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This seminar uses one of three case studies to examine the dynamics leadership, planning and communications during a crisis from the perspective of an elected or community leaders. This four-hour seminar explores recent case studies to frame the discussion regarding methods to overcome challenges in planning and responding to a large-scale incident. The seminar’s outcome […]
The MPRC holds a number of events each year focused on the most pressing issues in public relations. From regular professional development seminars to the Annual Conference each fall, these events will present you with growth opportunities and new ways to develop your skills. Check our event calendar to see what’s coming up.
3CMA is excited to partner with the National Association of County Information Officers (NACIO) to bring you a one-day regional conference in Jefferson Parish, LA, on Friday, July 17, 2026, at the Jefferson Parish Emergency Operations Center. This special event will bring together city, county, and regional communicators for a day of learning, networking, and […]
The MPRC holds a number of events each year focused on the most pressing issues in public relations. From regular professional development seminars to the Annual Conference each fall, these events will present you with growth opportunities and new ways to develop your skills. Check our event calendar to see what’s coming up.
NSPRA National Seminar: The Premier School Communication Learning Conference Powerful communication builds stronger schools and communities. Each year, the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA) brings together school communication professionals, superintendents and education leaders from across the United States, Canada and beyond for the largest communications-focused professional development event in the field.
The Public Information Officer (PIO) course is designed for public safety personnel responsible for managing, disseminating, and overseeing information on behalf of their departments or organizations. Open to potential, newly assigned, and experienced PIOs—as well as administrative executives involved in public communication—the program equips participants with the essential skills and “tools of the trade” needed […]
The FBI-LEEDA Media and Public Relations (MPR) course is a 4 ½-day intense curriculum developed to assist law enforcement in communication with not only the media, but the communities they serve. The course is suitable for chiefs and commanders who may deal with the media on a regular or ad hoc basis and full-time/part-time Public […]
The FBI-LEEDA Media and Public Relations (MPR) course is a 4 ½-day intense curriculum developed to assist law enforcement in communication with not only the media, but the communities they serve. The course is suitable for chiefs and commanders who may deal with the media on a regular or ad hoc basis and full-time/part-time Public […]
The National Response Framework (NRF) and the National Incident Management System (NIMS) devote significant attention to the importance of emergency public information. Public Information Officers are key members of the ICS and EOC organizations, and work closely with officials who are part of Multiagency Coordination Groups. PIOs advise the Incident Commander, Unified Command, and EOC […]
Building off of the FBI-LEEDA Media & Public Relations course, the Master Public Information Officer course moves the participant from the tactical to the strategic level of media and brand management. Participants will spend 4 ½ days exploring; the business model of media engagement, take a deeper dive into cultivating a brand image through internal […]
This course covers topics necessary to work as a Public Information Officer (PIO), such as: ethics legal issues policies the media scene management news conferences As part of the course, you will present information on camera about a simulated incident, prepare written press releases, and learn how to prepare for news-media interviews.
This eight-hour performance-level course is designed to provide participants with knowledge and skills using social media tools to engage individuals and volunteer organizations for assistance during an emergency. Participants will learn about social media engagement techniques, individual and organizational roles in crisis communication, and Virtual Operations Support Teams (VOST).