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Courses for state employees
learning tracks
External Trainings
Some positions may require additional trainings from external sources.
Active Shooter Awareness Training
The state of New Mexico is committed to a workplace free from violence.
- Access the course.
- Click here to access the FEMA course home page.
- Read the Course Overview and Course Objectives.
- Once on the home page, click the Interactive Web Based Course hyperlink to begin the course.
- Take the exam. After you complete the course, you’ll be prompted to take the exam. Please note that you will be required to enter your Social Security number at the completion of the exam. If you don’t wish to submit your Social Security number, you will need to request an alternate ID number from the FEMA Independent Study program.
- Receive your certificate of completion. FEMA will email you your certificate within two working days. Be sure to check your junk email folder if you don’t receive your certificate within this timeframe. If you don’t receive your certificate, you’ll need to contact FEMA directly. Please see the HELP document for instructions and contact information.
- Email a copy of your certificate to your HR representative or supervisor. Remember to keep a copy for your own records.
Emergency Management and First Responder Training
DHSEM develops, delivers and coordinates emergency management and first responder training to enhance the capabilities of State, local, and Tribal government officials; volunteer organizations; and, the public and private sectors to minimize the impact of disasters and emergencies in New Mexico. Through its courses and integrated programs, the department meets the needs of this diverse audience with an emphasis on separate organizations working together in all-hazards emergencies to save lives and protect property.
For more information on the training programs and training schedule dates offered by the Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management please visit the link below.
Defensive Driving
Higher Education Opportunities for Employees
The State Personnel Office recognizes continuing education as an important part of employee growth and development. The following links are continuing education courses offered by various state community colleges and universities.
NM EDGE: The State Personnel Office works with the NM EDGE Program at NMSU to provide comprehensive course of study to administrators, managers, elected officials, and staff in local, state, tribal, and national government. Learn best practices and theory on managemement behaviors and strategies. SPO highly recommends the New Mexico Certified Public Manager Program® (NM CPM) as part of continuing education for state employees.
Central New Mexico Community College
Certificates, Associate Degrees
900 University Blvd SE | Albuquerque, NM 87106 | (505) 224 – 3090
Clovis Community College
Certificates, Associate Degrees
417 Schepps Blvd | Clovis, NM 88101 | (575) 769-4060
Dine College - Crownpoint Center
Certificates, Associate Degrees, Bachelor’s Degrees
Hwy. 371 – Route 9 PO Box 57 | Crownpoint, NM 87313 | (505) 786-7391
Dine College - Shiprock
Certificates, Associate Degrees, Bachelor’s Degrees
1228 Yucca St. PO Box 580 | Shiprock, NM 87420 | (505) 368 – 3500
Eastern New Mexico University
Associate Degrees, Bachelor’s Degrees
1500 S Ave K | Portales, NM 88130 | 800-367-3668
Eastern New Mexico University - Roswell
Certificates, Associate Degrees
52 University Blvd | Roswell, NM 88203 | (575) 624-7400
Eastern New Mexico University - Ruidoso
Certificates, Associate Degrees
709 Mechem Drive | Ruidoso, NM 88345 | (575) 315-1120
Institute of American Indian Arts
Certificates, Associate Degrees, Bachelor’s Degrees
83 Avan Nu Po Road
Santa Fe, NM 87508
(505) 424-2300
Luna Community College
Certificates, Associate Degrees
366 Luna Drive | Las Vegas, NM 87701 | (505) 454-2534
Mesalands Community College
Certificates, Associate Degrees
911 South Tenth Street | Tucumcari, NM 88401 | (575) 461 – 4413
Navajo Technical University
Certificates, Associate Degrees, Bachelor’s Degrees
Lowerpoint Road, State Hwy 371 | Crownpoint, NM 87313 | (505) 387-7361
New Mexico Highlands University
Associate Degrees, Bachelor’s Degrees
1005 Diamond St | Las Vegas, NM 87701 | (505) 454-3318
New Mexico Junior College
Certificates, Associate Degrees
1 Thunderbird Circle | Hobbs, NM 88240 | (575) 392-5172
New Mexico Military Institute
Associate Degrees
101 W College Blvd | Roswell, NM 88201 | 800-421-5376
New Mexico State University
Associate Degrees, Bachelor’s Degrees
1780 E University Ave | Las Cruces, NM 88003 | (575) 646-3121
New Mexico State University - Alamogordo
Certificates, Associate Degrees
2400 Scenic Drive | Alamogordo, NM 88310 | (575) 439-3600
New Mexico State University - Dona Ana
Certificates, Associate Degrees
2800 Sonoma Ranch Blvd | Las Cruces, NM 88011 | (575) 528-7000
New Mexico State University - Grants
Certificates, Associate Degrees
1500 N. Third Street | Grants, NM 87020 | (505) 287-6621
New Mexico Tech
Associate Degrees, Bachelor’s Degrees
801 Leroy Place | Socorro, NM 87801 | (800) 428 – 8324
Northern New Mexico College
Certificates, Associate Degrees, Bachelor’s Degrees
921 N. Paseo de Oñate | Española, NM 87532 | (505) 747-2128
San Juan College
Certificates, Associate Degrees, Bachelor’s Degrees
4601 College Boulevard | Farmington, NM 87402 | (505) 566-3323
Santa Fe Community College
Certificates, Associate Degrees
6401 Richards Avenue | Santa Fe, NM 87508 | (505) 428-1268
Southeast New Mexico College
Certificates, Associate Degrees
1500 University Drive| Carlsbad, NM 88220 | (575) 234-9225
Southwest Indian Polytechnic Institute
Certificates, Associate Degrees
9169 Coors Blvd NW | Albuquerque, NM 87120 | (505) 346-2361
University of New Mexico
Associate Degrees, Bachelor’s Degrees
The University of New Mexico | Albuquerque, NM 87131 | (505) 277-8900
University of New Mexico - Los Alamos
Certificates, Associate Degrees
4000 University Drive | Los Alamos, NM 87544 | (505) 662-0341
University of New Mexico - Taos
Certificates, Associate Degrees
1157 County Road 110 | Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 | (575) 737-6220
University of New Mexico - Valencia
Certificates, Associate Degrees
280 La Entrada Rd | Los Lunas, NM 87031 | (505) 925-8590
Western New Mexico University
Certificates, Associate Degrees, Bachelor’s Degrees
P.O. Box 680 | Silver City, NM 88062 | (575) 538-6173