The City of Dallas Office of Emergency Management & Crisis Response is offering a free Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Basic Training course taught entirely in Spanish. This comprehensive training is designed to equip Spanish-speaking residents with the necessary skills and knowledge to confidently respond to emergencies and enhance community resilience.
The course aims to remove language barriers, ensuring that more Dallas residents are prepared to protect themselves, their families, and their neighborhoods during times of crisis. Participants in the CERT program will learn critical emergency response skills, including:
- Basic disaster preparedness
- First aid and fire safety
- Light search and rescue operations
- A hands-on disaster exercise on the final day
Upon successful completion of all sessions, participants will receive a certificate of completion. This training is ideal for individuals interested in improving their emergency preparedness, contributing to community safety, and participating in disaster response efforts.
Course Details:
Dates & Times:
- Saturday, May 3, 2025: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Saturday, May 10, 2025: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Saturday, May 17, 2025: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Location: Dallas Fire-Rescue Training Academy 5000 Dolphin Road Dallas, TX 75223
Registration Deadline: May 1, 2025
Interested individuals are encouraged to register by the deadline to secure their spot in this valuable course.
For more information and to register, please visit dallascert.com or contact Laura Sifuentes at 214-864-1647.
