Training Events

Scroll down to browse upcoming FFC Events. Many have links to brochures or webpages for more information. 

Restrictions made by Federal, State and local governments concerning the Corona Virus and public health are constantly changing. These training events must follow local guidelines and will differ from location to location. Remember, it is mandatory for participants to follow the guidelines of the training location.

Our training schedule is constantly changing, please continue to check back for the most current information with regards to training. 

Upcoming events

    • 27 Dec 2024
    • 00:00
    • 31 Dec 2025
    • 23:30
    Register

    Renewal By Fire Department

    January 1-December 31, 2025

    • 10 Feb 2025
    • 08:00
    • 13 Feb 2025
    • 17:00
    • Pasadena Fire Department Training Center, 1500 E. Villa St. Pasadena, CA 91101

    California Fire Chaplain Association

    and

    Federation of Fire Chaplains

    Fire Chaplain Essentials Training

    and

    FD Funerals

    February 10th thru the 13th, 2025

    Hosted by: Pasadena Fire Department

    Training Location

    Pasadena Fire Department Training Center

    1500 E. Villa St

    Pasadena, Calif. 91101

    (Enter through Hamilton Ave. gate and park in the grass area)


    FFC Essentials of Fire Chaplaincy – Basic FD Chaplain Training 16 hours

    Monday and Tuesday, February 10-11, 2025.

    Starting at 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Check in begins at 7:30 AM)


    Topics include 

    Chaplaincy Foundations and Personhood, Firefighter and Crisis Ministry, FD Funeral, PSOB, Chaplain Conduct, Fire Department Operations, Stress Management and Starting a Chaplaincy Program

    Fees

    $250.00 includes a

    printed manual and thumb drive.


    Instructors

    Chaplain Jim Duncan, Executive Director of the Federation of Fire Chaplains; Chaplain Jim Cook, CFCA President and FFC President

    Chaplain Richard Brown, CFCA Vice-President and FFC member


    FFC/CFCA Fire Department Funerals 16 hours

    Thursday and Friday, February 12-13, 2025

    8:00 AM -- 5:00 PM


    Topics include 

    How to prepare and deliver a funeral message, Types of Funerals, Developing the Order of Service, dealing with difficult issues, and More.


    Instructors


    Chaplain Patricia Marrufo,  Riverside County Fire Department

    Chaplain Dante Marruffo, Riverside County Fire Department

    Chaplain Vince Roldan, Los angeles County Fire Department

    Chaplain Jim Cook, CFCA President and FFC President, Riverside County Fire Dept.


    Fees

    $200.00 includes a printed manual


    Registration

    Online: www.cfcachaplain.org

    By Mail: Download the Flier below, fill out form on bottom of flier, and mail with payment to:

    California Fire Chaplains Association

    PO Box 3281

    Rocklin, CA  95677



    Additional Information 

    To view Flyer click below

    Flyer

    Meals and accommodations are the responsibility of the students

    Hotels near the classroom

    Howard Johnsons, 626-808-4500

    Saga Motor Hotel, 626-795-9431

    Hilton Pasadena, 626-797-2727

    The Westin, 626-792-2727

    Courtyard by Marriott, 626-403-7600.



    Topics include 
    • 21 Feb 2025
    • 08:00
    • 22 Feb 2025
    • 17:00
    • JFRD Union Hall- 618 Stockton St. Jacksonville, FL 32204

    Federation of Fire Chaplains

    Essentials of Fire Chaplaincy

    Februaray 21-22, 2025

    Hosted by: Jacksonville Fire Rescue

    Training Location

    JFRD Union Hall

    618 Stockton St.

    Jacksonville, FL 32204

    Essentials of Fire Chaplaincy 

      Sixteen hours of training in the areas of Chaplaincy: Foundations, Personhood of the Chaplain, Beginning a Fire Chaplaincy Program, Ministry to Firefighters Assisting those in Crisis, Chaplain Code of Conduct and Ethics, the Chaplain’s Response, On-Scene Operations, Incident Management, Stress Management, Firefighter Injury and Line of Duty Death, and Fire Service Funerals  

    Cost

    $250.00

    Click below for more information and Registration form

    To Register 

    Download and fill out Registration form. 

    You can scan and email to chaplainfd@gmail.com

    or mail to: 

    FD Chaplain Services, Inc.

    10221 S. Golden Elm Dr.

    Estero, FL 33928

    For More Information call 239-405-1737

    • 18 Mar 2025
    • 09:00 - 15:00
    • Choice Baptist Church, 16 Burton Loop, Fredricksburg, VA

    Chaplain Training Seminar

    Sponsored by

    Stafford County Fire Rescue

    March 18, 2025

    Choice Baptist Church

    16 Burton Loop

    Fredricksburg, Virginia


    To Register, please download the flyer

    and use the QR code



    Topics

    • Building a Chaplain Team
    • Chaplaincy in a Multireligious World
    • Self-Care for Chaplains
    • Best Practices-Panel Discussion


    Opportunities for Networking


    Breakfast and Lunch Included

    • 28 Mar 2025
    • 08:00
    • 29 Mar 2025
    • 17:00
    • 7559 FM 50, Brenham, Texas 77833
    Register

    FEDERATION OF FIRE CHAPLAINS

    ESSENTIALS OF FIRE CHAPLAINCY TRAINING

    Date: March 28 & 29, 2025

    Time: 8am – 5pm

    Location: 7559 FM 50, Brenham, TX 77833

           Prairie Hill-Rocky Hill Volunteer Fire Dept.

