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National Qualification System Supplemental Documents

Published by FEMA/Resilience/National Preparedness Directorate | Department of Homeland Security | Catalog Last Checked: May 06, 2026 at 11:14 AM | Dataset Last Updated: January 02, 2025 at 01:11 PM
Provides a list of supplemental National Qualification System (NQS) documents pertaining to National Incident Management System (NIMS).rnrnSupportingin Documentation includes:rnrnThe NIMS Guideline for the National Qualification System (NQS), which describes the components of a qualification and certification system, defines a process for certifying the qualifications of incident personnel, describes how to stand up and implement a peer review process, and provides an introduction to the process of credentialing personnel.rnrnTwo NIMS NQS Supplemental Guides that provide processes, procedures, and tools to assist authorities having jurisdiction develop and maintain their qualification, certification, and credentialing programs.rnrnThe NIMS Guideline for Mutual Aid, which provides an overview of common mutual aid practices; defines common terminology and processes; and describes an approach for creating legal agreements and operational plans.

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