The application period for admission to the 2014-2015 session of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) National Firearms Examiner Academy (NFEA) is open to all qualified candidates through July 31, 2014.  The training is free. Lodging and a reduced per diem will be paid by ATF.  Travel to and from the NFEA for Phase II and IV is the responsibility of applicant's agency.   For additional information/ application please contact Sheila Hopkins a 202-648-6061, Jodi Marsanopoli at 202-648-6116 or visit the ATF website at:

http://www.atf.gov/content/firearms/firearms-enforcement/national-firearms-examiner-academy-course-id-frms-pg-0002 (http://www.atf.gov/content/firearms/firearms-enforcement/national-firearms-examiner-academy-course-id-frms-pg-0002)