WELCOME TO THE FY27 JOINT EPLO PROFICIENCY COURSE - Select EXPAND for more information
FY 2027 Upcoming Classes:
5 - 9 Dec 2026 JFHQ-AZ Phoenix, AZ
· JFHQ-QZ, Bldg. M5101, 5636 E. McDowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85008
12 - 16 Dec 2026 JFHQ-AZ, Phoenix, AZ
- JFHQ-QZ, Bldg. M5101, 5636 E. McDowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85008
9 - 13 Jan 2027 Hawaii
- 1304-A Kekuanaoa Street, Bldg. 643C, Hilto, HI 96720
27 Feb - 3 Mar 2027 Nellis, AFB NV
- 99 ABW, Nellis AFB, Las Vegas, NV, 89191
17 - 21 Apr 2027 Kirtland AFB, NM
- AFOTEC, 1251 Wyoming Blvd SE, Kirtland AFB, NM 87117
24 - 28 Apr 2027 Boise, ID
- Location TBD
22 - 26 May 2027 NB Coronado-North Island, CA
- 678 McCain Blvd, Coronado, CA 92118
24 - 28 Jul 2027 Niagara Falls, NY
- AFRC, 2507 Rubin Way, Niagara Falls ARS, N.Y., 14304
31 Jul - 4 Aug 2027 Madison, WI
- AFRC, 6001 Manufacturers Drive, Madison, WI 53704
11 - 15 Sep 2027 Colchester, VT
- Location TBD
Registration: DSCATS
Click on the link above to register. After choosing desired event, click "Registration" and fill in requested information. You can expect a follow up email with location details once approved and as the class date approaches. If you have further questions please email:
NOTE: Official email addresses are mandatory for registration.
POC:
- Mr. Rick Bacon - richard.bacon.1@us.af.mil
Location:
The location for the purpose of official orders is listed on the schedule above.
Travel:
Plan travel arrival for the day prior to the dates listed for the class. Plan for class to end on the last day listed for the class at 1200 local. Contact the course administrator if you cannot meet these travel requirements prior to commencing class.
Joint EPLO Proficiency Course Mission:
- To provide an interactive approach to learning the HD-DSCA mission
- To provide practical skill development and exercise experience
- To ensure standardization of EPLO practices and performance
- To enhance the professional EPLO community by training with Service counterparts
Course Description:
The Joint EPLO Proficiency Course is an executive-level, five-day, joint service, in-resident course designed to train first year EPLOs across all DOD services and the Coast Guard. Course material is continuously updated to meet the dynamic nature of HD-DSCA. This course is designed and delivered by senior EPLOs and civilian subject matter experts.Prerequisites:
- FEMA online courses IS 100, 200, 293, 700, 800
- Joint Knowledge Online DSCA 1 course
Topics covered:
- HD-DSCA Strategic Perspectives
- HD-DSCA Relationships
- Service-specific capabilities
- EPLO Roles and Responsibilities
- EPLO Preparations and Operations
- Installation Support Mission
- Requests for Assistance and Sourcing
- Public Affairs
- Web-based Tools
Learning Methodologies:
- Distance learning of prerequisites
- Interactive lectures
- Field trip
- Case studies
- Role playing
- Tabletop training exercise
- Daily review quizzes
- Coaching and mentoring