Another opportunity for a CERT class September 23, 2026

Do you live in Kenmore or Lake Forest Park or didn't register in time for the Shoreline CERT class, the Northshore Emergency Management Coalition (NEMCo) is pleased to offer the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Basic Training beginning Wednesday, September 23, 2026.

This free, seven‑week course equips any community member with practical skills to prepare for emergencies, disasters, and other incidents. No prior training or experience is required. CERT is designed for people of all ages and backgrounds.

Classes are taught by trained CERT instructors in Fire Safety, Basic First Aid, Disaster Medical Operations, Light Search & Rescue, Utility Management, and overall preparedness. Regardless of age, background, experience, or capabilities, there is something everyone can do to help themselves, their families, and their community.

The program features interactive, easy‑to‑follow lessons with hands‑on practice, culminating in a realistic disaster simulation to apply new skills with confidence.

Course Details
Dates:

• Weekly: Wednesday evenings, September 23rd to November 4th
• Final Exercise: Saturday, November 7th

Time:

• Wednesdays: 6:00 – 9:00pm
• Final Exercise: Saturday 8:00am – 4:00pm

Location: 

• Kenmore, Shoreline Fire Station 51, 7220 NE 181st Street Kenmore, WA 98028

Cost: Free
Registration: Sign up online at bit.ly/4bJI3S3

For more information, contact: 

• Robin McKenzie, NEMCo Volunteer
• NEMCo.outreach@gmail.com

Additional CERT resources available at 

• NorthshoreEMC.com or 
• CERT 

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CERT Basic Training free course begins September 23, 2026

The Northshore Emergency Management Coalition (NEMCo) is pleased to offer the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Basic Training beginning Wednesday, September 23rd.

This free, seven‑week course equips any community member with practical skills to prepare for emergencies, disasters, and other incidents. No prior training or experience is required. CERT is designed for people of all ages and backgrounds.

Classes are taught by trained CERT instructors in Fire Safety, Basic First Aid, Disaster Medical Operations, Light Search & Rescue, Utility Management, and overall preparedness.

Regardless of age, background, experience, or capabilities, there is something everyone can do to help themselves, their families, and their community.

The program features interactive, easy‑to‑follow lessons with hands‑on practice, culminating in a realistic disaster simulation to apply new skills with confidence.

Course Details

Dates:

• Weekly: Wednesday evenings, September 23rd to November 4, 2026
• Final Exercise: Saturday, November 7th

Time:

• Wednesdays: 6:00 – 9:00pm
• Final Exercise: Saturday 8:00am – 4:00pm

Location: Kenmore, Fire Station 51, 7220 NE 181st Street Kenmore, WA 98028

Cost: Free

Registration: Sign up online

For more information, contact: Robin McKenzie, NEMCo Volunteer NEMCo.outreach@gmail.com

Additional CERT resources available at:

• NorthshoreEMC.com
• Community Emergency Response Team

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City of Shoreline Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program returns with class October 18, 2026

We’re excited to announce the return of the City of Shoreline Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program! After a pause, we are relaunching CERT with a brand‑new class, and we’d love for community members to join us and help build a more prepared and resilient Shoreline.

CERT Basics

• Date: Friday, October 16, 2026 - Sunday, October 18, 2026
• Time: 8:00am - 5:00pm
• Location: City of Shoreline 
• Council Chambers 17500 Midvale Ave N, Shoreline WA 98133
• Cost: FREE
• Register here

What is CERT?

The Community Emergency Response Team program trains community members in basic disaster response skills so they can safely assist themselves, their families, and their neighbors during emergencies. CERT volunteers play an important role in strengthening community preparedness and supporting response efforts when professional help may be delayed.

