FY 07/Effective December 1, 2006

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE -

NOBLE TRAINING CENTER WELCOME PACKAGE

Below is information to help you plan your travel to the Noble Training
Center (NTC). Even if you've taken classes at NTC before, please read it
carefully, procedures may have changed since your last visit, and you
will be responsible for complying with the current procedures. The last
page of this packet is entitled "CONTACT INFORMATION." We suggest you
print it and provide a copy to your family or office staff in case they
need to contact you during your stay.

If you have any questions regarding application or stipend issues, you
may call the **NETC Admissions Office** at **(800) 238-3358 x 1035** or
(**301) 447-1035**, or by email at **NETC-Admissions@dhs.gov**.

If you are calling the Noble Training Center, please call:

**Normal Duty hours**

-   **Registration Desk (256) 741-3418**

-   **Security (256) 231-0111**

-   **Transportation (256) 741-3419**

-   **Housing Manager (256) 231-0496**

-   **Food Service (256) 231-0127**

# Off Duty hours

-   **Registration Desk (256) 741-3418**

If you need to fax information to any of the following offices, please
note the following fax numbers:

-   **EMI Admissions Office (301) 447-1658/1441**

-   **Noble Training Center (256) 741-3417**

**SECURITY**

Due to increased security precautions, students should bring two photo
ID's to campus. PLEASE HAVE THEM WITH YOU, NOT IN YOUR BAGGAGE!

**If you are a student from a foreign country,** please be prepared to
show your passport or visa at registration.

**[Firearms: Prohibited on campus!]{.underline}**

For your own protection, and to expedite your processing into NTC, **do
not bring weapons of any kind to campus.** Weapons include knives with
blades longer than 3 inches, machete, bow & arrows, ammunition, rifles,
shotguns, pistols, etc. Sworn/Commissioned and state POST certified
officers and federal officers or local officers with concurrent
jurisdiction who require a firearm for the performance of **required**
official duties must obtain an exception from the Director of Support
Services **prior** to arrival on campus. If you arrive at NTC with
weapons of any kind without prior approval, your entry to the training
facility will be significantly delayed.

**[Alcoholic Beverages:]{.underline}**

-   Alcohol is not allowed in lodging or vehicles. If you arrive at NTC
    with or are attempting to bring alcohol on campus your entry will be
    significantly delayed.

**[Security Procedures at NTC:]{.underline}**

-   The security personnel are a well-trained group of professional men
    and women dedicated to providing a secure atmosphere for staff,
    faculty, students and visitors alike while on the NTC premises. We
    ask that you become familiar and comply with the security
    regulations and instructions of NTC.

-   To enter the NTC training facility, enter through the northeast
    sliding doors, and walk through the metal detector. Both you and any
    packages are subject to search and inspection, in accordance with
    Title 18 I.S. Code.

-   You must display your student badge (identification) at all times
    while inside the facility. If you must exit the building, you must
    exit and re-enter through the same doors by the northeast side.

**TRAVEL**

**[Please contact the NTC Transportation Office at least 2
weeks]{.underline} in advance regarding travel information.**

**NTC must know your mode of travel whether driving, flying, train, bus
or car pool.**

**[TRAVEL BY AIR:]{.underline}**

-   **You must make your own travel arrangements.**

-   **You must be sure your** flights meet the shuttle pickup/departure
    times.

-   You must be sure your **flights meet the shuttle pick up/departure
    times.**

-   Ticket purchase follows the parameters of travel as defined under
    "REIMBURSEMENT" in this package.

**[NOBLE SHUTTLE PICKUP POINTS:]{.underline}**

-   **[You must call the NTC Transportation Office at least 2
    weeks]{.underline} prior to course start date to reserve a seat**.
    **IF YOU DO NOT CALL, SEATING MAY NOT BE AVAILABLE AND
    TRANSPORTATION TO NTC WILL BE AT YOUR OWN EXPENSE**.

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-   **Shuttle service is available between NTC and the Hartsfield
    Atlanta International Airport listed on the "COURSE SPECIFIC
    INFORMATION" sheet that was enclosed with the acceptance letter you
    received for this class. Read it carefully before making flight
    arrangements!**

-   If you need bus transportation to NTC from the airport, you should
    **plan to arrive at least 1 hour before bus** **departure time**
    **(5:00 p.m. EST).**

**[MEETING THE BUS:]{.underline}**

-   Upon your arrival in Atlanta and after securing your luggage, please
    proceed to the SOUTH TERMINAL at the end of carousel #5. You will be
    met by a representative of NTC at this location.

