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Local training
Communications & Radio
CERT — Community Emergency Response Team
Washington, DC
Free FEMA-backed community disaster training including communications, fire safety, search and rescue, and medical triage.
What to expect
CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) is a free FEMA program run by local fire departments and emergency management agencies in most US counties. The 20-hour basic course covers disaster preparedness, fire safety, light search and rescue, medical triage, and team communications. CERT trained 250,000+ volunteers nationwide.
Strengths
- Free 20-hour training at local fire departments
- FEMA-backed with standardized curriculum
- Active in most US counties — find your local CERT
Watch-outs
- General emergency response, not radio-specific
- Quality and activity level varies by local program
Provider details
Track
Communications & Radio
Location
Washington, DC 20472