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CI Training
The purpose of the WSFR CI Training Program is to provide national training to develop basic and specialized grants management knowledge and skills resulting in the consistent and sensible application of regulations, processes, and decisions in the WSFR CI grant programs.
WSFR CI training courses inform and equip state and federal grant management staff members to deal effectively with grant management processes and issues.
The Training Program also maintains the online WSFR FA Toolkit for grant managers and grantees.
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Course Catalog
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Advanced Grants |
Management (AGM) | Instructor-led | 32 hours |
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Basic Grants |
Management (BGM) | Instructor-led | 32 hours |
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Lands |
Grants Management (LGM) | Instructor-led | 24 hours |
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Project Leaders |
Course | Instructor-led | 12 hours |
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Distance Learning and Online Courses | Type | Duration |
On-Demand Project |
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Leader Course |
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Self-paced
estimated 6-8 hours
Introduction to Wildlife and Sport Fish Restoration Program
Learn about the Wildlife and Sport Fish Restoration program history and its legacy of conservationThis on-demand course is designed to guide State Project Leaders through the applied essentials of developing a Project Statement proposal and managing activities supported through Federal financial assistance. The course is designed for dynamic learning - from self directed study, quick topic-based refreshers, or as an Agency-directed training. Resources to support State Federal Aid Coordinators / State agencies in delivering this course are included.(Please select "access as a guest" if prompted to log in.) | Online | Self-paced estimated |
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6- |
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The Grants Management Process
Learn all phases of a WSFR grant through traversing the grant management process in a game board format
10 hours | |
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Fundamentals of Real Property Technical Appraisal Reviews | Online through DOI Talent |
| Self-paced |
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| estimated 3 hours | ||
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| Online Virtual Learning Series | Type | Duration |
Introduction to the Office of Conservation Investment Programs Video SeriesThese videos will provide an overview of the Wildlife Restoration, Sport Fish Restoration, and State Wildlife Grant programs. Each video will cover background on how each of these conservation programs was created and what type of conservation actions may be funded under each program, respectively. Videos also cover participation requirements for these programs, as well as program accomplishments.(Please select "access as a guest" if prompted to log in.) | Online | 45 minutes |
WSFR Safety Margins Video TutorialThis tutorial explains how safety margins |
in the Wildlife Restoration (WR), Sport Fish Restoration (SFR), and State Wildlife Grants (SWG) financial assistance programs are calculated, as well as provides best management practices for recipients to minimize the potential for reverting |
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funds under these programs. | Online | 35 minutes |
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Completing the Budget Information for Non-Construction Programs (SF-424A)This tutorial explains how applicants of U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service financial assistance programs should complete the SF-424A when applying for non-construction grants and cooperative agreements. Click here to download a written version of the SF-424A tutorial. | Online | 35 minutes |
Completing the Federal Financial Report (SF-425)This tutorial explains how recipients of U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service awards should complete the SF-425 when reporting on the financial status of Federal and matching funds under financial assistance grants and cooperative agreements. Click here to download a written version of the SF-425 tutorial. | Online | 29 minutes |
Note: When viewing the on-line courses on a PC, it may be necessary to adjust your screen size depending on the web browser you use. For tablet users, it is best to open the URL link on your tablet and create a Bookmark on the Home Screen. Then click on the Home Screen bookmark to open the course.
Scheduled National Training Events
FY 2018:
May 21 - 24, 2018 - Basic Grants Management (BGM) Course at NCTC in Shepherdstown, West Virginia (Travel days are Sunday, May 20, and Friday, May 25)
June 4 - 7, 2018 - Advanced Grants Management - Sacramento, California
September 10 - 13, 2018 - Basic Grants Management (BGM) Course, Lakewood, Colorado
October 22-25, 2018 - AGM Registration - NCTC, Shepherdstown, WV
FY 2019:
May 20 - 23, 2019 - Basic Grants Management (BGM) Course at NCTC in Shepherdstown, West Virginia (Travel days are Sunday, May 19, and Friday, May 24)
June 10 - 13, 2019 - Advanced Grants Management (AGM) Course - Portland, OR
September 9 - 12, 2019 - Basic Grants Management (BGM) Course, Lakewood, Colorado
October 07 - 10, 2019 - Advanced Grants Management (AGM) Course - NCTC, Shepherdstown, WV
Contact us about your grant management training needs.
WSFR Training Calendar
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Contact Information
Contact Information
Ryan Oster - Training Program Coordinator
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service - Office of Conservation Investment
Division of Wildlife and Sport Fish Restoration Program
698 Conservation Way
Shepherdstown, WV 25543
304-876-7927
FAX 304-876-7757Debbie Unbehagen
Acting Chief, Training Branch
703-358-2643
Financial Assistance Support and Oversight - Systems & Training Branch
304-596-3641
ryan_oster@fws.gov
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