The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program was established after the September 11 terrorist attacks and is designed to encourage citizens and communities to be diligent in their awareness of emergency preparedness. CERT training is a program designed to give ordinary citizens the knowledge and basic equipment needed to care for themselves, their families and their community following a disaster or terrorist act.
Following a major disaster, first responders, such as police, fire fighters, paramedics and even public utility providers, may not be able to meet the demands for public service. Individual neighbors may have to rely on each other for immediate life-saving and life-sustaining needs.
The program has eight topics covering:
The training concludes with a live disaster simulation were students are given the opportunity to put their skill to work.
For more information about the program, visit the Meramec Valley Citizen Corps website.
To find upcoming classes please contact the St Louis Community College Continuing Education department at 314-984-7777.