CERT training includes:

• Preparedness and emergency planning
• Fire safety and extinguishing small fire
• Disaster medical operations
• Light search and rescueDisaster Psychology
• Radio Communications
• Team organization

Participants are welcome to take this training for their own personal preparedness and general knowledge, or they may choose to stay involved and join the CERT team. Those who join the team will become City volunteers and may be called upon to support the community if city services are disrupted or during significant emergencies.

Our upcoming CERT class will be the first of the program’s return, and we’re looking forward to welcoming both new participants and past CERT members who would like to refresh their skills.

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NEMCo graduates another CERT class

More members of your community have taken the NEMCo class
Photo by Robin Mckenzie

The Northshore Emergency Management Coalition (NEMCo) has graduated another class in Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training. This program's primary focus is on keeping volunteer responders safe during an emergency.

There have been studies done of disaster responses and how people react. It is in our nature to want to help people during an emergency. Our desire to respond sometimes clouds our vision so we don't see the danger. 

Have you ever pulled the pin on a fire extinguisher?
NEMCo CERT training includes a live fire exercise
Photo by Robin Mckenzie

All too often, it is the untrained person who just wants to help who gets injured, or worse.

We know that during a disaster, our local emergency services could be overwhelmed. It might be days before professional help arrives. The CERT Program was developed to help people understand the hazards of responding, and give them some knowledge and tools so they can respond safely.

A collapsed structure with someone trapped is simulated in this NEMCo CERT exercise
Drone photo by Chase Boyd

NEMCo teaches a CERT class twice a year at Fire Station 51 in Kenmore. Registration will start in late summer for the NEMCo fall program. It's a free class that consists of 24 hours of instruction. 

Part of NEMCo CERT training involves going into a dark, unfamiliar building to search for survivors Photo by Robin Mckenzie

In the spring, we offer the course in three 8-hour classes taught on weekends. In the fall, we offer eight 3-hour classes taught in the evening. Check out our website at northshoreemc.org for info.

--Patrick Ducey

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NEMCo offers 3-day CERT Basic Training course starting April 25, 2026

The Northshore Emergency Management Coalition (NEMCo) is pleased to offer the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Basic Training, beginning Saturday, April 25, 2026.

This free, three‑day course equips community members with practical skills to prepare for emergencies, disasters, and other incidents. No prior experience is required, CERT is designed for people of all ages and backgrounds.

Classes are presented by trained CERT instructors in the areas of Fire Safety, Basic First Aid, Disaster Medical Operations, Light Search & Rescue, Utility Management, and overall preparedness. Regardless of your age, background, experience or capabilities, there is something you can do to help yourself, your family and your community.

The program features interactive, easy-to-follow lessons with hands-on practice, culminating in a realistic disaster simulation to apply your new skills with confidence.

Course Details

Class: Community CERT Basic Program

Dates: 

• Saturday, April 25
• Sunday, April 26
• Saturday, May 2

Time: 8:00am - 5:00pm

Location: Kenmore, Fire Station 51 7220 NE 181st Street Kenmore, WA 98028

Cost: Free

Registration Sign up online here

Additional resources: CERT Class,

For more information, contact Kevin Lowery, Emergency Manager at klowery@cityoflfp.gov or visit www.NorthshoreEMC.com.

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Spaces available in Community CERT Program

NEMCo has advised that there are still some spaces left in their emergency preparedness class, starting next week.

Class: Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Program

• Dates: Thursday nights, September 12 through October 24, 2024 with the simulation on Saturday, October 26th
• Cost: Free
• Time: 6:00pm - 9:00pm
• Location: Kenmore, Fire Station 51 7220 NE 181st Street Kenmore, WA 98028
• Online Sign Up/ Registration: bit.ly/3I8fnBU
• For additional information on this CERT Class,
• Contact us at: nemco.outreach@gmail.com

For additional information about NEMCo, please check out our website: www.northshoreEMC.com.

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Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training starts on Thursday, September 12, 2024

The Northshore Emergency Management Coalition (NEMCo) is pleased to announce the next Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training starts on Thursday, September 12, 2024.