-   If for some reason you cannot find the NTC representative, proceed
    down the escalator, at the foot, turn right, continuing through the
    exterior doors and you will see a line of passenger busses. Please
    locate the Alabama Limo Travel Line Bus/Van with Noble Training
    Center signage displayed in the front door window.

-   **(Note: If you arrive several hours prior to the bus departure
    time, please proceed to the South Terminal and check in with the NTC
    representative)**

**[DELAYED FLIGHTS:]{.underline}**

Participants who experience travel difficulties should call (256)
741-3418 as soon as you know you will not be able to meet the scheduled
bus. You will be informed whether we will arrange alternate
transportation for you or if you will have to make your own
arrangements. If you are eligible for stipend reimbursement, the cost of
the transportation (up to \$110) will be reimbursed with your stipend
payment you will be required to provide **original** receipts at
registration.

**[IF DRIVING:]{.underline}**

NTC is approximately 90 miles west of Atlanta, Georgia and 60 miles east
of Birmingham, Alabama.

-   You may arrive on campus any time after 3:00 p.m. the day before
    your course begins.

-   You must depart campus after the end of your course, except for
    courses with a next-day departure date.

-   **Your vehicle must be** **registered at Housing, even if you do not
    stay on campus.**

-   There are no connections for mobile homes or recreational vehicles
    available at NTC.

-   **NTC Campus map** is available at the following link:
    <http://www.training.fema.gov/EMIWeb/NTC/visitor.asp>

**[DIRECTIONS TO NTC (Classrooms):]{.underline}**

If traveling from the east, west or south, the best access is Interstate
20 to Exit 185 in Oxford, then north on Alabama Highway 21 for
approximately 10 miles. From the north, take I-59 to US 431 south to
Alabama Highway 21. Turn left on Highway 21 north and travel
approximately 3 miles. Enter facility -Fort McClellan at Baltzell Gate
off of Rt. 21. Follow Baltzell Gate Road past the public golf course.
Make second turn onto Federal Way **(Sign indicates "Homeland
Security")**. Follow Federal Way to the top of the hill to Care Drive.
Turn right onto Care Drive and the NTC and parking will be on your left.

**[DIRECTIONS TO NTC DORMITORIES]{.underline}:**

Take the same directions as above. Once you pass the golf course,
continue to the traffic circle. **(Follow signs to Lide Hall)** Proceed
around the circle to Berman Road. Follow Berman Road to Iron Mountain
Road. Turn right onto Iron Mountain Road; dormitories and parking will
be on your right.

If you need additional directions please call:

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  Housing/Registration                \(256\) 741-3418

  NTC Bus Drivers                     \(256\) 473-5940/5941
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**REGISTRATION**

**[Where do I register?]{.underline}**

Upon arrival to NTC, registration is at 294 DeKalb Court. **All students
must check in at Registration regardless whether you stay on or off
site.**

**[If I'm claiming reimbursement, what do I need at
registration?]{.underline}**

-   **A copy of a check for an account that bears your name. Deposit
    slips or accounts for an organization or another individual are not
    acceptable;** a copy of a check is the best source for the correct
    financial information.

-   We've found it speeds up registration if you fax the information to
    the NETC Admissions office PRIOR to your course start date. Please
    indicate your name, Social Security Number, and course
    code/title/date along with your vehicle or flight information.
    Please be sure that the copy is legible.

-   If your account is with a credit union, or if the account is payable
    through another bank, please have the bank provide you with the
    routing and account number for ACH deposit.

-   If you do not have a personal account, please contact the NETC
    Admissions Office (301-447-1035) prior to your arrival for
    instructions.

-   **If traveling by air/train you will need a copy of your ticket**
    that shows an itinerary of your trip, and indicates proof that the
    ticket was purchased at least 21-days in advance of your course
    travel date, and is non-refundable.

-   If you have an electronic ticket, you must submit the itinerary
    receipt (with ticket number and actual payment amount shown as
    having been paid).

-   If you are requesting additional reimbursement for
    transportation/lodging costs, you must receive **prior written
    approval before you make your travel arrangements** to be eligible
    for reimbursement of these expenses. If approved, **original
    receipts** must be presented at the time of your arrival.

