This grant is for a crucial study aimed at evaluating the potential of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) as a tool for assessing and validating the extensive wildland fire experiences and skills of rural firefighters. The project seeks to develop a comprehensive methodology for formally recognizing competencies gained through practical, on-the-job experience rather than traditional academic pathways. The ultimate goal is to enhance the professional development and credentialing of rural firefighters, ensuring their invaluable expertise is properly acknowledged and integrated into official qualification frameworks. This initiative will explore how RPL can optimize the utilization of experienced personnel within wildland fire management, fostering efficiency and improving operational readiness by validating their diverse skill sets.
Opportunity ID: 51663
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | BLM-FA-NOI-10-1879 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.242 — National Fire Plan – Rural Fire Assistance |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 05, 2010 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Feb 19, 2010 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Feb 19, 2010 |
| Archive Date: | Mar 19, 2010 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $350,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $250,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Department of the Interior |
| Description: | Study to evaluate the potential use of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) to evaluate rural firefighter wildland fire experiences and skills. |
| Link to Additional Information: | www.grants.gov |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Christine K Shaver
cshaver@blm.gov Email:cshaver@blm.gov |
Version History
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Related Documents
Folder 51663 Full Announcement-1 -> rpl-noi.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Christine K Shaver cshaver@blm.gov Email: cshaver@blm.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15.242 | PKG00016289 | Feb 05, 2010 | Feb 19, 2010 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
51663 SF424-2.0.pdf
51663 SF424A-1.0.pdf
51663 SF424B-1.1.pdf
Optional forms
51663 Budget-1.1.pdf
51663 Project-1.1.pdf