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Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT)
The CERT program is designed to educate community members about disaster preparedness and train them with basic disaster response skills to help assist neighbors and other members of the community following a disaster.
CERT is a nationally supported initiative, organized by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Locally, the Alameda County Fire Department will serve as the lead coordinator for Dublin’s CERT Program.
About the Program
CERT programs are traditionally conducted in-person during several classes with one additional “hands-on” skills class. However, in-person classes this year are being conducted virtually, with the “hands-on” skills class to be taught in person at a later date.
The program will train you on basic disaster response skills including:
- Emergency Preparation
- Team Organization
- Medical Operations
- Fire Safety
- Utility Control
- Search and Rescue (Light)
- Disaster Psychology
How to Participate
Residents who want to participate can register with the Alameda County Fire Department at www.ACFDCERT.eventbrite.com.
2025 Dublin CERT Academy
Alameda County Fire Department (ACFD) is offering an opportunity to participate in the Dublin Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training academy. Participants will complete 20 hours of CERT training on Thursday evening (March 20th), and two consecutive Saturdays (March 22nd and March 25th). CERT training will include both classroom instruction and hands-on training.
Class registration is free and open to community members who are 18 years old or older. Teenagers between 14 to 17 year old may participate in the training if accompanied by a parent/guardian.
Register HERE if you are interested in attending the 2025 Dublin CERT Academy. Flyer is below.
If you would like to be placed on the waitlist for a future CERT Cohort, please email Jill Dutchover, Alameda County Fire Department, CERT Program Coordinator.
Other Resources
- CERT Basic Training Participant Manual (PDF)
- Pre-Requisite Online Course--IS 317: Introduction to CERT (LINK)
CERT Contacts
- Jill Dutchover, Alameda County Fire Department, CERT Program Coordinator
- Jordan Foss, City of Dublin, Emergency Operations Coordinator