**If driving,** in addition to account information, you will need to
provide:

-   Automobile registration

-   Odometer readings

-   License tag number

-   If you are driving a state, county or municipal vehicle, you must
    submit a signed statement from the owning agency on letterhead
    stationery requesting reimbursement for the student.

-   If you drove to NTC, but you will not be keeping your car on campus,
    it must be registered on campus or you will not receive
    reimbursement.

**LODGING**

**[Must I call to make a lodging reservation?]{.underline}**

-   NO, rooms are randomly assigned once you are accepted into a course.
    Because of that, you may or may not be lodged in the same building
    as your classmates.

-   All rooms are single rooms with a **shared** bath.

-   **Disabilities/Special Accommodations:** Students who mark "yes" in
    block 11 of the application form must identify in writing to the
    admissions office what accommodation or special assistance is needed
    while attending NETC or NTC. Security is responsible for providing
    emergency medical services at both facilities. **Any student, even
    those who marked "no" in block 11, who may have special needs in the
    event of an emergency, should consider notifying Security upon
    arrival to the campus.**

-   If you have problems with the room you've been assigned, please
    contact the registration desk. **We do not want students changing
    rooms with someone else without notifying staff, because we would
    not be able to contact you in case of an emergency.**

-   The dormitory buildings do not have elevators. If this is a problem,
    please let Registration or the Admissions Office know at least 2
    weeks before your course start date.

**[Is there a charge for lodging?]{.underline}**

-   No, not if you are eligible for stipend reimbursement or if you are
    a DHS federal traveler (see "reimbursement" section).

-   If you DO have to pay for lodging, the current charge is \$30/day.
    NTC Housing accepts travelers' check and credit card (American
    Express, VISA, MasterCard and Discover).

**[What if I'm here for back-to-back courses?]{.underline}**

Please contact the NETC Admissions office (301-447-1035) at least 2
weeks prior to your course start dates; the staff will tell you whether
you may or may not stay on campus between your classes. If not, you will
have to arrange for your own lodging, but you may be reimbursed for the
cost.

**[What if I choose to stay off campus?]{.underline}**

If you choose to stay off campus, it will be at your own expense. You
will, however, need to purchase a break ticket for the week. Break items
consist of snacks, fruit, coffee and condiments at a current cost of
\$3.00/day.

**[What amenities are in each room]{.underline}?**

-   Shared bathroom

-   TV and clock radio

-   Linens and towels with daily housekeeping service

-   Telephone with voice mail

-   A telephone jack is located in each room for dial-up Internet
    access. Check with your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for local
    calling area access. Out-of-area ISP accessibility will require
    credit card, third party or collect billing for access from NTC. You
    should consider bringing a longer cord (10ft) if you are bringing
    your laptop computer. Some courses require students to bring reports
    or projects to be shared with the class. It is convenient to bring
    that information in an electronic format. NTC can support CD-ROM,
    USB devices and 3-1/2" floppy storage. USB devices will be scanned
    before being allowed to connect to Government equipment.

**[Are there laundry facilities available]{.underline}?**

-   Yes, there are coin-operated washers and dryers for your convenience
    located in Bldg. 322 DeKalb Ct.

-   Laundry supplies are available thru vending machines.

**[Are families, friends or pets allowed in the lodging rooms on
campus?]{.underline}**

-   No, only the NTC student assigned to the room is allowed in the
    room. Relatives or friends are not allowed in the rooms, and cannot
    be lodged on campus. Upon request, the NTC Housing Office will
    provide information regarding local off campus accommodations;
    however, you are responsible for arranging and paying for the
    accommodations.

-   Animals are not allowed in campus housing, except for guide- and
    other service dogs. Please notify <NETC-Admissions@dhs.gov> at least
    2 weeks in advance if you will be bringing an animal.

**[What time must I check out of my room]{.underline}?**

Breakfast is 5:45 a.m. -- 7:00 a.m. CST

-   Check out time starts at 5:30 a.m. CST. If eating breakfast before
    departing NTC, check out, load luggage on the bus and ride the
    shuttle to NTC. At 7:00 a.m. CST the shuttle bus leaves NTC for the
    airport. It will not return to the dorms.

