Free Community Emergency Response Team Training – Sep 23
August 28 @ 12:00 pm
Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training empowers community members with the skills needed to save lives, reduce injuries, and protect property during emergencies.
On a typical day, emergency responders are highly trained and equipped to handle incidents. However, following a large-scale disaster, first responders may be overwhelmed due to widespread damage, communication failures, or impassable roads. CERT teaches you how to provide emergency assistance safety and effectively until trained responders arrive.
CERT Basic Training is an 8-week program consisting of one class per week and concludes with a hands-on disaster simulation designed to practice the skills
Puget Sound Fire invites individuals who live or work in Covington, Kent, Maple Valley, SeaTac, Tukwila, and King County Fire Districts #37 and #43, to participate in our upcoming CERT Basic Training.
In Fall 2026, Puget Sound Fire will offer two CERT training options, an afternoon class and an evening class.
- Class Dates: September 23 – November 14, 2026
- Class Day(s): Wednesdays (with a final Saturday disaster simulation (November 17 or November 14)
- Class Times:
– Afternoon: 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM
– Evening: 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM
– Final Saturday disaster simulation: 8:00am – 1:00pm - Cost: The CERT Basic Training is free but registration is required as class sizes are limited.
✅ For information and to register, visit: tinyurl.com/3men3vrx
Most classes will be held at Station 74 (East Hill of Kent). Upon registration, participants will receive a confirmation email with the full schedule, class locations, and addresses.
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