DCJS’ first responder wellness training is open to all first
responder groups, including but not limited to, law enforcement, fire/EMS,
EMTs, dispatchers and corrections. Training is also open to retired
first responders as well as civilian peer support and mental health clinicians
who are culturally competent in first responder wellness.

December 16, 2025 – 10:00AM – 11:00 AM
Community as Medicine for First Responders
Virtual

December 18, 2025 – 10:00AM – 11:00 AM
The Recharge Code: Beating Burnout for First Responders
Virtual

January 13, 2026
Post-Retirement Wellness for First Responders
Hampton Police Academy, Hampton, VA

January 27, 2026
Empowering First Responders: Tools for Mental and Physical Well-Being
Eanes – Pittman Public Safety Training Center, Chesterfield, VA

February 12, 2026
Peak Performance Blueprint: Energy, Focus, and Flow for First Responders
Northern Virginia Criminal Justice Training Academy, Ashburn, VA

February 17, 2026
Physical Health and Fitness for First Responders
Rappahannock Regional Criminal Justice Training Academy, Fredericksburg, VA

February 24, 2026
Financial Strength for First Responders
Newport News Police Training Academy, Newport News, VA

March 10, 2026
Suicide Prevention for First Responders
Salem Cardinal Justice Academy, Salem, VA

April 21, 2026
Physical Health and Fitness for First Responders
Southwest Virginia Criminal Justice Training Academy, Bristol, VA

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