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CERT Basic Training Course

CERT Basic

Join us for a free Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training!
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CERT training covers important basic skills that are valuable to know in a disaster when emergency services are not available. With training and practice, and by working as a team, you will be able to protect yourself and maximize your capability to help for the greatest number of people during and after a disaster. Participants will learn about:
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• Disaster Preparedness
• Team Organization
• Disaster Medical Operations
• Psychological First Aid
• Fire Safety and Utility Controls
• Light Search and Rescue
• Terrorism / Active Killer Events
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Course Dates: July 20-22, 2026
Monday July 20, 8:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday July 21, 8:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday July 22, 8:00am - 12:00pm

Students must attend all classes & units of this course to receive the state certificate.

Audience: Anyone who has a personal or professional interest in strengthening their readiness to respond to a disaster. Participants must be 19 years or older to attend this course.
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Cost: The course is free to attend. Personal expenses (lodging, meals, mileage, or wages) will not be reimbursed. Participants are responsible for obtaining authorization from their employer before registering for this course.

Location: American Red Cross Regional Headquarters, 2912 S 80th Ave, Omaha, NE 68124

Course Description: CERT basic training covers important basic skills that are valuable to know in a disaster when emergency services are not available. With training and practice, and by working as a team, you will be able to protect yourself and maximize your capability to help for the greatest number of people during and after a disaster.
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If you require a reasonable accommodation (sign language interpreters, Braille, CART, etc.), please make the request NLT 15 days prior to the class start date. When making any requests, please provide details on the accommodation; however, DO NOT include medical or other personal information that is protected. Last-minute requests will be accepted; however, they may not be possible to fulfill.
1.First and Last Name (for course certificate)(Required.)
2.Email (for correspondence and course materials)(Required.)
3.Phone Number(Required.)
4.Organization(Required.)
5.Discipline(Required.)
6.Is your position considered volunteer?(Required.)
7.Is any part of your position paid for using Federal funds?(Required.)
8.Please certify you understand course materials will be provided digitally to follow FEMA's green initiative and it is your responsibility to have access to these documents during class either digitally or printed (printed will be at you or your organization's expense)(Required.)