Overview

This document provides guidance for instructors in the NMT/EMRTC First Responder Training Program. The goal of this guidance is to assist instructors in meeting the expectations and standards of the NMT/EMRTC training program in all deliveries.

NMT/EMRTC has contracted qualified instructors to deliver and enrich its training programs. Each instructor is an essential component responsible for the effective delivery of their assigned courses. Instructors are expected to comply with directions from NMT/EMRTC for the successful delivery of training programs. This includes ensuring that classroom operations run according to the policies and procedures outlined in this guidance document, whether delivering training through residential, mobile/non-resident, customized, or virtual courses.

Instructor Expectations

Behavior

Instructors are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times to promote a professional teaching and learning environment reflective of NMT/EMRTC standards. Instructors should:

• Treat all individuals they come into contact with in a courteous manner.
• Refrain from behavior or conduct that is offensive or undesirable in nature.
• Avoid anything more than casual and brief social contact with participants.

In the event of an emergency where alternative forms of transportation are not readily available, instructors may transport participants in rental vehicles. However, if this is necessary, instructors must notify a member of NMT/EMRTC’s Management Team immediately and provide details about the circumstances surrounding the emergency.

Dress and Appearance

Instructors are expected to present themselves in a professional, business-like image to participants and NMT/EMRTC staff. Acceptable personal appearance is a requirement, and any departures from conventional dress or personal grooming and hygiene standards are not permitted. Instructors should:

• Dress in a Navy blue or black polo shirt (short sleeve or long sleeve), khaki, brown, or green trousers, and appropriate footwear for classroom and range operations (or as indicated for a specific venue).
  • Ensure that these items are in good condition, ironed, and free from holes or noticeable fading.
• Maintain clean, combed, and neatly trimmed hair.
• Neatly trim facial hair, including sideburns.

Instructors may wear additional range attire as follows: NMT/EMRTC logo ball cap or full-brimmed UV protection hat, coat, and gloves.

Deviations from any portion of the dress and appearance standards due to required accommodations by an instructor must be authorized in advance. The contracted program manager should inform NMT/EMRTC’s program manager of any required accommodations in compliance with personal privacy protections.

Instructor Scheduling

Instructors are scheduled for training deliveries throughout the year in six-month increments based on availability provided by the contracted program manager. Class and module schedules are released one week prior to the classes taking place. Instructors are expected to follow the predefined schedule, and any changes must be approved by NMT/EMRTC project managers.