Emergency Management and Volunteer Administration

When planning to support government emergency operations, increase your awareness of the Incident Command System (ICS), the National Incident Management System (NIMS), and the National Response Framework (NRF).

IS-100.C: Introduction to the Incident Command System, ICS 100: ICS 100, Introduction to the Incident Command System, introduces the Incident Command System (ICS) and provides the foundation for higher level ICS training. This course describes the history, features and principles, and organizational structure of the Incident Command System. It also explains the relationship between ICS and the National Incident Management System (NIMS).
 
IS-200.C: Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response, ICS-200: IS200, Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response, reviews the Incident Command System (ICS), provides the context for ICS within initial response, and supports higher level ICS training. This course provides training on, and resources for, personnel who are likely to assume a supervisory position within ICS.  

IS-700.B: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System: This course provides an overview of the National Incident Management System (NIMS). The National Incident Management System defines the comprehensive approach guiding the whole community - all levels of government, nongovernmental organizations (NGO), and the private sector - to work together seamlessly to prevent, protect against, mitigate, respond to, and recover from the effects of incidents. The course provides learners with a basic understanding of NIMS concepts, principles, and components.

IS-800.D: National Response Framework, An Introduction: The goal of the IS-0800.d, National Response Framework, An Introduction, is to provide guidance for the whole community. Within this broad audience, the National Response Framework focuses especially on those who are involved in delivering and applying the response core capabilities, including: Private sector partners, Non-governmental organizations (NGOs), Government officials, Community leaders, Emergency management practitioners, and first responders.

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IS-244.B: Developing and Managing Volunteers: This course is designed to enhance participants' skills in effectively preparing for and managing volunteers in the context of severe emergencies or major disasters. It offers practical strategies for recruiting, assigning, training, supervising, and motivating volunteers, ensuring they are equipped to contribute meaningfully during crises. The course also addresses the unique challenges of working with both spontaneous volunteers and those affiliated with community-based, faith-based, and nongovernmental organizations (NGOs), fostering a comprehensive approach to volunteer management in disaster scenarios.

IS-288.A: The Role of Voluntary Organizations in Emergency Management: This independent study course provides a basic understanding of the history, roles and services of disaster relief voluntary agencies in providing disaster assistance. It is appropriate for both the general public and those involved in emergency management operations.

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