-   Check out for POV is 9:00 a.m. CST

-   If you are driving, you may leave your luggage in your room during
    breakfast, however, all luggage must be removed from the rooms by
    9:00 a.m. CST

**DRESS CODE**

Attire for training is business casual (slacks and golf/short sleeved
shirts) for the duration of the course. Much of the training for the
RERO class is conducted outdoors; participants should consider wearing
durable, work type clothing and comfortable shoes for the outdoor
portions of the training.

**ADMISSIONS POLICIES**

**[Attendance]{.underline}:**

-   **You are required to attend all sessions of the course.** If you do
    not, you will not receive a certificate and your stipend may be
    denied.

-   EMI students are limited to three trips per fiscal year and one
    offering of the same course. FEMA/DHS employees and State**, local
    and tribal offices of emergency services or those enrolled in the
    Master Trainer Program or the** **Master Exercise Practitioner
    Program** are excluded from this policy.

**[Substitutions]{.underline}:**

-   **Substitutions for EMI courses are made from waiting lists;** slots
    do not belong to the organizations.

-   All requests to consider an equally qualified person must be in
    writing and be accompanied by a completed General Admissions
    Application (FEMA Form 75-5) for the substitute. The application
    **must be** submitted for signature through the appropriate State or
    Regional Training Office.

**[Cancellations or No-Shows:]{.underline}**

EMI's mission for delivery of courses is impaired significantly by
cancellations and no-shows. It is very difficult and costly**,** to
recruit students at the last minute. Currently there is a 2-year ban on
student attendance for students who are no-shows or cancel within 30
days of the course start date without a valid reason. If you receive
such a restriction, your supervisor will need to send a letter to
Admissions explaining the cancellation/no-show**.**

**Noble Training Center Policies/Information**

**[CONDUCT:]{.underline}**

-   Federal Regulations (available at the Housing desk)

-   FEMA and NTC Instructions (available in dorm rooms and, for FEMA
    employees, on the Intranet web site).

**[SMOKING:]{.underline}**

-   All buildings on campus are NON-SMOKING, with designated outdoor
    smoking areas.

-   If you smoke in your room, you will be asked to leave campus,
    relinquish your stipend reimbursement, and be charged to clean the
    room.

**[MEDICAL SERVICES:]{.underline}**

-   All medical expenses are your responsibility.

-   Local hospitals accept medical insurance identification, cash,
    check, or major credit card.

-   If you do not have proof of insurance, expect that payment may be a
    prerequisite to possible treatment.

-   International students should be prepared to pay for medical
    services in the event the hospital or doctor does not accept foreign
    insurance coverage.

**[TELEPHONES:]{.underline}**

-   Outgoing calls can be placed from your lodging room via calling
    card, collect, or third-party billing.

-   [You are not allowed to accept collect calls on campus phones. Any
    and all expenses related to phone use shall remain your
    responsibility]{.underline}.

**[FAXES:]{.underline}**

-   Fax service area is available at the Registration/Housing Office at
    294 DeKalb Court, (259) 741-3417

-   **You may receive fax messages up to 4 pages.**

-   Anything over 4 pages, will need to be sent by overnight mail

**[BANKING FACILITIES:]{.underline}** The Fort McClellan Credit Union
has an ATM located in the shopping area (Commissary and PX complex).
There are numerous other banking institutions within the local area. If
you need to visit one of these establishments during training hours,
please coordinate with the NTC staff.

**[ILLEGAL DRUG USE:]{.underline}** NTC has a "Zero Tolerance" policy of
illegal drug use.

**[TRAINING AREA/FACITITIES:]{.underline}** You are not authorized to
enter any range, training area, or training facilities without prior NTC
approval.

**[CAMERA AND PHOTOGRAPHY]{.underline}:**

-   Cameras are allowed on NTC during training; however, photographic
    equipment may not be used during classes and exercises.

-   A class photo will be taken during your course and provided to you
    with your course completion certificate.

**[Healthcare Leadership Course CEU's:]{.underline}**

Nursing and Physician CEU forms will be available in the student
manuals. Nursing and Physician CEU forms are processed by the student
and mailed, with payment, to the address provided on the form.

**[OTHER INFORMATION]{.underline}**

The area formerly known as Fort McClellan is still used by the Alabama
National Guard and Army Reserve as a military training area. Refrain
from contacting military personnel, units, and visiting training areas
unless you have been previously cleared for these activities.

