NPS RESOURCES FOR TRAINING AND EDUCATION

Learn more about cultural resources through a variety of resources and opportunities for training and education. You'll find information about workshops, conferences, teaching materials, links for kids, directories, databases, and more.

Education and Interpretation on ParkNet about cultural and natural resources
Ethnographic training about park neighbors and other peoples
Links to the Past: Training
Teaching with Historic Places
Training and Development Programs for NPS Employees
Training and Education Opportunities in newest preservation technologies: National Center for Preservation Technology and Training (NCPTT)

TRAINING PROGRAMS ON CULTURAL PROPERTY LAW FOR ATTORNEYS

These two courses are open to Federal attorneys, Assistant State Attorneys General, and tribal attorneys working with laws and regulations that consider cultural heritage resources. Attorneys who complete this training are eligible to receive continuing legal education credit. For more information, contact David Tarler, J.D.

"Overview of Heritage Resources Law" trains attorneys to effectively interpret the compliance and civil enforcement laws governing the management, preservation, and protection of the nation's archeological, historic, and cultural environment. This course is co-sponsored by the National Park Service and the Department of Justice, through the Office of Legal Education and the Environment and Natural Resources Division.

"Overview of Archeological Protection Law" trains attorneys to effectively complete casework involving the looting, vandalism, and illegal commercial trafficking of archeological and other cultural heritage resources. This course is co-sponsored by the National Park Service and the Department of Justice, through the Office of Legal Education and the Criminal Division.

DISTANCE LEARNING

Archeology for Interpreters: a guide to knowledge of the resource
Managing Archeological Collections: Technical Assistance

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NPS resources for training and education

training programs on cultural property law for attorneys

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