The CERT basic curriculum teaches community residents how to prepare themselves, their families and neighbors for an emergency, disaster or other community incident. 

Regardless of your age, background, experience or capabilities, there is something you can do to help yourself, your family and your community. 

Classes are presented by trained CERT instructors in the areas of Fire Safety, Basic First Aid, Disaster Medical Operations, Light Search & Rescue, Utility Management, and overall preparedness.

CERT is for everyone! 

Topics are presented in an easy-to-understand, step-by-step process, with hands-on training to build your knowledge and skills. After some class practice, you and your classmates will participate in a disaster simulation to give you the opportunity to apply what you have learned and build confidence in your new skills and abilities.

The CERT course will be in a seven-week format:

• Dates: Thursday nights, September 12 through October 24, 2024 with the simulation on Saturday, October 26, 2024
• Cost: Free
• Time: 6:00pm to 9:00pm
• Location: Northshore Fire Department Station 51, 7220 NE 181st Street Kenmore, WA
• Online Registration: bit.ly/3I8fnBU
• For additional information on this CERT Class,
• Contact us: nemco.outreach@gmail.com

After completing this CERT course, the opportunities do not end. 

Join us at NEMCo to become one of our CERT volunteers or community members who serve our Northshore community, police, and fire departments throughout the year by participating at community events and so much more. 

NEMCo also offers additional training in GMRS Emergency Radio Communications, amateur radio (ham) communications, Emergency Operations Center management, and its drone program, along with more specialized member training through our monthly training program.

For additional information about NEMCo, please check out our website: www.northshoreEMC.com.

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NEMCo Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program starts March 28, 2024

The Northshore Emergency Management Coalition (NEMCo) is announcing the second of four Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) programs for 2024!

The CERT basic curriculum teaches community residents how to prepare themselves, their families and neighbors for an emergency, disaster or other community incident. 

Regardless of your age, background, experience or capabilities, there is something you can do to help yourself, your family and your community. 

Classes are presented by trained CERT instructors in the areas of Fire Safety, Basic First Aid, Disaster Medical Operations, Light Search & Rescue, Utility Management, and overall preparedness.

CERT is for everyone! Topics are presented in an easy-to-understand, step-by-step process, with hands-on training to build your knowledge and skills. 

After some class practice, you and your classmates will participate in a disaster simulation to give you the opportunity to apply what you have learned and build confidence in your new skills and abilities.

The CERT course will be in a seven-week format:

• Dates: Thursday nights, March 28 through May 9, 2024 with the simulation on May 18
• Time: 6:00pm to 9:00pm
• Location: Northshore Fire Department Station 51, 7220 NE 181st Street Kenmore, WA

Sign up here or use the QR code in the flyer

After completing this CERT course, the opportunities do not end. 

Join us at NEMCo to become one of our CERT or community members who serve our Northshore community, police, and fire departments throughout the year by participating at community events and so much more. 

NEMCo also offers additional training in GMRS Emergency Radio Communications, amateur radio (ham) communications, Emergency Operations Center management, its drone program, and teaches additional emergency skill sets with more specialized member training through our monthly training program.

For additional information about NEMCo, please check out our website.

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Shoreline CERT knows how to shut off the water

Shoreline Emergency Manager Ryan Zavala
demonstrates how to shut off water at the meter.
Photo by Patrick Ducey

At the regular monthly meeting of the Shoreline Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), we reviewed how to shut off utilities. 

While we normally train for a big disaster, sometimes the disaster is smaller, like a water leak inside your home. We train for those disasters, too.

During the recent cold snap many people found themselves with frozen pipes, or even worse, burst pipes.  A broken water pipe isn't just the inconvenience of no water, but the more expensive problem of water damage and plumbing repair.

While the CERT training doesn't involve fixing a broken pipe, it will teach you how to turn off the water to prevent further damage.