    Cost: $250.00 (Includes manual & teaching materials)

    Local Host: Jordan Pierce (979-906-8563)

    Essentials to Fire Chaplaincy

    Chapters include Foundations of Fire Chaplaincy-Personhood of the Chaplain-Beginning a Fire Chaplaincy Program-Ministry to Firefighters-Ministry to Individuals in Crisis-Chaplain Conduct-Stress Management-Firefighter Injury and Death.

    Register online at the Federation of Fire Chaplains website.

    FFC Website Link: https://ffc.wildapricot.org/event-6047047


    • 11 Apr 2025
    • 08:30
    • 12 Apr 2025
    • 17:30
    • 6480 Sullivan Trail A, Wind Gap, PA 18091

    FIRST RESPONDER CHAPLAIN CORPS

    IS HOSTING

    FEDERATION OF FIRE CHAPLAINS

    ESSENTIALS OF FIRE CHAPLAINCY

    APRIL 11-12, 2025

    Location

    Plainfield Township Volunteer Fire Company

    6480 Sullivan Trail A

    Wind Gap. PA 18091


    For Mor information and to Register

    Contact

    Peter Keady

    First Responder Chaplain Corps


    admin@firstrespondercc.com


    (620) 360-9750

    1210 Blair Street

    Easton, PA 18045


    • 17 Oct 2025
    • 08:00
    • 23 Oct 2025
    • 12:00
    • Coast Nisku Inn & Conference Center, 1101 4 Street, Nisku, AB, Canada T9E 7N1

          

    FFC Annual Conference 2025
    October 16-24, 2025

    Pre-Conference

    October 17-19, 2025



    Details will be added when they become available.



    The 2024 Annual Conference of the Federation of Fire Chaplains will be held near Edmonton Airport in Nisku, Alberta, Canada

    We encourage you to choose our host hotel:

    1101 4 Street, Nisku, AB, Canada T9E 7N1

    www.coastniskuinn.com



    Room Rates:

    • Coast King Room: $139 per night + tax Single occupancy
      •                            $149 Per night + Tax based on double occupancy
    • Coast Two Queen Room: $139 per night + tax
      •   $149 Per night + Tax based on double occupancy

    These rates are based on double occupancy. Please note that there will be an additional charge of $20 per night for each extra guest.

      Kindly note that children currently are not able to be added to the reservation. Please just bypass this option and reserve the size of the room you require.  

    Cancellation Policy: There is a 24-hour cancellation policy in effect. If you need to cancel your reservation, please do so at least 24 hours before your scheduled arrival. Failure to cancel within this timeframe will result in a No-Show charge, which will be your responsibility, not that of the Federation of fire Chaplains.

    Complimentary Shuttle Service: We offer a complimentary shuttle service to and from the airport for your convenience. If you require this service, please contact us at 780-955-7744 to arrange your pickup.

    If you have any questions or require further assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out. We look forward to welcoming you to the Coast Nisku Inn & Conference Centre.

    Please note this does not include taxes

    This room rate is only available October 16-24, 2025

    Click on the link below to make your reservations

    PLEASE NOTE

    Staying at the host hotel not only makes EVERYTHING much easier for you, it also helps FFC and our host team who depend on room bookings to defray our overall costs

    Pre-Conference Training October 17-19


    Essentials of Fire Chaplaincy

    Advanced Chaplaincy Class-To Be Announced

    CISM-To Be Announced


    The General Conference will begin on Sunday evening, October 19, 2025, with the "Tired Travelers" reception.

    Following the Opening ceremonies, Monday, October 28, the attendee will have the opportunity for 16 hours of additional training on topics selected by the host chaplains.

    NOTE

    Registration will open on or before May 1, 2025

    Register Early

    Prices increase after

    August 31, 2025

    Be Sure to Register Early


    Conference Pricing also reflects a discount for Members

    To get the FFC Member discount You must become a Member

    Before August 31, 2025 

    (If interested, please contact the office for additional information or follow the membership links on the Home page)


    The Spouse Program is and additional $175.00. If your spouse would like to participate, make sure you click the box on the Registration form.


    CANCELLATIONS

    PLEASE NOTE

    To cancel your registration, you must contact the office:

    email (ffc.chaplain@gmail.com)

    phone (469-955-1522)


    If registration is cancelled after September 15, 2024,

    you may be subject to a charge. 




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    Pre-Conference Training

    October 17-19 2024



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    Transportation Information

    Edmonton Airport (YEG)

    The Conference Centre offers a shuttle service to and from the airport.

    Please remember this is a courtesy!





    Our Local Host:

    Chaplain Chris White

    email


    FFC Office

    Chaplain Jimmie Duncan

    Office: (469) 503-1566

    Mobile: (469) 955-1522

    email



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