Several Public Information Officer (PIO) training opportunities are available on the western slope in January 2015. Basic Public Information Officer (PIO) - FEMA G290 is a two day course intended for PIOs of all emergency agencies and disciplines. The emphasis is on basic skills and knowledge needed for emergency management public information activities or as a refresher. Mock interviews will be videotaped. News releases will be practiced as well. January 27-28 in Montrose, CO. Course ID# 1024974. Joint Information Center - FEMA G291 is a one-day course is designed to equip PIOs to establish and operate in a Joint Information System/Center (JIS/JIC). The purpose of the course is to build on the solo PIO competencies gained in the Basic PIO courses and apply those skills in an expanding incident. Participants will also gain a working knowledge of operational practices for performing PIO duties within the NIMS multiagency coordination system. January 29 in Montrose, CO. Course ID# 1030531. Spokesperson Training is a one day course that is designed for agency spokespersons and those who prepare agency spokespersons. The course will cover media interviews, verbal/nonverbal communication, dealing with special events and more - including a customized session on social media. January 30 in Delta, CO. Course ID# 1049950 Registration for all courses is available at: co.train.org
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