CERT FAQ's

Read on to find helpful answers to some of the most frequently asked questions regarding CERT Training in Oakland.

Posted: February 9th, 2021 6:40 PM

Last Updated: January 14th, 2022 1:43 PM

Frequently Asked Question	Answer	Additional Information/Resources
I have completed CERT Training with another City or FEMA Sponsored Program. Is my certification valid in Oakland?	Upon receipt of verification of CERT training certification from the issuing agency, and in order to make sure that we are promoting the best and most current practices consistently, previously certified CERT members will be invited to take or participate in a refresher course/workshop where Oaklands CERT Instruction team will provide you with a new/current skills assessment for the City of Oakland. Based on your performance in the refresher course/workshop, you may be invited to re-train with us via the Oakland CERT training or, you may be encouraged to move forward and complete the written portion of the Oakland CERT assessment.	Coming Soon! \| Oakland CERT Reciprocity Agreements Information regarding the availability/schedule of refresher courses and workshops will be posted here for your convenience.
How does CERT training compare to the old "CORE Training" modules?	Click here to see how CORE Modules I, II, and III equate to the FEMA-CERT curriculum.	Click here for related FAQ.

Frequently Asked Question

Answer

Additional Information/Resources

I have completed CERT Training with another City or FEMA Sponsored Program. Is my certification valid in Oakland?

Upon receipt of verification of CERT training certification from the issuing agency, and in order to make sure that we are promoting the best and most current practices consistently, previously certified CERT members will be invited to take or participate in a refresher course/workshop where Oaklands CERT Instruction team will provide you with a new/current skills assessment for the City of Oakland.

Based on your performance in the refresher course/workshop, you may be invited to re-train with us via the Oakland CERT training or, you may be encouraged to move forward and complete the written portion of the Oakland CERT assessment.

Coming Soon! | Oakland CERT Reciprocity Agreements
Information regarding the availability/schedule of refresher courses and workshops will be posted here for your convenience.

How does CERT training compare to the old "CORE Training" modules?

Click here to see how CORE Modules I, II, and III equate to the FEMA-CERT curriculum.

Click here for related FAQ.