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Registration Open for the 2026 Virginia First Responder Symposium
Registration is now open for the 2026 Virginia First Responder Symposium, taking place June 12–21, 2026 at The Inn at Virginia Tech & Skelton Conference Center in Blacksburg.
This year marks the 51st year of excellence in EMS and first responder training, bringing together responders from across the Commonwealth for 10 days of hands-on training, continuing education, and professional development.
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https://issuu.com/vavrs/docs/2026_vafr_symposium_brochure.vf
Registration Information
Registration is now open.
⚠️ You must be a member of the Virginia Association of First Responders (VAFR) to register for the Symposium.
Each course or event requires separate registration, so be sure to register for each session you plan to attend.
For questions or assistance with registration:
VAFR State Office
📞 800-833-0602
📧 [email protected]
Official Symposium Information
This article serves as a news announcement. The official and most up-to-date information, including course listings, schedules, and registration instructions, can be found on the Symposium page.
👉 View the Official Symposium Page
What to Expect at the 2026 Symposium
The 2026 Symposium will feature:
• 8 comprehensive training tracks
• 130+ training courses
Training opportunities are designed for:
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EMS professionals
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Fire departments
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Law enforcement agencies
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Youth participants
Course Highlights
Participants can expect a wide variety of hands-on and classroom learning opportunities including:
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Rope Rescue
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Vehicle Extrication
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Infectious Disease Control
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Swift Water Rescue
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ALS / PALS
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Mental Health for EMS
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Rescue Camp for Youth
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Live Rescue Scenarios
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And much more
Why Attend?
The Virginia First Responder Symposium offers an opportunity to:
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Sharpen technical rescue skills
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Earn continuing education credits
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Network with fellow first responders
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Learn from experienced instructors from across the region
Additional Information
For more information about the Symposium, contact:
Kevin Dillard, Symposium Chair
📧 [email protected]
Virginia Association of First Responders
2535 Turkey Creek Road
Oilville, VA 23129
📞 804-749-8191