The Department of Homeland Security, Office for Bombing Prevention (OBP) and the Center for Domestic Preparedness have partnered to provide bombing prevention awareness learning opportunities for first responders, public safety personnel, and private sector partners through Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT).

VILT courses provide basic bombing prevention information ranging from IED construction and classification to the terrorist attack cycle. All on-line virtual training courses are conducted with a live instructor, using the Homeland Security Information Network (HSIN) Connect feature. Either participants can connect as a HSIN member or guest (does not require a HSIN membership). VILTs are great for participants with time availability constraints as most classes are approximately one-hour in length and can be taken independently.

Classes are open to anyone at no cost.

For more information and to access the current schedule and online registration process, visit the OBP VILT Schedule/Registration Page at: https://cdp.dhs.gov/obp. Select the desired course and date from the listings and you will be automatically directed to the online application process. Registration must be completed two business days prior to class start date. For convenience, the June schedule is attached.

A FEMA Student Identification (SID) number and password are required to apply. If you don’t have a FEMA SID one can be obtained by going to: https://cdp.dhs.gov/femasid/register

Please do not hesitate to contact OBP Training at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with any questions. For registration issues, contact CDP Student Services at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or (256) 847-2195 during business hours.