Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT)
FEMA runs the CERT program to educate and train people to prepare for and respond to disasters. Through classroom learning and field exercises, participants are trained in basic disaster response skills. Once participants pass the course, they can join their neighborhood or workplace CERT team and assist others following disasters where professional responders are not immediately available or need more support. Website contains a searchable directory for programs around the country. Visit website.
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