2020 Winter Conference
February 21-22, 2020
O'Fallon

Join  trustees from more than 40 downstate fire protection districts in O'Fallon for the two day regional Winter Conference, featuring 8 hours of continuing education for trustees and 3 hours for pension board trustees. The networking reception invites you to "talk shop" with leaders from other districts. The vendor displays give you time to learn about new products and services within the industry. 
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​WHO SHOULD ATTEND: 
​Both new and experienced fire protection district officials, including trustees, fire chiefs, and attorneys will benefit from these programs.

​PROGRAM: “It’s Always Been Tough—But Really?!” This trustee training will focus on Handling Things in Today’s Emergency Services Environment, with the latest in governance and administration of fire protection districts and fire departments.  The speakers will cover the ever-increasing responsibilities of districts today and the new laws enacted by the General Assembly. The program will also devote time to learn about Firefighter Resiliency and Mental Health

Chiefs will benefit from added programming with them in mind. added Chief’s track to the Winter Conference
Your Training Program: What Every Officer Must Know
Chief Forest Reeder, Tinley Park FD

Healthy Leadership: Wellness in the Volunteer & Combination Fire Service
Chief Al Yancey, Minooka FPD
​Register online now!


SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
All Winter Conference sponsors have the opportunity to display products and services during the trades show. This conference brings ample time to visit with district leaders. Find information and register to sponsor HERE

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Annual Administration Training Sessions 
 Continuing Trustee Education (CTE)

​March 28th, 2020 CTE session format change: This training will be presented in a live remote format and will be available to download later in lieu of a refund for those who have pre-registered  as of March 13th. Each person who logs in and participates in the session will meet the 3-hour CE requirement for 2020. Watch your email for details or email karrie@iafpd.org with questions.  

 CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENT (CE)
Trustees who have completed the 3-Part Essential Trustee Training (ETT) in compliance with PA 95-0799 in 2019 or before have until the end of 2020 to meet the yearly three hour continuing education requirement.  Attendance at a Continued Trustee Education  has been approved by the Office of the State Fire Marshal and will meet the continuing education requirement for 2020.

These regional sessions provide an excellent opportunity to support IAFPD's educational programs and meet with customers and prospective customers closest to you. CLICK HERE to learn more.

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CTE Sessions in pictures

CTE Sessions are held at fire protection district facilities in different areas of the state. If your district is interested in hosting an CTE session, and can comfortably accommodate at least 75 attendees, let us know!