Regional Training DirectorLocation: Old Dominion EMS Alliance – Henrico, VAApplication Period: December 17, 2025 – January 16, 2026, at 5:00 PM 2025- Position Description- Training Director - 8-12-2025Download About ODEMSA We are seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented professional to serve as our Regional Training Director, overseeing the planning, coordination, and delivery of EMS training programs.The... Continue Reading →
The Virginia Office of EMS is pleased to launch the Fall 2025 Rescue Squad Assistance Fund (RSAF) competitive matching grant cycle. This opportunity supports nonprofit EMS agencies and organizations across Virginia with funding for essential equipment, training supplies, special projects, and statewide priority alignment. Applications are open August 1 through September 15, 2025, via the E‑GIFT portal.
A unique interprofessional development program designed for EMS providers and clinicians who want to lead the way in caring for aging adults with complex needs. The Virginia Geriatric Education Center (VGEC) is now recruiting for the 2025–2026 Creating Interprofessional Readiness for Complex & Aging Adults (CIRCAA) program; a highly interactive, case-based professional development opportunity open to EMS... Continue Reading →
Autism Training for First Responders Course Overview This hybrid course is designed to equip first responders across Virginia with safe, evidence-based, and community-informed procedures for supporting individuals with autism in crisis situations. The course covers topics such as understanding autism, effective communication with individuals on the autism spectrum, de-escalation techniques, locating individuals during wandering episodes,... Continue Reading →
For Immediate Release: October 2, 2024Contacts: Office of the Governor: Christian Martinez, Christian.Martinez@governor.virginia.gov Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Executive Order Establishing a First Responder Wellness Office, Increasing Coordination and Support for First Responder Wellness RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today issued Executive Order 38, which directs the Secretary of Public Safety and Homeland Security to establish an... Continue Reading →
The Fall 2024 RSAF Competitive Matching Grant Program will open for applications starting August 1, 2024. OEMS invites nonprofit licensed EMS agencies and other eligible Virginia EMS organizations, as outlined in § 32.1-111.12, to submit their applications by September 16, 2024. Should you require assistance with the application process, ODEMSA is available to provide support.... Continue Reading →
Due to COVID-19, all scheduled Consolidated Test Sites (CTS) within the Commonwealth are canceled through December 31, 2020.
This study is being organized by an EMS provider, an undergraduate Professional Science major at Virginia Commonwealth University, who is interested in gathering the opinions of other providers regarding current pelvic immobilization techniques and training protocols. Your opinions and background are valuable, and we thank you for considering completing this survey. We estimate the survey... Continue Reading →
Please click the below link to be taken to a webinar recorded by the department addressing the new rule as well as regulatory background information. Hazardous Pharmaceutical Waste Webinar Thanks to Lisa Ellis, Hazardous Waste Compliance Coordinator, for the link and related information! Summary: Hazardous Waste Pharmaceuticals- Sewering BanUpdated- August 28th, 2019 Effective August 23rd,... Continue Reading →
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