Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Instructor Tools
This library contains various handouts and other materials aimed at assisting CERT Basic Training instructors. The handouts are listed in alphabetical order, so related documents may not be listed next to each other. If you would like a modifiable / Microsoft Word version of the document so you can tailor it for your application, please email us at [email protected] to request a copy. Please include the word CERT in the email subject line.
Various presentations are also contained in the library. They can be used for continuing education session for you program and / or public outreach.
The Guide documents library is also a resource for instructors and as they provide a high-level overview of various topics.
Handouts
CERT Exercise Organizational Chart
CERT Basic Training Final Exam Answers
CERT Basic Training Final Exam
How to Survive a Disaster – TIME Magazine
Los Angeles County Fire Department CERT Forms
Search And Rescue Marking a Building
Suggested Reading, Various Books Related to Dealing with Disasters
Triage Assessment Exercise Answers
Presentations
Citizen Corps
Citizen Corps w video (Powerpoint)
Citizen Corps Fact Sheet (Handout)
Citizen Corps Guide for Local Officials 2012 (Reference)
This is CERT
This is CERT w Video (Powerpoint)
Instructor Resources
Discover a wealth of resources and training packages tailored exclusively for Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) instructors. Whether you’re a seasoned educator or just starting out, this library offers a diverse range of materials to enhance your teaching, enrich your curriculum, and ensure your CERT members are fully prepared to handle emergencies. Explore our collection and elevate your CERT training to new heights.
Note the content is in compressed zip folders that you download and expand.
ICS Forms and Instructions
Contains fillable pdf forms versions of various Incident Command System (ICS) forms. A instruction booklet and manual with all forms is also included.
Added September 2023 – ICS_Forms_Instructions.zip
2019 CERT Basic Training Books and Power Points
Contains the 2019 version of the CERT Basic Training participant manual and instructor guide. The power points for the units and hazard annexes are included.
Added September 2023 – 2019_CERT_Basic_Training.zip
This is CERT
A short presentation created by the Support Committee that can be used in many setting to provide an overview of what a Community Emergency Response Team is. A FEMA produced video overview is included in a 30 second and a seven minute versions.
Added September 2023 – This_is_CERT.zip
CERT Emergency Communications
A Support Committee updated version of the FEMA developed supplemental training series of classes. Can be presented as a two or four hour class if you include the exercises. This is a high level over view of various options for a CERT teams communication needs.
Added September 2023 – CERT_Emergency_Communications.zip
CERT Responder Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation is not just for fire fighters. A Support Committee updated version of the FEMA developed supplemental training series of classes. Can be presented as a two or four hour class if you include the exercises. Provides a in depth look at how to establish and operate a rehabilitation site. Refer to the guide document on responder rehabilitation for additional information on developing your local capability.