Online & Self-Paced PIO Training
Looking for training you can complete anytime? This curated
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Information Officers and public sector communicators.
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Core PIO Training
These nationally recognized courses form the foundation of public information practice in emergency management and public safety
E/K/L0105 – Public Information Basics
FEMA | In-Person & Virtual | Free
An introductory course covering the fundamentals of public information operations, media relations, and messaging during incidents and emergencies.
E/K/L0388 – Advanced Public Information Officer
FEMA | In-Person | Free
An advanced course focused on complex incidents, joint information systems, and strategic communications during high-profile events
TEXAS HB33 APPROVED CLASSES*
- Bill Blackwood LEMIT Public Information Officer course
- TEEX MGT 318 Public Information in an All-Hazards Incident
- FEMA Advanced Public Information Officer E/K/L-0388
- FEMA All-Hazards Public Information Officer E/K/L-0952
- FBI LEEDA Media and Public Relations course
- FBI LEEDA Master Public Information Officer
- TDEM Texas Public Information Officer Course
NOTE: Per updated TAB from TCOLE, the FEMA E/L/K-0105 Public Information Basics course is no longer accepted under HB33 guidance.
*Per January 9, 2026 Technical Assistance Bulletin (TAB) from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE)
Texas HB33 Deadline
Current Texas PIOs must complete required certification by September 1, 2026.
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