Did you know that a federal disaster has been declared in North Dakota every year since 1993?

Although disasters are unpredictable there are many things you can do to prepare. CERT training is one way to prepare yourself! This course will be offered “FREE” to every local community member over the age of 18. If you want to become a CERT volunteer, or just want to know more on how to take care of yourself in an emergency or disaster, then this program is for you.

How will you react when the next disaster strikes in your community? Protect yourself, your family and community by attending a CERT training today! CERT is a program that educates citizens about the hazards they face in their community and trains them in lifesaving skills. The program is not all about disaster trianing. It also places an emphasis on fundamentals of care for the individual first, followed by family, neighbors and then community. It also addresses general volunteer guidelines that help protect the community in which you work and live.

The CERT course is taught by a trained team of first responders who are nationally certified with a CERT Train-the-Trainer course.

Program Discussions Topics and Simulation Exercises.

Emergency/Disaster Preparedness
General Fire Safety
Basic Life Saving Procedures
Assist with Light Serarch and Rescue
Disaster/Emergency Psychology
Working Together for a Stronger Community
Implementing CERT Strategies

Upon completion of the program, you will receive a backpack filled with safety supplies and a CERT safety vest.

The CERT program in North Dakota is jointly sponsored by the North Dakota Division of Emergency Management and the North Dakota League of Cities. The program is coordinated locally by the Environmental Training Institute.

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This training opportunity would be a great addition for many area groups such as businesses, churches, agencies or service clubs who are looking to help the greater good of the community along with themselves.
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COURSES AVAILABLE

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For more information please contact the ETI office at 777-0384.

Become a CERT volunteer today!

Unless otherwise noted, all courses are held on the University of North Dakota campus at the Environmental Training Institute located in Grand Forks, North Dakota.