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CERT Initial and Continuing Training CERT trains citizens to provide initial assistance to their families, neighbors, and community during medical emergencies and disasters until professional emergency personnel arrive. Any Villages resident may become a volunteer member regardless of previous back, training, or experience. The training, is funded by Homeland Security and developed by the Federal …

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Continuing Training Because CERT is a volunteer organization dealing with emergency situations, our members must keep their response skills properly maintained. We do this through periodic refresher training, participation in CERT meetings, and support of community activities. There are multiple opportunities to accommodate full-time and seasonal residents. Yearly Training Requirements Professional Development Series (1 of …

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CERT Initial Training The CERT Basic course consists of thirty six hours of instruction, twice a week for 6 weeks. Each of the 12 class sessions is three hours every Monday and Friday morning from 9:00 to 12:00 noon. There are typically two training courses per year, one in February and one in October. Upon …

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