BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//PrepareDE - ECPv6.16.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://preparede.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for PrepareDE REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T120000 DTSTAMP:20260524T182136 CREATED:20260325T185937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T185937Z UID:3703-1777708800-1777723200@preparede.org SUMMARY:Sussex County Advanced Quarterly CERT Training - Emergency Communications DESCRIPTION:Listen\n \n Emergency communications training with a focus on radio communications. Learn about the basic operations of radio communication and its usefulness in different scenarios\, from a licensed radio operator. This training will cover the importance of radio communication and its every day practical uses for families and individuals. Additionally\, participants will learn of the many applications and functions of radio communication during a disaster scenario. From everyday life to full blown emergency situations\, this training will cover practical and useful trainings and tips that you can start practicing immediately! \n\n\n\nThe training will be held in the Sussex County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and end in a short tour of the facility. This course is intended for CERT members looking to gather a better overall understanding of radio and emergency communications. \nTo register\, contact your county CERT sponsor. URL:https://preparede.org/event/advanced-cert-training-emergency-communications-2/ LOCATION:Sussex County Emergency Operations Center\, 21911 Rudder Lane\, Georgetown\, 19947\, United States CATEGORIES:CERT Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://preparede.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/CERT-Homepage-banner-2-e1769613718772.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T180000 DTSTAMP:20260524T182136 CREATED:20260318T173027Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T173027Z UID:3622-1777190400-1777226400@preparede.org SUMMARY:CERT Basic Training - Classroom Session (Day 3) DESCRIPTION:Listen\n \n \nThe purpose of this training is to enable individuals to safely respond to help themselves and those around them in a disaster when professional responders are not immediately available. This 18 – 23 hour training combines classroom and hands-on activities to provide critical basic skills in emergency preparedness and response. \nTo register\, complete the CERT registration application here. Once  you have registered\, a sponsor for your area will contact you for class registration. If you would like to contact your local CERT Sponsor directly\, please visit our list of CERT Sponsors. URL:https://preparede.org/event/cert-basic-training-classroom-session-march-2-2-2/ LOCATION:Sussex County Emergency Operations Center\, 21911 Rudder Lane\, Georgetown\, 19947\, United States CATEGORIES:CERT Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T180000 DTSTAMP:20260524T182136 CREATED:20260318T172956Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T172956Z UID:3620-1777104000-1777140000@preparede.org SUMMARY:CERT Basic Training - Classroom Session (Day 2) DESCRIPTION:Listen\n \n \nThe purpose of this training is to enable individuals to safely respond to help themselves and those around them in a disaster when professional responders are not immediately available. This 18 – 23 hour training combines classroom and hands-on activities to provide critical basic skills in emergency preparedness and response. \nTo register\, complete the CERT registration application here. Once  you have registered\, a sponsor for your area will contact you for class registration. If you would like to contact your local CERT Sponsor directly\, please visit our list of CERT Sponsors. URL:https://preparede.org/event/cert-basic-training-classroom-session-march-2-2/ LOCATION:Sussex County Emergency Operations Center\, 21911 Rudder Lane\, Georgetown\, 19947\, United States CATEGORIES:CERT Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T210000 DTSTAMP:20260524T182136 CREATED:20260318T172806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T172806Z UID:3616-1777053600-1777064400@preparede.org SUMMARY:CERT Basic Training - Classroom Session (Day 1) DESCRIPTION:Listen\n \n \nThe purpose of this training is to enable individuals to safely respond to help themselves and those around them in a disaster when professional responders are not immediately available. This 18 – 23 hour training combines classroom and hands-on activities to provide critical basic skills in emergency preparedness and response. \nTo register\, complete the CERT registration application here. Once  you have registered\, a sponsor for your area will contact you for class registration. If you would like to contact your local CERT Sponsor directly\, please visit our list of CERT Sponsors. URL:https://preparede.org/event/cert-basic-training-classroom-session-march-2/ LOCATION:Sussex County Emergency Operations Center\, 21911 Rudder Lane\, Georgetown\, 19947\, United States CATEGORIES:CERT Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T163000 DTSTAMP:20260524T182136 CREATED:20260318T172008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T172008Z UID:3611-1776241800-1776270600@preparede.org SUMMARY:ICS 200: Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response DESCRIPTION:Listen\n \n \nICS 200 introduces personnel to essential supervisory responsibilities within