**[STIPEND REIMBURSEMENT]{.underline}**

**Frequently asked questions/answers about reimbursement procedures are
listed below. Please read them carefully. Not all courses that were
eligible for stipend reimbursement in FY 2006 are eligible in FY 2007.**
If you have any questions about your eligibility to receive a stipend,
please contact Admissions either by email at <NETC-Admissions@dhs.gov>
by phone at (301) 447-1035.

**You must request any exceptions to travel in writing and fax it along
with documentation to (301) 447-1658,**

**AND have it approved in writing prior to making your travel
arrangements.** Otherwise, your stipend may be denied or limited to your
state ceiling.

**If you do not apply for a stipend reimbursement within 60 days
following the course start date, your stipend reimbursement may be
denied.**

**[Who is eligible for stipend reimbursement?]{.underline}**

-   State, local or Tribal government representatives

-   Recognized volunteer organization representatives

-   Active emergency management organization representatives

**[Who is NOT eligible for reimbursement?]{.underline}**

-   Federal government (Federal students are subject to Federal travel
    regulations and travel under orders prepared by their office)

-   Private industry employees

-   Employees who are contracted to Federal, State or local government
    entities

-   Representatives of a foreign organization

-   Students eligible for federally-funded grants

**[How will I be reimbursed?]{.underline}**

-   Reimbursement will be electronically deposited into the checking or
    savings account that you identify. Please note it may take 6 to 8
    weeks to process.

-   **Reimbursement will only be made to an account that bears your
    name.** You are responsible for reimbursing your department, if
    applicable. This is as a result of increased restriction by the
    receiving financial institutions.

-   **If you do not have a personal account, please contact the
    Admissions office prior to your arrival for instructions.**

**[If I fail the course, will I be reimbursed?]{.underline}**

-   If eligible for a stipend, you will be reimbursed for the course you
    failed.

-   If you reapply to either EMI or NFA and are accepted, no stipend
    will be paid for that course, and you will be required to pay for
    lodging. Once you successfully complete a course, you will once
    again be eligible to receive a stipend for future courses.

**[If I fly, what will I be reimbursed?]{.underline}** 

-   You will be reimbursed the cost of a direct (no side-trips or
    extended stays), **21-day prior to course travel date
    pre-purchase**, **non-refundable** ticket for round/trip
    transportation by common carrier (economy coach class or less) for
    each course or back-to-back courses that you attend. Proof of
    non-refundable fare is required!

-   ***If you take side trips or travel outside of the defined travel
    days,*** your reimbursement shall be limited to no more than the
    state ceiling amount as noted on the Reimbursement Ceiling Chart
    (located at the end of this document).

-   ***To eliminate the perception of misuse of government funds, FIRST
    CLASS, BUSINESS CLASS and REFUNDABLE AIRLINE TICKETS WILL NOT BE
    REIMBURSED AT FULL FARE***, unless you request, in writing, an
    exception PRIOR to making your travel arrangements, and receive a
    written approval from the NETC Admissions Office.  Otherwise, your
    reimbursement will be limited up to but not to exceed the state
    ceiling amount

-   **It is your responsibility to find the cheapest ticket available.**
    Failure to do so may result in your reimbursement being limited to
    the state ceiling amount.

-   **Use of frequent flier miles** toward the purchase of a ticket is
    **NOT** reimbursable.

-   If any portion of your airfare is subsidized by another source, that
    portion is **NOT** reimbursable **under the stipend program.**

**[If I drive, what will I be reimbursed?]{.underline}**

-   You will be reimbursed the current Privately Owned Vehicle (POV)
    Federal mileage allowance, or the state ceiling, **WHICHEVER IS
    LESS**.

-   POV mileage is subject to validation.

-   **If you do not register your vehicle with the Housing/Registration
    Office,** reimbursement for POV mileage will be denied.

-   **If someone drops you off,** you ***must*** have the vehicle
    verified by the Housing office prior to the vehicle departing
    campus, or your stipend will be denied.

-   If you carpool with another student, only the driver will be
    reimbursed.

-   If you drove a rental car, your reimbursement is limited to the POV
    allowance.  Your name must be included on the original receipt as a
    driver of the vehicle.

**[If I take a train or bus, what will I be reimbursed?]{.underline}**

-   Your reimbursement is limited to the cost of the ticket, not to
    exceed the state ceiling amount.

