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course descriptions
FEM 143-Tribal Governments and
Emergency Management (1)
Provides participants the basic knowledge to build
effective partnerships with tribal governments
and work in concert with tribal governments
to protect native people and property against
all types of hazards. Throughout this course,
tribal representatives speak about their history,
culture, and way of life, and how to develop good
relationships with tribal communities. Several lessons
are devoted to specific program challenges that
individuals may encounter in working with tribal
governments to provide financial and technical
assistance through disaster relief programs.
FEM 144-Environmental and
Historic Preservation (1)
Provides students with the background and
practical knowledge needed to participate in
FEMA's environmental and historic review process.
The course will also cover how the environmental/
historic preservation review process applies to
various job responsibilities within FEMA's programs.
FEM 146-Radiological Emergency
Preparedness (REP) (1)
Provides an understanding of FEMA's Radiological
Emergency Preparedness (REP) planning and
preparedness procedures. Introduces the
regulatory basis, philosophy, and methodology
of exercise evaluation and an evaluator's role
in the process. Describes the responsibilities
of an evaluator before, during, and after an
exercise. Explores the six evaluation areas that
are examined during exercise evaluation.
FEM 150-Incident Command System (ICS) (1)
Describes the history, features, principles, and
organizational structure of the Incident Command
System (ICS). It also explains the relationship
between the Incident Command System (ICS) and
the National Incident Management System (NIMS).
Additionally, it provides training on and resources
for personnel who are likely to assume a supervisory
position within the Incident Command System (ICS).
FEM 151-National Incident
Management System (NIMS) (1)
Provides a comprehensive understanding of
the National Incident Management System
(NIMS); purpose, principles, key components
and benefits, in conjunction with the Incident
Command System (ICS). Provides specific
instruction as to the Planning, Public Information
and Resource Management functions of NIMS.
FEM 155-Emergency Radiological
Response Transportation (1)
Provides an understanding of radiological basics
and biological effects from radiation exposure.
Details a comprehensive introduction into
potential hazards and mitigation procedures
in resolving Radiological Transportation
related incidents including radioactive product
packaging and containment, survey instruments,
decontamination and disposal modalities.
FEM 156-Emergency Planning for Schools (1)
Describes methods utilized to assess potential
hazards that schools may face. Provides a
comprehensive understanding of emergency
management operations utilizing the Incident
Command System (ICS) detailing roles and
responsibilities in the school setting. Explains how
to develop and test an Emergency Operations
Plan that addresses potential hazards.
FEM 157-Hazard Mitigation (1)
Explains how to develop community support,
identify potential hazards, assess risk, and utilize
outside agency assistance with mitigation planning.
Details the economic impact to communities that
suffer disasters resulting in the need to address risk
through the development and implementation of
a Hazard Mitigation plan. Presents actual examples
of successful hazard mitigation planning.
FEM 158-Protecting Your Home and
Small Business from Disaster (1)
Presents in a non-technical format specific protective
measures that can reduce the negative consequences
of disasters upon homes or small businesses.
FEM 159-National Response
Framework (NRF) (1)
Introduces students to the concepts and principles of
the National Response Framework (NRF). Explores the
roles and responsibilities of entities as specified in the
NRF and the actions that support national response.
Provides instruction on the NRF structures for
implementing national-level policy and operational
coordination for domestic incident response.
FEM 161-Emergency Operation
Center (EOC) (1)
Describes the role, design, and functions of
Emergency Operations Centers and their relationships
as components of a multi-agency coordination
system. The course contains disaster related
examples, activities and case studies that relate to
EOC’s and multi-agency coordination systems at
the local, state and federal levels of government.
FEM 170-Mitigation Grants Management (1)
Provides students with the basic knowledge
about using the web-based Mitigation Electronic
Grants (eGrants) Management System. Introduces
the functions of the applicant and subapplicant
and focuses on administration, application, and
monitoring aspects of the eGrants system.
FEM 171-NIMS Communications (1)
Provides students with the basic knowledge
about the primary functions of the NIMS multi-
agency coordination systems, communication and
information management and intrastate mutual aid.
FEM 173-Continuity of
Operations Planning (1)
Provides a brief overview of continuity, including its
definition, the legal basis for continuity planning,
the Continuity Program Management Cycle, and
essential elements of a viable continuity program.
Describes the Continuity Management Cycle, how
it should be used to develop sound continuity of
operations plans, and the roles and responsibilities
of the Continuity Program Manager and other key
players. Identifies the unique aspects of designing
a continuity exercise. This course is for students
seeking additional instruction and practice in
Continuity of Operations Planning (COOP) as
prescribed in Federal Continuity Directive (FCD) 1.
FEM 174-Federal Disaster Assistance (1)
Explores the full spectrum of the Points of
Distribution (POD) mission during response
operations. Introduces students to key Mission
Assignment (MA) concepts and provides knowledge
needed to carry out MA processing responsibilities.
Examines the Public Assistance Program and
the process applicants follow to receive grant
funding assistance in the aftermath of a disaster.
FEM 176-Continuity of Operations
Planning for Pandemics Exercise (1)
Introduces students to the characteristics of a
pandemic influenza, the effects on every facet
of society and the steps to minimize the effects.
Covers fundamental continuity principles and
processes with a pandemic focus. Describes
strategies for social distancing and special
protection for first responders, healthcare personnel,
and other daily contact with the public.
FEM 179-Emergency
Management Recovery (1)
Rapid and effective damage assessments save
lives, protect property and the environment, and
begin the process of recovery and mitigation. This
course allows participants to discover planning
techniques and resources for an effective damage
assessment program. Topics covered include risk
and vulnerability assessments, the benefits of the
Unified Hazard Mitigation Assistance grant programs
and application procedures, and prepares students
to conduct risk assessments using the FEMA 452
and FEMA 455 Rapid Visual Screening for Buildings.
FEM 180-Planning for Vulnerable
Populations (1)
Introduces students to the concepts, methods, and
principles of emergency planning for children in
disasters. Explores public and private guidance for
implementing children’s preparedness, response,
recovery, and mitigation programs. Examines
the unique needs that arise among children
as a result of a disaster and/or emergency.