"Knowing how to shut off utilities is part of CERT basic training," said Shoreline Emergency Management Coordinator Ryan Zavala.  

"The CERT program is designed to help our community respond to all disasters."

The City of Shoreline has scheduled two CERT classes for later this year.  Contact the Shoreline Office of Emergency Management for information.

--Patrick Ducey

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NEMCo and the City of Woodinville partner to deliver CERT training

Woodinville CERT class
Photo courtesy NEMCo

By Kevin Lowery – NEMCo Emergency Manager

For the past seven weeks, a group of students have been spending their Thursday evenings taking the FEMA based CERT Basic course at Fire Station 31 in Woodinville. 

While this group of students included residents from throughout the Northshore Region (including cities from Shoreline to Woodinville), it mostly consisted of Woodinville residents learning important disaster preparedness and response information from CERT instructors sponsored by the Northshore Emergency Management Coalition (NEMCo).

The course concluded this past Saturday when the class completed its functional exercise at Fire Station 51 in Kenmore. 

This exercise utilized the Shoreline Fire Department’s training facility to test the new CERT members' ability to perform building searches, medical triage and basic first aid, use lifting and cribbing to removed injured/trapped persons, as well as the use of fire extinguishers to put out small fires that may be encountered after a disaster event.

The completion of this course not only marks the third successful course hosted by NEMCo this year, but it also demonstrates the ideals of neighbors helping neighbors and interagency cooperation. 

It successfully brought neighbors from throughout the region together for a common emergency preparedness goal and utilized resources from the two major regional fire departments in the area, East Side Fire Department and Shoreline Fire Department. 

Building this kind of interagency cooperation prior to a disaster is vital to having an efficient emergency management system when an event occurs. NEMCo and the City of Woodinville are very proud of these graduates and they the dedication to emergency preparedness their class represents.

For more specific information on NEMCo and disaster preparedness, visit our website at NorthshoreEMC.com

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NEMCo offers Community Emergency Response Team training

2020 NEMCo final class

The Northshore Emergency Management Coalition (NEMCo) is conducting a free CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) training class for seven Thursdays, beginning on April 27, from 6:00 to 9:00pm at Fire Station 51, 7220 NE 181st Street, Kenmore. 

Registration is now open to all community members, including teens who will receive community service hours. Please feel free to share this announcement with friends, family, and the community.

The NEMCo CERT Program provides information on local hazards and community training on basic preparedness for events that include earthquakes, windstorms, snow events, floods, landslides, and more. 

Classes are presented by trained CERT community members in the areas of fire safety, basic first aid, disaster medical operations, light search and rescue, utility management, and overall preparedness.

CERT is for everyone! Topics are presented in an easy to understand, step-by-step process, with hands-on training to build your knowledge and skills. 

After a little practice, you will participate in a disaster simulation and the opportunity to use hands-on NEMCo CERT training and apply the skills learned—building confidence in your abilities and what you have learned.

Attendance at all classes is required to receive your CERT certificate.

Register here.

For additional information contact NEMCo by email.

Class Dates: 7 Weeks, Thursday Evenings, 6:00 – 9:00pm; one Saturday

April 27, May 4, May 11, May 18, May 25, June 1, June 8; June 10, Saturday (final exercise), tentatively 8:00am to 1:00pm.

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Waitlist for the NEMCo Community Emergency Response Team Class in March

The Northshore Emergency Management Coalition (NEMCo) is offering a free Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) class on March 4, 5, and 11, 2023 from 8:00am to 5:00pm, at Fire Station 51 in Kenmore 7220 NE 181st Street Kenmore, WA 98028.

While the class is currently full, you may still fill out the application and, if there are any cancelations, they will notify applicants based on the order received. Anyone not able to get into the March class will be notified first when the next class is scheduled.

The CERT Program provides information on local hazards and community training on basic preparedness for events that include earthquakes, windstorms, snow events, floods, landslides and more.