the Incident Command System (ICS). The course builds on ICS 100 by reviewing core ICS principles\, leadership roles\, and organizational structure\, and explains how ICS operates within NIMS to support effective\, coordinated incident management. \nUpon successful completion\, you will be able to: \n\nIdentify key ICS roles\, organizational components\, and management\ncharacteristics\nExplain delegation of authority\, management by objectives\, and command\ntransitions\nApply ICS principles to manage incidents\, briefings\, and operations\n\nThis course is intended for supervisory-level personnel involved in emergency planning\, response\, or recovery across all disciplines\, including fire\, law enforcement\, EMS\, public works\, healthcare\, education\, and other government or partner agencies or Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) members looking for better understanding of the Incident Command Structure. \nAll training and course materials are provided at no cost to participants or their agencies. Travel\, accommodations\, and meals are the responsibility of the attendee. \nParticipants must register through the Delaware Learning Center (DLC) or reach out directly to your CERT Sponsor. \nTo attend the course\, participants must submit prerequisite completion certificates to training.dema@delaware.gov. URL:https://preparede.org/event/ics-200-basic-incident-command-system-for-initial-response-2/ LOCATION:165 Brick Store Landing Road\, Smyrna\, DE 19977\, 165 Brick Store Landing Road\, Smyrna\, DE\, 19977\, United States CATEGORIES:CERT Training,DEMA ICS Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T163000 DTSTAMP:20260524T182136 CREATED:20260318T171344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T171553Z UID:3609-1775550600-1775579400@preparede.org SUMMARY:ICS 100/700: Introduction to the National Incident Management System and Incident Command System Combined Course DESCRIPTION:Listen\n \n \nThis condensed course provides and introduction to the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and the Incident Management System (ICS). Participants will learn the basic structure and principles of ICS and how NIMS guides incident coordination across agencies. \nUpon successful completion\, you will be able to: \n\nDescribe key NIMS concepts and the purpose of ICS.\nIdentify basic ICS roles and management characteristics.\nRecognize how ICS\, EOCs\, JIS\, and MAC Groups work together during incidents.\n\nThe intended audience(s) are personnel involved with emergency planning\, response\, or recovery efforts or Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) members looking for better understanding of the Incident Command Structure. All training and course materials are provided at no cost to participants or their agencies. Travel\, accommodations\, and meals are the responsibility of the attendee. \nParticipants must register directly through the Delaware Learning Center (DLC) or reach out directly to your CERT Sponsor. URL:https://preparede.org/event/ics-100-700-introduction-to-the-national-incident-management-system-and-incident-command-system-combined-course-2/ LOCATION:165 Brick Store Landing Road\, Smyrna\, DE 19977\, 165 Brick Store Landing Road\, Smyrna\, DE\, 19977\, United States CATEGORIES:CERT Training,DEMA ICS Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T180000 DTSTAMP:20260524T182136 CREATED:20260130T144642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T144654Z UID:3124-1773478800-1773511200@preparede.org SUMMARY:CERT Basic Training - Classroom Session DESCRIPTION:Listen\n \n \nThe purpose of this training is to enable individuals to safely respond to help themselves and those around them in a disaster when professional responders are not immediately available. This 18 – 20 hour training combines classroom and hands-on activities to provide critical basic skills in emergency preparedness and response. \nTo register\, complete the CERT registration application here. Once  you have registered\, a sponsor for your area will contact you for class registration. If you would like to contact your local CERT Sponsor directly\, please visit our list of CERT Sponsors. URL:https://preparede.org/event/cert-basic-training-classroom-session-march/ LOCATION:Newark Senior Center\, 200 Whire Chapel Drive\, Newark\, DE\, 19713\, United States CATEGORIES:CERT Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T180000 DTSTAMP:20260524T182136 CREATED:20260130T144613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T144613Z UID:3121-1772874000-1772906400@preparede.org SUMMARY:CERT Basic Training - Classroom Session DESCRIPTION:Listen\n \n \nThe purpose of this training is to enable individuals to safely respond to help themselves and those around them in a disaster when professional responders are not immediately available. This 18 – 20 hour training combines classroom and hands-on activities to provide critical basic skills in emergency preparedness and response. \nTo register\, complete the CERT registration application here. Once  you have registered\, a sponsor for your area will contact you for class registration. If you would like to contact your local CERT Sponsor directly\, please visit our list of CERT Sponsors. URL:https://preparede.org/event/cert-basic-training-classroom-session/ LOCATION:Newark Senior Center\, 200 Whire Chapel Drive\, Newark\, DE\, 19713\, United States CATEGORIES:CERT Training END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR