Training
CERT training is a free 4 week national program designed by FEMA and facilitated locally by the Harris County Emergency Services District No. 48. The course is led by various instructors including employees of the Houston Office of Emergency Management, Paramedics, Firefighters, and emergency personnel from both Harris County and City of Houston.
Course Outline:
Week 1: Disaster Preparedness and Fire Suppression
Week 2: Medical Operations/Treatment Strategies & Triage
Week 3: Light Search & Rescue & Disaster Psychology and Team Organization
Week 4: Terrorism Awareness(SWAT) and Disaster Simulation Drill
Equipment Provided*
- Manual
- CERT Back Pack
- Hard Hat
- Safety Goggles or Glasses
- Flashlight with batteries
- Vest
- Work Gloves
- Whistle
- Pen, Pencil, Marker & Notebook
- Various Medical Supplies
- Dusk Mask
- * As Available
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED
cert.training@hcesd48.org
**September CERT class starting September 6th, 2022. Click on QR Code to register ***
CERT training classes are held at Harris County ESD No. 48 Fire Department Building A located at 21201 Morton Road, Katy, TX 77449. Classes are held Tuesday and Thursday nights from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm.
**Teens between the ages of 15 and 17 must be accompanied by an adult**