Classes are presented by trained CERT community members in the areas of Fire Safety, Basic First Aid, Disaster Medical Operations, Light Search and Rescue, Utility Management, and overall preparedness.

CERT is for everyone! Topics are presented in an easy to understand, step-by-step process, with hands-on training to build your knowledge and skills.

After a little practice, you and your classmates will participate in a disaster simulation, giving you the opportunity to use the training and apply what you have learned, and building confidence in your abilities.

The class is free and attendance at all three classes is required to receive your certificate.

For more information and to register for the waitlist, please visit the NEMCo announcements page.

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Register now for CERT training class November 12-13, 2022

Over the weekend of November 12, 2022, The Northshore Emergency Management Coalition will be hosting a CERT Basic Training for any interested members of the community. CERT stands for Community Emergency Response Team.

CERT training covers basic skills that are important to know in a disaster when emergency services are not available. With training and practice, and by working as a team, you will be able to protect yourself and maximize your capability to help the greatest number of people after a disaster. 

This course will be held at Fire Station 51 in Kenmore, 7220 NE 181st, Kenmore and will run all day Saturday and Sunday with a follow up practical exercise on Saturday, November 19th at the Bellevue training center. 

The course is free.

Anyone interested in attending this course, can sign up here.   

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City of Shoreline Office of Emergency Management will offer online CERT training

CERT training available in Shoreline

The City of Shoreline Office of Emergency Management will be offering Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training beginning on March 31, 2021.

CERT is a training program used nationwide to help communities prepare for and respond to disasters and is an integral part of the Ready Shoreline program.

While CERT training normally includes both lecture and hands-on training, this session will be offered as a hybrid course with lectures being provided online and practical demonstrations being offered at a later date.

The course consists of eight classes to be held one class per week on Tuesday evenings. Classes will start at 6:30pm.

Participants will receive training in the areas of disaster preparedness, fire suppression, disaster first aid, search and rescue, terrorism awareness and disaster psychology.

Class size is limited so register soon!

If you would like to register for this CERT Basic Training course, go to www.shorelinewa.gov/readyshoreline and click on the CERT Class Sign-Up button.

For more information, contact The Shoreline Office of Emergency Management at soem@shorelinewa.gov

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Free Community Emergency Response Team training opportunity

The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) is an organization of volunteer emergency workers who have received specific training in basic disaster-response skills, with the intent of supplementing existing emergency responders in the event of a major disaster; or, to utilize their skills to assist family members and neighbors.

Following a major disaster, local fire, police, city, and other first responders may not be able to meet the demand for their services. Residents of our community, and visitors, may need to rely on each other for help meeting their immediate life-sustaining needs.

The Northshore Emergency Management Coalition (NEMCo) CERT program will educate participants about local hazards and basic disaster preparedness, and provide hands-on training that includes fire safety, light search and rescue, and disaster medical operations. 

After completing the CERT academy, volunteers will have the opportunity to participate in additional drills and exercises to keep their skills sharp and continue to enhance their knowledge and abilities.

What to expect at the hybrid CERT class

Usually, CERT is taught in person for three-hour sessions spread out over eight weeks, ending with a large, in-person disaster simulation. 

With current COVID restrictions, training has been adapted to a hybrid online/in-person approach: a two-hour online course for eight weeks, plus a single one-day in-person three-hour hands-on skill session. 

Graduates of the class will have the opportunity to participate in a disaster simulation at a later date. The hands-on portion of the class is not a requirement of completion, but it does enhance the training dramatically.

Classes begin online Monday, March 8, 2021 from 6:30 – 8:30pm, and will continue each Monday for eight weeks. The in-person hands-on training day is on Saturday, April 24, from 9:00am to noon, at Northshore Fire Station 51 in Kenmore. 

There is no fee for this class; however, it will fill up quickly so please register soon.

For registration and other information, check out the CERT website.

