Overview
Our nation faces an ever-changing homeland security risk environment, and the profession of emergency management must evolve to meet it. The nation needs well-trained emergency management personnel, strategic leadership, and innovation. FEMA’s National Disaster & Emergency Management University ensures we continue to build a distinct pipeline of talent and depth of knowledge to proactively face current and future threats and hazards. Since its founding as the Civil Defense Staff College in 1951, FEMA’s Emergency Management Institute (EMI) has evolved to meet the needs of a changing world. Today, in response to a global pandemic, more frequent severe weather emergencies, and domestic threats, EMI is transforming into the National Disaster & Emergency Management University (NDEMU). This transformation reflects our commitment to meet the changing needs of the emergency management field and the security of our homeland.
Mission
The National Disaster and Emergency Management University (NDEMU), established by FEMA, aims to
strengthen the nation’s capacity to prepare for, respond to, recover from, and mitigate disasters. It empowers society through education, builds the next generation of emergency managers, and advances the profession through specialized schools.
Upcoming Events
- L0105 Public Information Basics Sep 2, 2026 – Sep 4, 2026 • Downey, CA
- FY 2026 FEMA Executive Public Information Officer Week 3 Sep 14, 2026 – Sep 18, 2026 • Emmitsburg, MD
- K0105 Public Information Basics Sep 14, 2026 – Sep 18, 2026 • TBA
- E/L0952 NIMS ICS All-Hazards Public Information Officer Sep 14, 2026 – Sep 18, 2026 • Emmitsburg, MD
- FEMA E/L0388 Advanced Public Information Officer Sep 21, 2026 – Sep 26, 2026 • Las Cruces, NM
- L0105 Public Information Basics Sep 28, 2026 – Sep 30, 2026 • Bloomfield, IN
- L0105 Public Information Basics Sep 29, 2026 – Oct 1, 2026 • Gunnison, CO
- L0105 Public Information Basics Sep 29, 2026 – Oct 1, 2026 • Dimondale, MI
- FEMA E/L0388 Advanced Public Information Officer Nov 16, 2026 – Nov 20, 2026 • Franklin, MA
- FY2027 FEMA Executive Public Information Officer Week 1 Dec 7, 2026 – Dec 10, 2026 • Emmitsburg, MD
Resources
- FEMA Advanced Public Information Officer (APIO)Certification / Credential
- FEMA Executive Public Information Officer (EPIO)Certification / Credential