The CERT program involves 20 hours of basic-level training delivered on-line or in person in the following areas:

• Disaster Preparedness
  Introduction to disasters specific to the community, and the impact of disaster on infrastructure.
• Disaster Fire Suppression
  Identifying and reducing potential fire hazards and basic fire suppression.
• Disaster Medical Operations
  • Part I: Treatment strategies for life-threatening conditions and principles of triage.
  • Part II: Head-to-toe patient assessment and treatment for various injuries.
• Light Search and Rescue Operations
  Techniques for sizing up and  searching, lifting, cribbing and removing victims; rescue safety.
• Disaster Psychology & Team Organization
  The post-disaster emotional environment will be discussed. CERT organization, decision making and documentation.
• Terrorism
  A brief overview of terrorism and basic guidelines to follow during a HazMat or CBRNE event are discussed.
• Practical Application
  Apply the learned skills in a disaster simulation

Additional training and activities are open to all CERT members once they have completed the basic training course.