FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
The NDPA Board of Directors is happy to announce that 2023 National Water Safety Conference will be held in a hybrid format with both an in-person and virtual attendance options. Conference attendees can attend the conference in whatever way fits their needs and have access to industry leading education, recent research, and top-of-the-line networking.
Our hybrid format for the 2023 NWSC allow us to ensure we can provide you the best experience and continue our mission of drowning prevention regardless of what the world throws at us.
FAQ
1. What is a hybrid conference?
A hybrid conference has both in-person and virtual attendance options. Attendees will participate through the conference website designed specifically for hosting the virtual conference. The conference website is www.WaterSafetyConference.com. The conference will include a range of different activities including networking sessions, live general sessions and keynote addresses, interactive sessions, live and pre-recorded breakout educational sessions, and so much more.
Attendees can choose to attend the in-person conference (just like a normal conference) and have access to all in-person events and education. Attendees can also attend the virtual conference and access conference events and education through the conference website. Attendees can get the benefits of both by purchasing an all-access-pass that gives them access to the in-person and virtual conference.
2. Who should attend?
The conference is a great fit for anyone involved in child safety advocacy, injury prevention, safety education, water safety, drowning prevention, first response, public health, public policy, aquatics, and many more areas!
3. What are the technical requirements needed to participate?
To participate in the virtual components of the conference, you need an internet connection and web browser. For the best viewing experience, we recommend that you join the conference using a supported internet browser, (Google Chrome, Firefox, and Safari). Internet Explorer is not recommended. Our conference website is mobile friendly so you can participate in the virtual conference on most mobile devices.
4. Will there be an in-person attendance option for the 2023 NWSC?
Yes, we are thrilled to welcome our attendees and members to in-person events. We will be offering the conference in a hybrid format so in-person attendees can make the most of their conference experience by purchasing the all-access-pass.
5. Can I still register for the 2023 National Water Safety Conference?
Yes! If you haven’t registered yet, please visit www.WaterSafetyConference.com and click on “Register”.
6. How much do I need to pay to register for the conference?
We are offering special pricing options for the 2023 NWSC! Go to the “Registration Details” page to review all registration options.
7. How do I access the virtual conference?
Keep an eye out for your “ACCESS PASS” email that will arrive in your email inbox the week before the conference. This email will include detailed instructions on how to access the virtual conference and your personal log-in information. Remember all-access-pass and virtual attendees have access to all conference sessions for 5 months after the conference ends!
8. Will I have access to the recordings and materials after the conference ends?
Most conference sessions will be available for attendees with the all-access-pass and virtual registration passes to view for 5 months after the conference ends. Don’t worry about watching everything in one week!
9. What day/time does the conference start?
The conference kicks off on Monday, February 13 at 8am MT. Be sure to check out the updated agenda by clicking here.
All conference times (in-person and virtual) will occur in the US Mountain (MT) time-zone.
10. Can I share my conference access pass with others?
No. Your conference access pass is only for you to use as a registered attendee. Please do not share your access pass with anyone. If your access pass is used on more than one device at the same time, the system will automatically deactivate your access pass.