If you have questions or would like more information, please contact NEMCo Emergency Manager Carl Lunak, at 425-354-1744, or by email. The registration form is available here.

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Shoreline Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Spring Training scheduled for March

The City of Shoreline Office of Emergency Management will be offering Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) basic training in March.

CERT is a training program used nationwide to help communities prepare for and respond to disasters and is an integral part of the Ready Shoreline program.

The training includes lessons in the areas of disaster preparedness, fire extinguisher use, utilities control, disaster first aid, light search and rescue, terrorism awareness and disaster psychology.

There are eight classes that must be completed to graduate the course. At the end of CERT training, a disaster simulation is held to allow participants to practice their skills in a realistic setting. Graduates receive certificates and backpacks with basic CERT gear included.

The spring session schedule is:

CERT Introduction and CERT Organization
Thursday, March 5 - 6:00PM - 9:00PM

Fire and Utilities
Thursday, March 12 - 6:00PM - 9:00PM

Disaster Medical Operations Part 1
Thursday, March 19 - 6:00PM - 9:00PM

Disaster Medical Operations Part 2
Thursday, March 26 - 6:00PM - 9:00PM

Disaster Search and Rescue
Thursday, April 2 - 6:00PM - 9:00PM

Terrorism Awareness and Disaster Psychology

Thursday, April 9 - 6:00PM - 9:00PM

CERT Final Disaster Drill and Graduation
Sunday, April 19 - 1:00PM - 5:00PM

All classes will be held at Shoreline City Hall except the final drill which takes place at the Shoreline Fire Department training facility.

Participants must attend all of the classes to complete the course and graduate.

If you would like to register for the CERT Basic Training course, go to http://www.shorelinewa.gov/readyshoreline and click on the CERT Class Sign Up button.

Class size is limited so register soon!

For more information contact the City of Shoreline Emergency Manager, Jason McMillan at (206) 801-2271 or via email at jmcmillan@shorelinewa.gov

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Fall 2019 CERT Academy begins with a choice between two classes

Are you ready for a major earthquake?

How about another nasty winter storm?

If not, the Northshore Emergency Management Coalition is offering two CERT classes this fall to prepare you with basic disaster response skills.For the fall of 2019 NEMCo will be offering two CERT classes. One “regular” CERT and one TEEN CERT. 

Both will begin on Monday September 9, 2019. The regular class will be held during the day 9:00am  –  Noon and is open to everyone. 

The TEEN CERT will be Monday evenings from 6:30 – 9:30pm with the final disaster simulation for both classes held on Saturday October 26, 2019 9-Noon. 

Registration is now open! Classes do fill up and registration is open to the first 30 students that submit a completed registration form along with the $35 class fee. (Scholarship are available).

NEMCo CERT program will educate participants about local hazards, basic disaster preparedness, and provide hands on training that includes fire safety, light search and rescue, and disaster medical operations. 

After completing the CERT academy, volunteers will have the opportunity to participate in additional drills and exercises to keep their skills sharp and continue to enhance their knowledge and abilities. The Teen class also earns participants valuable community service hours!

For more information on Northshore Emergency Management Coalition CERT program or to be notified of future offerings contact the program manager Carl Lunak at (425) 354-1744, email, or website.

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10 new graduates from Shoreline Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)

CERT trainees learn how to use fire extinguishers

The Shoreline Office of Emergency Management is excited to announce the graduation of 10 new Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) members.

These 10 community members participated in over 24 hours of training, which culminated in putting their skills to the test in a final simulated disaster exercise held at the Shoreline Fire Department Training and Support Facility on April 28, 2019.

CERT trainees help a 'victim' out of a dangerous situation

The full scale exercise included participation by the Shoreline Fire Department and included volunteers from the Shoreline Boy Scouts, previous CERT graduates and the non-profit group, Moulage Mayhem out of Snohomish County who acted as victims of a large earthquake for the CERT team to rescue and provide first aid.

