VFIS Launches VFIS University

VFIS, a provider of insurance, education, training and consulting services to emergency service organizations, has introduced VFIS University, its enhanced distance learning system. Developed in conjunction with TargetSolutions, a leading provider of online training for public safety agencies, VFIS University enhances previous VFIS distance learning platform. At www.VFISu.com, VFIS University provides free educational programs for emergency service organizations insured by VFIS, including fire departments, ambulance and rescue squads and 911 centers. Access to complete TargetSolutions offerings are available to all emergency service organization on a paid basis, and available at a discount to VFIS insureds. “In our continuous efforts to improve safety and operations of emergency services organizations through education, training, risk management and insurance programs, VFIS has joined forces with TargetSolutions to develop VFISu.com,” said William F. Jenaway, Ph.D., CFPS, CFO, CSP, CPP, vice president, VFIS Education, Training and Consulting. “TargetSolutions training is known and used throughout the country and it will help emergency service organizations better manage risks in their daily environment.” The enhanced VFIS University offers more than 300 hours of online education for emergency responders and at least one new program will be added quarterly to the easy-to-use platform. Online training courses are available 24/7 and compatible with mobile devices to streamline training compliance. TargetSolutions’s EMS recertification training is accredited by the Continuing Education Coordinating Board for Emergency Medical Services (CECBEMS).