Don’t Miss Your Final Chance for Live NASP Training in 2026

As 2026 begins to wind down, so do the remaining opportunities to experience NASP’s live, instructor-led classroom training before the 2027 schedule is announced.

While online learning offers flexibility, there is still something uniquely valuable about learning alongside other safety professionals, asking questions in real time, participating in hands-on exercises, and networking with peers from a wide range of industries. These final classroom sessions provide that opportunity before the calendar turns to a new training year.

If attending a live NASP class has been on your professional development plan, now is the time to reserve your seat.

Certified Safety Manager (CSM)

October 12-16, 2026 – Wilmington, North Carolina

The Certified Safety Manager (CSM) course is NASP’s flagship safety management program and serves as a strong foundation for professionals responsible for developing, implementing, and managing workplace safety programs. Over five days, participants explore the practical aspects of safety leadership, OSHA compliance, hazard recognition, incident investigation, written safety programs, risk management, and employee engagement. The course also covers topics including Hazard Communication, Confined Space Entry, Lockout/Tagout, Machine Guarding, PPE, HAZWOPER, Fire Prevention, Ergonomics, Fall Protection, and more. Upon completion, participants leave with practical tools they can immediately apply within their organizations.

Confined Space Entry & Rescue Program Manager

September 28 – October 2, 2026, Wilmington, North Carolina

Confined space work remains one of the highest-risk activities in many industries, making effective planning and rescue preparedness essential. This intensive five-day course prepares participants to manage confined space entry programs while developing the knowledge needed to oversee rescue operations safely and effectively. Students receive extensive hands-on training covering atmospheric monitoring, hazard assessment, permit systems, rescue equipment, isolation procedures, vertical and horizontal rescue techniques, mechanical advantage systems, and realistic rescue simulations. The course is designed for those responsible for developing, managing, or improving confined space entry and rescue programs.

HAZWOPER Train-the-Trainer

October 26-30, 2026 – Wilmington, North Carolina

Designed for professionals responsible for training employees involved in hazardous waste operations and emergency response, the HAZWOPER Train the Trainer course combines regulatory knowledge with practical instructional techniques. Participants learn OSHA HAZWOPER requirements, hazard evaluation, personal protective equipment selection, spill and leak control, decontamination procedures, emergency response planning, and effective adult training methodologies. The course emphasizes not only understanding the regulations but also building the confidence and skills needed to deliver engaging, compliant HAZWOPER training within your organization.

Lockout Tagout Train-the-Trainer

November 18-19, 2026 – Wilmington, North Carolina

Even experienced safety professionals recognize that hazardous energy control requires consistent training and thorough procedures. This focused two-day course provides participants with the knowledge and resources needed to develop, implement, and teach OSHA-compliant Lockout/Tagout programs. Topics include OSHA 1910.147 requirements, hazardous energy control procedures, energy isolation devices, group lockout procedures, contractor coordination, communication practices, and instructional techniques that help trainers deliver effective LOTO education to their workforce.

Make 2026 Count

Professional development often gets pushed to “next year,” but the calendar has a way of filling up quickly. These are the final live NASP classroom sessions of 2026, and once they conclude, the next opportunity will be part of the 2027 training schedule.

Whether you’re looking to strengthen your leadership skills through the Certified Safety Manager program, improve your organization’s confined space rescue capabilities, become a qualified HAZWOPER instructor, or enhance your Lockout/Tagout training program, these final sessions provide an opportunity to learn directly from experienced instructors in an engaging classroom environment.

If one of these courses has been on your list, now is the time to make it happen. Reserve your seat and finish 2026 by investing in knowledge and skills that can benefit both your career and the safety of your workplace.