The Shoreline CERT training was led by Shoreline Emergency Manager Jason McMillan and longtime CERT member Pat Ducey who ensured the course covered the required material, while maintaining a positive attitude and making it engaging and fun for all participants.

Trainers check the list of things graduates should demonstrate

There are no special skills or previous experience required to take the CERT training and all residents are encouraged to participate in the program. The course provides participants basic level training in fire and utilities control, disaster first aid, search and rescue and disaster psychology.

Using skills learned in the classroom and during exercises, participants are better prepared to provide assistance to their family, neighborhood, community, and workplace following a disaster. 

Volunteer victims are triaged and treated away from the danger

Additionally, CERT program graduates become eligible to be deployed in the community to assist with large scale emergency and disaster incidents. They may also assist the Shoreline Office of Emergency Management with public education and outreach events.

There is no cost for CERT training and all materials are provided. For more information on the CERT program and to find out about upcoming training opportunities, email or call the Shoreline Office of Emergency Management at 206-801-2700.

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CERT Training class in April - sign up now

CERT graduation class
These are the people who will save you in an emergency
Be one of them

The City of Shoreline Office of Emergency Management will be conducting a spring Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training in April.

CERT is a training program used nationwide to help communities prepare for and respond to disasters and is an integral part of the Ready Shoreline program.

CERT training includes both classroom and “hands-on” training in the areas of home preparedness, fire suppression, first aid, search and rescue, terrorism awareness and disaster psychology.

At the end of CERT training, a disaster simulation is held to allow participants to practice their skills in a realistic setting.

There are seven classes that must be completed to graduate the course. Here is the class schedule:

CERT Introduction and CERT Organization
Tuesday, April 2 6:30PM - 9:00PM

Fire and Utilities
Thursday, April 11 6:30PM - 9:00PM

Disaster Medical Operations
Saturday, April 13 9:00AM - 3:00PM

Disaster Psychology and Terrorism Awareness
Tuesday, April 16 6:30PM - 9:00PM

Disaster Search and Rescue
Saturday, April 20 9:00AM - 3:00PM

Final Exam and Map Your Neighborhood (MYN) Training
Thursday, April 25 6:30PM - 9:00PM

CERT Final Disaster Drill and Graduation
Sunday, April 28 1:30PM - 5:00PM

Anyone over the age of 18 can take this CERT training. If you would like to register for this CERT Basic Training course, go to the Shoreline Office of Emergency Management website HERE. Scroll to the bottom of the page and click on the “CERT” text.

Class size is limited so register soon!

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Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training opportunity announced

The Community Emergency Response Team, or CERT, as it is commonly known, is an organization of volunteer emergency workers who have received specific training in basic disaster response skills with the intent of supplementing existing emergency responders in the event of a major disaster.

Following a major disaster, local fire, medical, police, public works, and other first responders may not be able to meet the demand for their services. Residents and visitors to our community may need to rely on each other for help in order to meet their immediate life sustaining needs.

The Northshore Emergency Management Coalition CERT program educates participants about local hazards, basic disaster preparedness, and provides hands-on training that includes fire safety, light search and rescue, and disaster medical operations.

After completing the CERT academy, volunteers have the opportunity to participate in additional drills and exercises to keep their skills sharp and continue to enhance their knowledge and abilities.

The next CERT academy begins on Monday, January 7, 2019 and runs for seven consecutive Mondays, from 6:30-9:30pm, at Northshore Fire Station 51, 7220 NE 181st Street, Kenmore.

Registration opens approximately 4 weeks prior. Classes fill quickly, and registration is open to the first 30 who submit a completed registration form along with the $35 class fee.

For more information on the Northshore Emergency Management Coalition CERT program, or to be sure to be notified as soon as registration begins, contact the program manager, Carl Lunak, at 425-354-1744 or by email.

The registration form is available here.

For more details, take a look at the flyer.

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