VOLUNTEER LEADERSHIP PROGRAM (VLP). VLP is a pilot professional development experience for Fire and EMS volunteers in Virginia. Featuring a focused combination of classroom instruction, scenario-based training, and other immersive learning experiences, VLP unlocks the full potential of current and future leaders.

LOCAL DELIVERY. Volunteer Leadership Virginia programs are designed to be delivered to Fire, EMS, emergency management, and other public safety personnel at the local level and in ways designed to minimize the pain of typical professional development training. VLV makes the most of every minute of your team’s scarce time, ensuring more students are trained, and more effectively in terms of cost and outcomes. We can develop programs for a single department or a collection of regional departments and are open to adapting the program to address pressing challenges in your system. Email us at info@vlpvirginia.org and let’s explore the possibilities!

LEADERSHIP RESOURCES. Explore a collection of books, podcasts, and training resources at the local, state, and national levels. Curated by staff and instructors, you’ll find leadership development resources along with general Fire/EMS training conferences and training opportunities that will help you grow as a leader and inspire those you lead.

ABOUT. Volunteer Leadership Virginia produces, presents, and supports professional development and educational initiatives to empower current and future volunteer Fire and EMS leaders. Our mission is to equip volunteers with essential skills that go beyond firefighting and patient care, developing volunteers who are highly capable leaders in the station, on-scene, and in the community.