Basic PIO and JIC/JIS (G290-291): This course is the first in a three-part series of Public Information Officer Basic training. The course is designed for people who work with the media in times of crisis and day-to-day media relations. The program emphasizes the importance of developing a Public Information Officer (PIO) team, communications skills, leadership and working in a Joint Information Center using Joint Information Systems.

Participants engage in public speaking exercises and media interview sessions. Classroom and breakout sessions are information intensive and are designed to help participants apply principles and techniques taught in the discussions. Participants will work with representatives from the media
and other agencies involved in crisis communications. The class includes certification in the FEMA Basic Public Information Officer Course (G290) and JIC/JIS (G291) courses.

Topics discussed include:

• Communicator In Crisis
• Developing Key Messages
• Developing News Releases
• The Information Process
• Meeting the Media’s Needs
• Interview Techniques
• Legal Issues for the PIO
• Joint Information Systems
• Joint Information Centers
• PIO Team Exercises
• Interview Lab Sessions

NOTE: This course is eligible for the use of Homeland Security Grant Program SHSP, UASI, LETPP. Homeland Security Grant funds may cover the cost of registration, travel, lodging and per diem only.

Course Length: 32 hours
Course Code: G290 - 291
DHS-011-RESP
CA Approval: CA-004-PROT

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