Training ScheduleCentral Aid Agency CERT currently trains every month with other C.A.A. Emergency Response units in Sector 2. Training meetings occur on the 2nd Thursday of the month from 1930-2100 (7:30 PM - 9 PM) at Sector 2 HQ in Junction City (located behind the First Christian Church, 1250 Nyssa Street). Basic Training classes are usually held at least once per year, in either the Spring or Fall. Basic Training is often conducted jointly with the Lane Community College Campus CERT program. Basic Training is usually announced a few weeks in advance, but do not follow a set schedule. Recruits can join the program and begin attending activities and training prior to completing Basic Training.
NIMS / ICSThe Incident Command System (ICS) is part of the National Incident Management System (NIMS), which is a framework developed by FEMA in order to facilitate a multi-agency response to minor and major disasters.
NIMS/ICS is required by many professional first response agencies in order to ensure an effective response and to maintain NIMS compliance. ICS courses are also required for various levels within our CERT program. Much of NIMS/ICS training can be taken online, complete with a printable certificate upon completion of the course. Students will need to register for a FEMA SID number if they don't have one already (it's free). Links to the courses can be found below. Ham Radio CommunicationAmateur radio, or ham, can be a critical component of disaster response operations. We encourage all emergency response personnel and CERT volunteers to become certified as ham radio operators. For those interested in developing their ham radio skills further, C.A.A. EMCOMM is an auxiliary to IMOS and focuses on communications. Interested CERTs have the ability to become cross-trained as EMCOMM CERTs.
CERT SupportCERT Support is a category of CERT membership for those that want to participate in the CERT program, but do not want to serve in a front-line capacity. CERT Support personnel provide logistics, outreach, and other functions that support front-line operations. They still have to meet the same training requirements and qualifications as front-line CERT personnel, but when deployed only fulfill support roles.
CERT InstructorsC.A.A. CERT staffs certified CERT Instructors. Our instructors are available to train any one of the individual sections of the CERT Basic Training, or conduct an entire Basic Training for interested businesses, agencies, and the community. All C.A.A. CERT Instructors are part of the Training Solutions International CERT Instructor Cadre. Becoming a CERT Instructor isn't easy, Instructors are held to very high standards. But being an Instructor can be very rewarding and provides an opportunity to pass on skills and knowledge to new CERTs and even other CERT programs. For more information on becoming a CERT Instructor please click here to go to the TSI CERT Training Program web page.
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Membership Details
CERT Basic TrainingAll CERTs go through a Basic CERT Training (called Basic Disaster Academy) that is comprised of modules from both the 2012 and 2019 Basic CERT courses, and focuses on topics relevant to disaster response. Basic Disaster Academy culminates in participation in a mock disaster drill where all the skills are put together in one exercise. Basic Disaster Academy includes modules on:
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CERT Program Manager / Assistant CERT Program Manager
The CERT Program Manager can also be the Program Manager for the Rapid Response Team, but if separately designated is typically a dedicated Commissioned Officer appointed or approved by the Branch Director of Emergency Response. Their responsibilities include appointing Program Coordinators, defining and managing CERT policy and procedures, as well as representing the program to command staff and the Board of Directors. Minimum Requirements:
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CERT Program Coordinator / Assistant CERT Program Coordinator
CERT Program Coordinators are typically ranking Rapid Response Team Unit Commanders, but can be a separate Rated or CERT member appointed by the RRT or CERT chain of command. Among their responsibilities include management and administration of CERT units in a designated geographical area, as well as appointing leaders and representing the program. Program Coordinators additionally may deploy alongside the CERT units they manage to lead and coordinate response operations. Minimum Requirements: Program Coordinator
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CERT Instructor
CERT Instructors are RRT, Rated personnel, or CERT members who have been vetted and approved as CERT Instructors through TSI. CERT Instructors are part of the TSI CERT Instructor Cadre and must wear the TSI Instructor uniform and Insignia. (Insignia is worn on the shoulder of uniforms) Minimum Requirements:
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CERT Commander / Assistant CERT Commander
CERT Commanders are responsible for a CERT Battalion containing 2 or more CERT Companies, as well as overseeing the operations of the CERT program within a specific geographical area. This includes arranging meetings and training, supervising CERT Captains, and assisting Program Coordinators. Minimum Requirements:
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CERT Captain / Assistant CERT Captain
CERT Captains are responsible for a CERT Company containing 2 or more CERT Crews, and are assigned under a CERT Commander. Captains can temporarily assume Commander positions if Commanders are unavailable. Minimum Requirements:
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CERT Crew Leader / Assistant CERT Crew Leader
CERT Crew Leaders are responsible for a CERT Crew containing 2 or more CERT Squads, and are assigned under a CERT Captain. Crew Leaders can temporarily assume Captain positions if Captains are unavailable. Minimum Requirements:
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CERT Squad Leader / Assistant CERT Squad Leader
CERT Squad Leaders are responsible for a CERT Squad consisting of 2 or more CERT Teams, and are assigned under a CERT Crew Leader. Squad Leaders can temporarily assume Crew Leader positions if Crew Leaders are unavailable. Minimum Requirements:
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CERT Team Leader / Assistant CERT Team Leader
CERT Team Leaders are responsible for a CERT Team consisting of 2 CERTs, Assistant Team Leader, and Team Leader; and are assigned under a Squad Leader. Additionally, Team Leaders can temporarily assume Squad Leader positions if Squad Leaders are unavailable. Minimum Requirements:
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CERT 7
CERT 7’s are the most advanced non-leadership CERT level and are next in line for leadership positions when they become available. CERT 7’s have completed BDA/CERT training, standard Search and Rescue training (or above), and advanced Urban Search and Rescue training. They are able to be deployed to urban, wilderness, and USAR environments equally. Requirements:
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CERT 6
CERT 6’s have completed BDA/CERT training, standard Search and Rescue training (or above), and basic Urban Search and Rescue training. They are able to be deployed to urban, wilderness, and USAR environments equally. Requirements:
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CERT 5
CERT 5’s have completed BDA/CERT training as well as advanced Search and Rescue training. They are able to be deployed to urban and wilderness environments equally. Requirements:
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CERT 4
CERT 4’s have completed BDA/CERT training as well as standard Search and Rescue training. They are able to be deployed to urban and wilderness environments equally. Requirements:
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CERT 3
CERT 3’s have completed BDA/CERT training as well as basic Search and Rescue training. They are able to be deployed to urban and rural environments. Requirements:
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CERT 2
CERT 2’s have completed BDA/CERT training as well as some basic Search and Rescue training. They are able to be deployed, primarily to urban environments. Requirements:
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CERT 1
CERT 1’s have completed the minimum BDA/CERT training and are able to be deployed, primarily to urban environments. Requirements:
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CERT Team 1CERT Team 1 is a Community Emergency Response Team unit based in Sector 2. The unit is part of Emergency Response Force 1. The unit is comprised of non-rated volunteer CERT personnel and works closely with the Rapid Response Team program in Sector 2.
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