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Thinking about focus, participation, and effort—I was highly engaged throughout this course.	Strongly Disagree	Disagree	Neutral	Agree	Strongly Agree
I am confident in applying the knowledge and skills learned in this training while on an incident.	Strongly Disagree	Disagree	Neutral	Agree	Strongly Agree
The training content was relevant and included how I can apply it on an incident.	Strongly Disagree	Disagree	Neutral	Agree	Strongly Agree

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What is the likelihood you will be able to apply your learning on an incident in the next two years? (e.g. have the time, appropriate opportunities, initiated task book, supervisor support, peer support, resources)?	Very Low	Low	Moderate	High	Very High

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Which parts of the course did you find most helpful (practical takeaways, clear instruction, engaging activities)?

What specific changes would improve this training experience to make it easier to apply in the incident environment? (e.g., prerequisite courses, review of relevant standards, position task book, etc.)

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This course is relevant to its intended audience.	Strongly Agree	Agree	Neutral	Disagree	Strongly Disagree
The information in the course was accurate.	Strongly Agree	Agree	Neutral	Disagree	Strongly Disagree

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How well do the current learning outcomes align with the course content?	Extremely Well	Somewhat Well	Neutral	Not Really	Not at All	Somewhat not Well

Do you feel students achieved the intended learning outcomes?

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The course materials were clear and easy to follow. Examples: Instructor guide was usable, handouts were appropriate, and I was able to deliver the activities without confusion.	Strongly Agree	Agree	Neutral	Disagree	Strongly Disagree

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How helpful was the instructor guide in preparing you to teach this course?	Very Helpful	Somewhat Helpful	Neutral	Somewhat Unhelpful	Very Unhelpful

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NWCG Latest Announcements

NEW! S-420, Intermediate Incident Management Available Now

Date: October 26, 2026
Questions?
Please contact: Qualifications Management Committee

NWCG is excited to announce that S-420, Intermediate Incident Management (Instructor-led) is now available on the Wildland Fire Learning Portal! This performance-based course is designed to prepare individuals interested in serving on a Complex Incident Management Team (CIMT).

Prior to attending S-420, students must be qualified as a Type 3 Command and General Staff, Unit Leaders, or Division/Group Supervisor (DIVS). Students will also be required to complete the prerequisite trainings ICS-300, Intermediate Incident Command System (ICS) for Expanding Incidents and one of the following:

S-320, Introduction to Incident Management Teams
O-305, Type 3 All-Hazards Incident Management Team Introduction
H-337, Command and General Staff Functions for Local Incident Management Teams

References:

S-420, Intermediate Incident Management (Instructor-led)

Wildland Fire Learning Portal

Make an Impact: Serve the Wildland Fire Community as an IPTM SME!

Date: October 23, 2026
Questions?
Please contact: NWCG SME Specialist

NWCG is seeking experienced wildland firefighters and support personnel to serve as Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) for the Incident Performance and Training Modernization (IPTM) initiative. IPTM aims to transition NWCG’s training and qualification system to a performance-based model by updating position descriptions, Incident Position Standards, Next Generation Position Task Books (Next Gen PTBs), and training where needed.

NWCG is currently recruiting SMEs for the Spring 2027 positions listed below:

Finance/Administration Section Chief Complex (FSCC)
Incident Commander Complex (ICCI)
Logistics Section Chief Complex (LSCC)
Operations Section Chief Complex (OSCC)
Planning Section Chief Complex (PSCC)
Safety Officer Complex (SOFC)
Base/Camp Manager (BCMG)
Infrared Interpreter (IRIN)
Prescribed Fire Burn Boss Type 1 (RXB1)
Situation Unit Leader (SITL)

Projects begin mid-January 2027. Sign up by November 15, 2026, at the link below and review the attached document for additional details.

References:

NWCG SME Interest Sign-up

IPTM Subject Matter Expert Duties and Expectations Document

Incident Performance and Training Modernization (IPTM)

Incident Position Standards and the Next Generation Position Task Book Now Available for FOBS

Date: October 22, 2026
Questions?
Please contact: Fire Planning Management Committee

NWCG is excited to announce that Incident Position Standards and the Next Generation Position Task Book are now available for Field Observer (FOBS).

The Performance Support Package for this position was developed as part of the Incident Performance and Training Modernization effort. These resources support trainees, qualified personnel, and evaluators in their respective roles.

Any changes to qualification pathways will take effect with the next update of the NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Position Qualifications, PMS 310-1, scheduled for release in January 2027.

References:

NWCG Field Observer Position Page

Incident Position Standards and the Next Generation Position Task Book Now Available for GISS

Date: October 22, 2026
Questions?
Please contact: Integration Management Committee

NWCG is excited to announce that Incident Position Standards and the Next Generation Position Task Book are now available for Geographic Information System Specialist (GISS).

Any changes to qualification pathways will take effect with the next update of the NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Position Qualifications, PMS 310-1, scheduled for release in January 2027.

References:

NWCG Geographic Information System Specialist Position Page

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