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By Robert Avsec
How to get the most out of NFA education

So you're looking to advance your professional development in your fire and EMS career. Being a life-long learner is a desirable characteristic in a profession where the body of knowledge is continually growing. A good place to start is enrolling for courses offered at the U.S. Fire Administration's National Fire Academy. The NFA, located on the campus of the National Emergency Training...

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