If I take the training sessions do I have to join the team?
No, The CERT training course is open to the public! The training is offered by FEMA to
teach common people how to be ready in emergency situations.
How long till the training expires?
The training for CERT will never expire, that is something you will carry with you the rest of
your life. You can though take the course again to refresh yourself.
If I train for the North Arlington CERT can I move to another CERT team?
Once trained that certifies you for life to go to any CERT team available to you.
If I joined the team how do I get deployed?
The CERT members are contacted in a few ways...
1. eDispatch which is the same way NAVES and Fire Dept get dispatched. It sends an alert direct to your phone
that you can listen to or read.
2. Email which is primarily used for Pre-Planned events
How can I join the team?
This is simple Click Here for the appliaction page which will give you more instructions
How can I help CERT without joining?
The North Arlington CERT team has a limited budget from the town monetary non tax-delectable donations can be made HERE
You can also donate equipment that you think could be useful to us just email us at nacert@verizon.net and we can arrange pick up or drop off, which ever is more convenient for you!
If you have any questions unanswered you can contact us HERE.
No, The CERT training course is open to the public! The training is offered by FEMA to
teach common people how to be ready in emergency situations.
How long till the training expires?
The training for CERT will never expire, that is something you will carry with you the rest of
your life. You can though take the course again to refresh yourself.
If I train for the North Arlington CERT can I move to another CERT team?
Once trained that certifies you for life to go to any CERT team available to you.
If I joined the team how do I get deployed?
The CERT members are contacted in a few ways...
1. eDispatch which is the same way NAVES and Fire Dept get dispatched. It sends an alert direct to your phone
that you can listen to or read.
2. Email which is primarily used for Pre-Planned events
How can I join the team?
This is simple Click Here for the appliaction page which will give you more instructions
How can I help CERT without joining?
The North Arlington CERT team has a limited budget from the town monetary non tax-delectable donations can be made HERE
You can also donate equipment that you think could be useful to us just email us at nacert@verizon.net and we can arrange pick up or drop off, which ever is more convenient for you!
If you have any questions unanswered you can contact us HERE.