Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Training - Unit 1 - Disaster Preparedness

The Caltech Campus Security Department is proud to announce a new Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) class beginning April 5th 2023. This CERT class will be taught by Caltech Staff who are professionals in crisis and emergency response.

Come learn how to help yourself, your family, neighbors, and workplace following a catastrophic disaster. Take the CERT training and learn emergency preparedness, and skills to better prepare you in emergency situations. The program covers: Disaster Psychology, Terrorism, Disaster Preparedness, Light Search and Rescue, Fire Safety/Fire Suppression, and Disaster Medical Operations. The CERT class will conclude with a disaster simulation for those who complete all 8 units.

Unit 1 - Disaster Preparedness will cover an intro to CERT, disasters, hazards, preparedness efforts, and what your role as a cert trained individual is.

Please see the emergency preparedness website for details on dates and times.