Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
NEMI-0307
Organization's ID:
ELK0419
Organization:
National Emergency Training Center (EMI)
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
1 Day
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Credit is not recommended for this course. The course material and assessments do not meet the requirements for postsecondary alignment.
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to train a variety of participants in sheltering practices and techniques. The course is designed for use with its companion piece, the publication FEMA P-785 Shelter Field Guide, which was specifically developed to be a tool for non-traditional sheltering organizations.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Identify the 7 different roles involved in sheltering
  • Explain the resources available to shelters
  • Use the Shelter Field Guide to open, operate and close a shelter
  • Prepare for shelter operations

General Topics:

  • Opening a shelter
  • Operating a shelter
  • Closing a shelter
  • Shelter preparedness
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Classroom Exercise
  • Discussion
  • Lectures

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations

Minimum Passing Score:

75%
Supplemental Materials