-   You must provide copies of the tickets actually used.

-   Reimbursement shall not include costs for sleep accommodations or
    for transport of vehicles on the train.

**[If I save money on my airfare, will I be reimbursed for extra
expenses?]{.underline} ** Yes, but ONLY [if your class is 5 days or less
in length with no Saturday stayover, and you]{.underline} save a
**minimum of [\$250]{.underline}** off the cost of a 21-day prior to
course travel date pre-purchase non-refundable round trip economy class
common carrier ticket.  To request reimbursement for the extra expenses,
submit **written** documentation of the savings \-- this can consist of
itinerary copies of both the original price and the cheaper fare, OR
copies of both fares from the Internet.  Comparisons should be of like
travel.  Fax the request and supporting documentation to (301) 447-1658.
If you do not acquire written approval from Admissions prior to making
your travel arrangements, the extra expenses will not be reimbursed. The
following 2 options apply if your request is approved:

(1) **You may stay in the Atlanta metro areas before or after your
    course.**

-   If you save at least \$250 in airfare as noted in the terms above,
    you may be reimbursed up to \$110/day (2-day limit for savings over
    \$500) for lodging, transportation.  **Original** receipts must be
    provided. 

-   If you carpool using a rental car, all students claiming
    reimbursement must be listed (as drivers), by the rental agency, on
    the rental agreement or only the driver will be reimbursed.

-   If you stay after your course ends, ask for a Stipend Agreement
    Amendment (FEMA Form 75-3a) when you register.  When you return
    home, mail it with **original hotel** receipts to NETC-Admissions,
    Room I-216, 16825 South Seton Avenue, Emmitsburg, MD  21727 within
    60 days of the start date of the course, or reimbursement WILL BE
    DENIED.

-   **You may not stay on campus after the course ends**.

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-   **If you do not apply for a stipend reimbursement within 60 days
    following the course start date your stipend reimbursement may be
    denied.**

**FOOD SERVICE   **

 

**[Must I purchase a meal ticket?]{.underline}**

-   If you stay on campus, you **must** purchase a meal ticket,
    currently \$25/day.

-   If you don't purchase the appropriate ticket, you will be asked to
    leave the campus, you will be responsible for your lodging costs,
    and we will deny your request for stipend reimbursement.

-   As stated earlier, if you stay off campus, you **must** purchase a
    break ticket, currently \$3/day.

**[What is the cost?]{.underline}**

-   Your meal ticket cost is identified in your acceptance letter.

-   Meals other than those included in your meal ticket are to be paid
    for by cash.

**[What if I'm here for back-to-back courses?]{.underline}**

-   Your meal ticket **does not** include the time between the two
    courses.

-   **Please call the NETC-Admissions Office for guidance.**

**[How do I pay for my meals?]{.underline}**

You are required to purchase your meal ticket during registration.

The Food Service Provider accepts:

-   Cash

-   Traveler\'s checks

-   State or Local government checks payable to the food service
    contractor

-   Purchase orders payable to the food service contractor require 2
    weeks prior notice, call (256) 231-0101

-   Credit card (MasterCard or VISA) (Minimum charge of  \$6)

-   The food service contractor **DOES NOT accept personal checks**.

**[What if I will not be on campus for the first and last meal
identified as part of my meal ticket?]{.underline} ** You must notify
the NTC staff at (256) 231-0101 at least 1 week prior to your course
start date***. *** If you do not, you will be obligated to pay the full
amount.

**[May I get a refund on my meal ticket?]{.underline} ** There are no
refunds except for emergency departures**!**

**[What if I'm on a special diet?]{.underline} ** Please fax your
request to (256) 231-3417 at least 2 weeks prior to arriving at NTC. 
Arrangements will be made to meet your needs.  If you don't make
arrangements prior to your arrival, you will be responsible for
purchasing the normal meal ticket.

## CONTACT INFORMATION

**[How do I get a telephone call?]{.underline}** The caller may dial
your direct extension (256) 741\--xxxx.  If requested, you will be
provided with your extension at check-in.  Numbers are NOT given to
anyone else.

-   For non-emergency situations, the caller may dial (256) 741-3418. 
    The Student Coordinator will either transfer the call to your room
    or take a message and place it on the message board located in the
    294 DeKalb Court Lobby, which you should check daily.  

-   ***NTC [will not]{.underline} accept personal telephone calls to
    students.* **

-   ***You may NOT accept collect calls.***  Doing so may restrict you
    from attending future EMI or NFA courses.

**[What if the call is an emergency?]{.underline}** The caller should
state that the call is an emergency.

-   The message will be delivered to you immediately unless you are not
    on campus.

-   If you are leaving campus for a period of time, you should notify
    security or the Registration Desk where you can be reached.

-   If you must return home due to an emergency, check out with the
    Housing/Registration Office at 294 DeKalb Court before you depart
    the campus! You must complete an early departure form.

**[How do I get mail?]{.underline}**

-   Mail is delivered to the 294 DeKalb Court Registration Desk Monday
    through Friday, except Federal holidays.

-   All packages are inspected by NTC Security and no delivery is
    provided on weekends or holidays.

-   Letters or packages should not be mailed to reach NTC ***before***
    you arrive, since mail-holding areas are not        available.  Mail
    received when you are not on campus will be automatically returned
    to the sender.

-   Outgoing mail should be deposited in the mailbox located outside of
    the NTC Training Classroom Building

-   The NTC Mailroom cannot mail outgoing items for students.

**ADDRESS:**

            (Your name)\--Student

            Noble Training Center

            294 DeKalb Court (**Room numbers are provided upon
arrival)**

            Anniston, AL 36205

           

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##### National Emergency Training Center

16825 South Seton Avenue

Emmitsburg, Maryland  21727

## ^FY\ 07/Effective\ October\ 1,\ 2006^

**THIS TABLE WILL BE USED TO DETERMINE REIMBURSEMENT FOR NOBLE STUDENTS
WHO:**

-   **Drove or traveled by bus or train Did not purchase or show proof
    of non-refundable fare**

-   **Purchased tickets less than 21 days prior to course travel date
    Took side-trips or had extended stayovers**

+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| # STATE                  | # CEILING AMOUNT                          |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| AK -- Alaska             | \$935.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| AL -- Alabama            | \$200.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| AR -- Arkansas           | \$390.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| AS---American Samoa      | \$2500.00                                 |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| AZ -- Arizona            | \$680.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| CA -- California         | \$620.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| CO -- Colorado           | \$460.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| CT -- Connecticut        | \$520.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| DC -- District of        | \$310.00                                  |
| Columbia                 |                                           |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| DE -- Delaware           | \$285.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| FL -- Florida            | \$435.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| GA -- Georgia            | \$200.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| GU---Guam                | \$2170.00                                 |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| HI -- Hawaii             | \$1000.00                                 |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| IA -- Iowa               | \$480.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| ID -- Idaho              | \$595.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| IL -- Illinois           | \$420.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| IN -- Indiana            | \$270.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| KS -- Kansas             | \$370.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| KY -- Kentucky           | \$410.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| LA -- Louisiana          | \$440.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| MA -- Massachusetts      | \$370.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| MD -- Maryland           | \$300.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| ME -- Maine              | \$580.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| MI -- Michigan           | \$415.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| MN -- Minnesota          | \$375.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| MO -- Missouri           | \$400.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| MP---Saipan              | \$3000.00                                 |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| MS -- Mississippi        | \$320.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| MT -- Montana            | \$850.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| NC -- North Carolina     | \$385.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| ND -- North Dakota       | \$650.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| NE -- Nebraska           | \$425.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| NH -- New Hampshire      | \$340.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| NJ -- New Jersey         | \$265.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| NM -- New Mexico         | \$460.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| NV -- Nevada             | \$550.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| NY -- New York           | \$410.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| OH -- Ohio               | \$370.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| OK -- Oklahoma           | \$420.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| OR -- Oregon             | \$580.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| PA -- Pennsylvania       | \$370.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| PR---Puerto Rico         | \$800.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| RI -- Rhode Island       | \$485.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| SC -- South Carolina     | \$325.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| SD -- South Dakota       | \$550.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| TN -- Tennessee          | \$250.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| TX -- Texas              | \$545.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| UT -- Utah               | \$520.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| VA -- Virginia           | \$375.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| VI---Virgin Islands      | \$900.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| VT -- Vermont            | \$380.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| WA -- Washington         | \$675.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| WI -- Wisconsin          | \$370.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| WV -- West Virginia      | \$300.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+
| WY -- Wyoming            | \$625.00                                  |
+--------------------------+-------------------------------------------+

Effective August 9, 2006

FREQUENTLY ASKED REIMBURSEMENT QUESTIONS

1\. **Why must I be reimbursed electronically?** Public Law 104-134
mandates that after January 1, 1999, all Federal payments shall be made
by electronic funds transfer unless a waiver is obtained from the
Secretary of the Treasury.

2.  **If my organization paid for my ticket, may I request that the
    reimbursement go to them?** Due to increased restrictions by the
    receiving financial institutions, money should only be deposited
    into an account bearing your name. You may then reimburse your
    organization.

3\. **What if I don't have a checking account?** The money can be
deposited into a savings account. Please call the Admissions Office
(301-447-1035) and we will send you a form to complete. If you don't
have a checking or savings account, you MUST submit a letter stating
that fact, and a check will be sent to your home address. However, your
reimbursement may take longer up to 12 weeks.

4\. **How will I know when it's deposited?** The entry in an account may
differ from bank to bank, but most likely it will be listed as "FED
SALARY, FEM2, or TREAS" and will probably **NOT** have your name next to
it.

5\. **How long will it take for me to receive reimbursement?** The
reimbursement should be made to your account no later than 6-8 weeks
from the course start date. If after 8 weeks you still haven't received
your reimbursement, please call the Admissions Office at (301) 447-1035
or email us at netc-admissions@dhs.gov to check on the status of your
claim.

6\. **What would delay my stipend being processed?** Not having any of
the following: 1) your airline ticket; 2) itinerary with ticket number
and payment made (ticket number pending is not acceptable); 3) POV
information; 4) request from your organization for reimbursement or 5)
the appropriate direct deposit information. If you bank with a credit
union, please have them confirm your routing and account numbers.

7\. **What would reduce my stipend claim?** Your stipend might be
reduced if you purchased a refundable, first- or business-class ticket;
took side trips or had extended stays; or purchased your ticket within
21 days prior to the course travel date.

8\. **What if I am submitting an electronic airline ticket?** You must
submit the itinerary receipt (listing the ticket number and showing that
payment was made) at registration. If the itinerary does not identify
that the ticket is non-refundable, you need to provide us with
documentation that the ticket is either non-refundable or the cheapest
fare available at the time you purchased your ticket. If you do not
provide the documentation to us, we will only reimburse up to your
state's ceiling amount.

9\. **Will I be reimbursed for the airfare if frequent flyer miles are
used?** Frequent flyer miles cannot be reimbursed because you would not
be incurring out-of-pocket expenses.

10\. **What do I need to provide if I take a side/extended trip?** If
the cost is less than your state's ceiling amount, you will be
reimbursed for the cost of the ticket. If the cost is higher than your
state's ceiling amount, your reimbursement will be limited to your
state's ceiling amount.

11\. **Do I receive reimbursement for parking, shuttles and travel
between my home and my local airport?** No, those expenses are part of
the student's share of the stipend program.

12\. **Will I be reimbursed for my meals?** No, that expense is also
part of the student's share of the stipend program.

13\. **What is the driving mileage allowance?** Your reimbursement will
be limited to the current Privately Owned Vehicle (POV) Federal mileage
allowance, or the state ceiling, WHICHEVER IS LESS. POV mileage is
subject to validation.

14\. **What information should I bring when driving my POV?** You must
show a picture ID (we recommend you bring two in case our security level
is elevated), registration card, and have your odometer readings and
license tag number PRIOR to receiving your room key. Some states do not
require the registration to be in the vehicle. However, you must submit
a copy of your POV registration to be eligible for a stipend.

15\. **What documentation do I need if I am driving my organizational
vehicle and they want to be reimbursed for my mileage?** In addition to
the information listed in question #14, you also need a statement from
your organization, on organization letterhead, stating that you are
authorized to drive the vehicle and they would like you to receive
reimbursement. If you carpool with another student, only
[one]{.underline} driver will be reimbursed. As stated in #2, the
reimbursement will be made to your account. You will be responsible for
reimbursing your organization.

16\. **What if I'm driving with family, and they will be using the car
off campus while I'm at NETC?** You must register your car on campus
prior to your family taking the car off campus or you will not be
eligible for reimbursement.