CERT Train-The-Trainer

Known as E deliveries, FEMA holds several CERT Train-the-Trainer courses at the Emergency Management Institute (EMI) in Emmitsburg Maryland each year. To register for a FEMA EMI course delivery, visit the FEMA EMI website at https://training.fema.gov/apply/ for more information. Search for 0428 for the CERT Train-the-Trainer Class. Participants will need a cover letter from their CERT Sponsoring Agency. Participants send the completed application form to their State Training Officer who will vet the applications before sending them to EMI for approval.

Known as L deliveries, FEMA will work with a local jurisdiction (either State or local jurisdiction) to plan a Local FEMA CERT Train-the-Trainer course delivery. The local jurisdiction is required to contract with at least two instructors from FEMA’s CERT instructor cadre.

State CERT Offices can vet and approve State CERT Trainers and State CERT Train-the-Trainer Deliveries. State deliveries are not available in every state, and the frequency will differ depending on the state. To find out more about State approved CERT Train-the-Trainer course deliveries, please check with your State CERT Administrator.