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National TIM Responder Training Program Traffic Incident Management consists of a planned and coordinated multi-disciplinary process to detect, respond to and clear traffic incidents so that traffic flow may be restored as safely and quickly as possible. TIM Responder Training brings together personnel across the responder spectrum to build a stronger, more coordinated corps at the local and national level. ​ This course is taught by an ODOT certified TIM Instructor. For Online Instructor-Led Courses: Zoom Client for Meetings The ability to receive Emails (certificate sent via Email)
Overview Like ICS 100, this course is the in-person instructor-led version of the online 200 course. This course expands on principles learned in 100 and is geared towards anyone that may have supervisory authority at an incident scene. This course is typically one of the fundamental required ICS courses even for entry-level personnel of emergency management organizations. Even though this class is offered online, the instructor-led version has been proven to be more effective for students who actually want to learn the principles covered. Because unlike the online version, this course features team exercises and a live instructor. ​ PLEASE NOTE: This course features a digital online course exam. Students must have FEMA SID Number and have access to a web-capable device in order to complete the exam and get their certificate. ​ This course is taught by a certified ICS Instructor approved by the Oregon Department of Emergency Management. For
Overview If you are looking to begin your training in the Incident Command System this is the place to start. This is the instructor-led version of ICS 100, which can also be taken online. The instructor-led version has been proven to be more effective for students who actually want to learn the principles covered in the course, because unlike the online version, this course features hands on exercises and a live instructor. If you want to start out in ICS with a firm grasp of the basics, then you'll want to take this class. ​ PLEASE NOTE: This course features a digital online course exam. Students must have FEMA SID Number and have access to a web-capable device in order to complete the exam and get their certificate. ​ This course is taught by a certified ICS Instructor approved by the Oregon Department of Emergency Management. For Online Instructor-Led Courses: Zoom
Overview ICS-400 is an advanced level Incident Command System course intended to teach the skills necessary to manage large and complicated incidents and events.  The course builds on the basics of all prior courses and covers ICS staff roles, structure fundamentals, and inter-agency coordination in detail. The course is geared towards upper management and agency leads, as well as those who will be filling Command and General Staff positions in an ICS structure. ICS 400 is only available in an instructor-led format. ​ PLEASE NOTE: Students must have FEMA SID Number and have access to a web-capable device in order to get their certificate. ​ This course is taught by a certified ICS Instructor approved by the Oregon Department of Emergency Management. For Online Instructor-Led Courses: Zoom Client for Meetings The ability to receive Emails (certificate sent via Email)
Overview ICS-300 is an intermediate level Incident Command System course that bridges the gap between on-scene tactical problem solving and overarching strategic scene management for incidents and events. The course introduces more advanced ICS concepts and explores what to do if an incident or event will extend beyond the immediate operational period. ICS 300 is the perfect course for on-scene decision makers at all levels, and is only available in an instructor-led format. ​ PLEASE NOTE: Students must have FEMA SID Number and have access to a web-capable device in order to get their certificate. ​ This course is taught by a certified ICS Instructor approved by the Oregon Department of Emergency Management. For Online Instructor-Led Courses: Zoom Client for Meetings The ability to receive Emails (certificate sent via Email)
Overview ICS 402 is intended to be an introduction and overview of the ICS system for elected officials and senior staff. The course covers basic ICS principles and how ICS is critically important for supporting effecting emergency management. Please Note: Further ICS courses and experience are required to qualify to serve in any of the Command and General Staff positions. ​ ​ This course is taught by a certified ICS Instructor approved by the Oregon Department of Emergency Management. For Online Instructor-Led Courses: Zoom Client for Meetings The ability to receive Emails (certificate sent via Email)
Overview The ICS/EOC Interface Course was created as a bridge between on-scene Incident Command Systems and the Emergency Operations Centers (EOC) that support them. The course covers roles and responsibilities, and how EOCs can best support their communities through an interface. The course features many hands on activities that help students understand how an interface functions. The course is perfect for anyone functioning within and ICS or EOC structure. ​ ​ This course is taught by a certified ICS Instructor approved by the Oregon Department of Emergency Management. For Online Instructor-Led Courses: Zoom Client for Meetings The ability to receive Emails (certificate sent via Email)
Overview Are you trying to start a new CERT program or wanting to learn more about how to run one? CERT Program Manager is the course intended for senior leadership and decision makers within a CERT program. The course covers managerial concepts related to CERT program administration, including developing training plans and managing volunteers. This course is perfect for anyone looking to start a CERT program, or is already involved in leading one. This course is taught by certified instructors Course Prerequisites: Sponsorship from a registered CERT program or agency. ICS 100 ICS 200 ICS 700 ICS 800 CERT Basic Training -or- IS 317 Introduction to Community Emergency Response Teams (For new programs) State Level Approval (State Specific)
Overview Is your CERT program in a rut? Are you concerned that your training is becoming outdated and could be more effective overall? This course was designed to counteract the natural decay of training and keep CERT programs refreshed with new ideas and new techniques. The course includes updates to the CERT curriculum put out by FEMA, and features material and best practices straight from first responder playbooks that has been tailored specifically to the needs of CERT programs. This course is taught by certified instructors Course Prerequisites: Basic CERT Course CERT TTT Course -or- CERT Program Manager Course
Overview Are you interested in becoming a CERT instructor and training the next generation of CERTs? CERT Train The Trainer (TTT) is the course for you! The course covers teaching concepts, overviews of the Basic Disaster Academy / CERT Course modules and how to teach them, and features exercises intended to make instructors better and improve teaching skills. This course is taught by certified instructors Course Prerequisites: Sponsorship by a registered CERT program or agency. ICS 100 ICS 200 ICS 700 ICS 800 CERT Basic Training -or- IS 317 Introduction to Community Emergency Response Teams (For new programs) State Level Approval (State Specific)
Overview Are you interested in becoming a fully trained Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) member? Basic Disaster Academy / CERT Basic Training is how you do that! This custom course combines the 2012 and 2019 Basic CERT course curriculums developed by FEMA, with our own practical experience learned from responding to real disasters.  The result is a course that exceeds the FEMA CERT minimum training standard, and is designed to effectively train everyday people how to properly assist first responders during all-hazards incidents and disasters. This course is perfect for anyone already involved in a CERT program, or want to start a new one, and desire a strong foundation of basic training.​ This course is taught by certified instructors Typical course prerequisites (Program Specific): ICS 100 ICS 200 ICS 700 PLEASE NOTE: This course requires a signed Liability Waiver
