CERT Program Topics

Class 1: Disaster Preparedness

Class 2: CERT Organization & Disaster Psychology

Class 3: Disaster Medical Operations 1 & 2, Light Search and Rescue

Class 4: Fire Suppression/Utility Control & Fire Department Operations

Class 5: Terrorism Awareness & Lifeguard Operations 

Class 6: Graduation / Disaster Simulation

Our Hybrid CERT program allows participants to complete approximately 16 hours of online course instruction at their own pace, offering flexibility to fit the training into individual schedules. The online portion covers essential disaster preparedness, emergency response techniques, and safety protocols, ensuring participants gain foundational knowledge before attending the hands-on component. After finishing the online training, participants will join us for approximately 14 hours, or two days, of in-person instruction, where they will work directly with our experienced NBFD Firefighters to practice critical skills such as fire suppression, light search and rescue, disaster medical operations, and team organization. This blend of online learning and in-person practice provides an efficient and comprehensive way to become a fully trained CERT volunteer, with upcoming trainings offering the perfect opportunity to apply learned skills in a real-world setting.

You must use the following two links below and choose a program to complete. You will create your own account and register on their websites to take the hybrid course.

*The hybrid CERT Basic Curriculum and is available in English, Spanish and Mandarin.

Hybrid Options through California Specialized Institute or University of UTAH Online

California Specialized Training Institute (CSTI)

University of UTAH

*Once you have completed the online CERT program from one of the options above, you will need to email your course certificated to nbcert@nbfd.net to get registered for an upcoming in person skills day. 

David Gibson

Fire Services Coordinator (CERT, Community Relations) 

949-644-3112 | nbcert@nbfd.net