The CERT Basic Training features a revised Disaster Medical Operations section, an updated Terrorism and CERT section, and hazard-specific annexes. Find the curriculum materials online and order free copies through the FEMA publications warehouse online ordering platform
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The CERT Basic Training includes research-validated guidance for CERT programs to teach members what to do before, during, and after the hazards their communities may face. The materials in the training include:
- Instructor guides
- Participant manuals
- Hazard annex slide decks
- FEMA Independent Study IS-317: Introduction to CERT – This Independent Study (IS) course is an introduction to the CERT program.
- FEMA Independent Study IS-315: CERT and the ICS – This Independent Study (IS) course introduces CERT leaders to the Incident Command System (ICS), a proven management system used by emergency managers.
CERT members in leadership positions are encouraged to take the CERT Train-the-Trainer and Program Manager Courses. Find more information through the Emergency Management Institute (EMI) and signup for course offerings too.
Download the CERT Basic Training Materials
Instructor Guide
Participant Manual
- CERT Participant Manual
English | Español | 中文 | 繁體中文| 한국어 | Việt - CERT Participant Manual Hazard Annex
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Presentation Slides
- CERT Basic PowerPoint Slides
English | Español | 中文 | 繁體中文| 한국어| Việt - CERT Hazard Annex PowerPoint Slides
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Video Materials
- Fire Safety: The CERT Member’s Role
- Safety in the After-Disaster Environment
- CERT in Action (deployment)
- Disaster Psychology
- Demonstrating Victim Carries
- Demonstrating Head- to -toe Assessment
- Hands-on Practice – Victim Extrication
Please write us with any questions at cerene15@hawaii.edu