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Help Prepare Your Communities

The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program trains volunteers in disaster preparedness and basic response skills like fire safety, search and rescue, and medical operations. CERT provides a consistent, nationwide volunteer network that professional responders can rely on during disasters. Volunteers can also assist with non-emergency community projects. CERT programs are open to individuals of all abilities and require 20-30 hours of training. 

• To register for a class, go to Training, Exercise & Response Management System - Welcome Page (opens in new tab)
• For more information, and to see a complete list of current CERT programs in NC, please visit: CERT - Community Emergency Response Team | Ready NC (opens in new tab)
• Stay informed and pre-plan. Plan. Prepare. Stay Informed. | Ready NC (opens in new tab)
• Visit Know Your Zone for hurricane evacuation and other assistance. (opens in new tab)