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Introduction to the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)

About this event

Instructor: Brad Wenskoski, CFM, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation

Description: In this introductory course, attendees will learn about the basics of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). The training will provide an overview of the goals of the NFIP, highlight frequently used definitions, provide details on information found in Flood Insurance Studies (FIS) and on Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs), as well as provide references to the NYS Uniform Code requirements that apply to the program. This course will include an overview of federal, state, and local responsibilities for program implementation and provide guidance for local Floodplain Administrators enforcing the program in their communities. 

  • Continuing Education Credits:
    • Certified Floodplain Manager, ASFPM: 1 credits
    • Code Credit, New York State Department of State: Uncertain | Pending Approval for 1 hour

  • Registration fees:
    • NYSFSMA Members: $20
    • Free for NYSFSMA members who are New York State Code officials with a student training ID.
    • All Non-Members of NYSFSMA: $75
    • You can become an individual member of NYSFSMA for only $40 at nyfloods.org

Date and Time

Thursday, January 16, 2025, 12:00 PM until 1:00 PM

Location

This is a Virtual training that will be on GoToWebinar. A link to register for this will be emailed
USA

Event Contact(s)

Cristen Crew

Category

Virtual Training

Registration Info

Registration is required
Payment In Full In Advance Only