Disaster preparedness
Learn how hazards affect local communities and how to prepare before an emergency occurs.
Practical skills for real situations
Training
CERT training gives volunteers a practical foundation for safe, organized disaster response.
Core training topics
Instruction combines classroom learning with hands-on practice and team exercises.
CERT organization
Understand team structure, decision-making, documentation, and coordination.
Disaster medical operations
Practice basic assessment, triage concepts, and safe care in a disaster setting.
Fire safety
Recognize hazards, understand utility controls, and learn safe fire-suppression principles.
Light search and rescue
Apply size-up, search, and rescue techniques while keeping responder safety first.
Disaster psychology
Recognize stress responses and learn approaches that support survivors and volunteers.
2026 academy schedule
Upcoming training
August 2026 academy
August 20, 21, 25, 27, and 28
November 2026 academy
November 20, 21, and 22
Training is free and open to participants age 16 and older. Contact Menifee CERT to confirm session times and locations.