Following a major disaster, first responders may not be able to meet the demand for fire and medical services.
Overland Park’s emergency management division provides Community Emergency Response Team training to give neighbors the ability to help one another and meet immediate lifesaving and life-sustaining needs.
CERT graduates then have the option to become a CERT member and volunteer in several capacities.
Students will learn:
Classroom instruction is followed by practical exercises and evaluation. Participants will take a written test and practice their skills in a disaster simulation.
CERT training is usually delivered two-and-a-half hour sessions, one evening per week over a seven-week period.
Complete the application form linked below if you are interested in attending CERT training.