JAN. 12, 2026 — NOAA’s Office of Response and Restoration (OR&R) is now accepting applications for its 2026 training classes for spill response professionals.

Spill responders and planners are encouraged to apply for the following courses.

Oil Spill Response Training

The Science of Oil Spills (SOS) class addresses the scientific considerations necessary for informed decision-making during oil spill responses.

Applicants may review course details on the SOS Classes page and submit applications via the SOS Application Form.

Chemical Spill Response Training

The Science of Chemical Releases (SOCR) class equips responders with a science-based framework for analyzing chemical and hazardous materials spills and making risk-based decisions to protect public health and the environment.

Applicants may review course details on the SOCR Classes page and submit applications via the SOCR Application Form.

Incident Command System-300 Training – Internal to NOAA only

OR&R will also offer one or two Incident Command System-300 (ICS-300) classes for candidates internal to NOAA. Information is available on the ICS-300 Classes page or through the OR&R Training Team.

General Information about OR&R Training Offerings

There is no tuition cost to attend OR&R classes, but participants must cover their own travel expenses for in-person training. OR&R’s classes experience high demand and are not filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

Responders and planners unable to attend an in-person training may access self-study resources, such as job aids and on-demand training, through the OR&R website. For further information, contact orr.training@noaa.gov or view the OR&R Training Calendar.