Hybrid CERT Basic Training - Online Lecture portion
2026-01-01 - 2027-01-01 | Self-Paced/Online
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This free, flexible version is a FEMA approved alternative 2-part delivery method teaching all elements of the standard CERT Basic Training course by blending self-paced online lessons (around 12 hours) with essential in-person, hands-on practical skills sessions (about 16 hours). Made available by the University of Utah and the National CERT Association and your local CERT Sponsor.
This self-paced online courses covers CERT foundational knowledge through multimedia learning experience; videos, virtual reality simulations, audio voice over, interactive knowledge checks, live IT, and more.
To 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.

Sussex County Hybrid CERT - Practical Skills Training (Day 1)
2026-06-06 08:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Sussex County Emergency Operations Center, 21911 Rudder Lane, Georgetown, 19947, United States
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The Practical Skills Training is the second part of the 2-part learning experience covering 70 required CERT skills. This training is only for enrolled Hybrid CERT Basic Training students to obtain their CERT certification. Conducted by local CERT Sponsors, the training is open to all Hybrid CERT students who have completed or will complete all of the online CERT training courses prior to attending the Practical Skills Training.
This is a very energizing, activity-based training with minimal lecture focused on hands-on learning and practicing the 70 essential CERT skills including emergency medical, small fire control, and basic search and rescue techniques, among others, culminating with a disaster exercise drill.
To register for Part 1: Online CERT Basic Training courses please complete the DE CERT Application or contact your local CERT Sponsor.
To register for the Part 2 Training, please contact your local CERT Sponsor.

Sussex County Hybrid CERT - Practical Skills Training (Day 2)
2026-06-07 08:00 - 18:00 | Sussex County Emergency Operations Center, 21911 Rudder Lane, Georgetown, 19947, United States
