ABOUT APCO NEWS & PUBLICATIONS EVENTS JOIN LOGIN TRAINING SERVICES TECHNOLOGY ADVOCACY COMMUNITY MEMBERSHIP EMPOWERING OUR MEMBERS TO RESPOND & SAVE APCO International serves our members in emergency communications by providing complete expertise, professional development, technical assistance, advocacy and outreach. LEARN MORE > Become a member View our services 35,659 members 49,463 students trained since 2017 66,585 messages sent in support of reclassification It’s Time to Submit Your Proposal to Present at APCO 2022 Join the line-up to speak at APCO 2022, taking place August 7-10 in Anaheim, CA. Whether you are an APCO member, industry associate, business professional or educator, we invite you to submit a proposal to be considered for a one-hour presentation within our professional development program. Deadline is December 17. Learn more and submit proposal Cybersecurity Fundamentals Course for All ECC Professionals Coming Up in 2022 This course provides information that all emergency communications center (ECC) professionals need to know to safeguard their agency against cybersecurity attacks. Cybersecurity Fundamentals for the ECC is taught in real-time in the APCO Virtual Classroom. Register now for the January 11 or February 9 course. Worth 8 CDEs. Learn more Get Recordings from the Emerging Technology Forum If you missed the Virtual Emerging Technology Forum, you can still watch the 17 sessions and get up to 12 CEUs by registering for the session recordings. Highlighted sessions include an address from APCO President Jason Kern followed by a message from FCC Commissioner Nathan Simington, a panel discussion on remote call taking, an update on the FirstNet Authority Roadmap and a powerful session about the stress of dealing with next generation technology. A big thank you to our presenters and our sponsors who made the event possible. Register to access the recordings November 2-4, 2021 | Virtual Having an APCO membership has provided our staff with key membership benefits, including the excellent networking opportunities, such as attending APCO conferences and access to PSConnect, and offering direct access to high-quality training and career advancement opportunities provided through the APCO Institute. Grayson Gusa, RPL Training Supervisor, Davie County 911 Communications | APCO Member since 2003 Keeping You Up to Date APCO is your source for public safety communications news that affects you, your job and your community. APCO News Announcement Public Safety Next Generation 9-1-1 Coalition Calls on Congress to Fully Fund NG9-1-1 The Public Safety Next Generation 9-1-1 Coalition, which includes APCO and America’s major fire service, EMS and law enforcement associations wrote to congressional leadership in the House and Senate requesting full funding for NG9-1-1. November 19, 2021 Press Release APCO Seeks Comments on Candidate Standard for Core Competencies and Minimum Training Standards for Public Safety Communications Manager/Director APCO International is seeking comments for the candidate American National Standard (ANS) for Core Competencies and Minimum Training Standards for Public Safety Communications Manager/Director. November 5, 2021 Press Release APCO Seeks Comments on Candidate Standard for Core Competencies and Minimum Training Requirement for Public Safety Communications Technicians The revision of this standard includes updates providing technicians in the emergency communication center (ECC) environment the guidance needed to enhance their skills, seek employment opportunities and grow professionally within the industry. October 29, 2021 Press Release APCO Congratulates Nominees and FCC Chair President Biden announced the designation of Jessica Rosenworcel to serve as Chairwoman of the Federal Communications Commission and nominated her to serve another term at the FCC. October 26, 2021 Thank You to Our Partners Corporate Partner Spotlight Public safety telecommunicators and technicians know the value of seconds and so do we! Intrado provides the critical connection between citizens and 911, managing the entire emergency response continuum through state-of-the-art call-handling systems, location data management, and reliable networks. We’ve got you covered–Legacy, NG, Cloud, and everything in between. Become a Corporate Partner Platinum APCO Store Get your official APCO gear and show your support for your association. Visit the store PSConnect 24/7 access to a forum where you can share ideas and connect with your peers. Visit PSConnect Career Services For job seekers and employers, an unmatched opportunity to connect. Learn more Buyer’s Guide Information about vendors and service providers in the public safety communications industry. Access the Buyer’s Guide Public Safety Foundation of America Critical funding and support for emergency communications centers. Learn more about PSFA Contact Us Privacy Policy All Material © 2021 APCO International All Rights Reserved