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Authored by John W. Desmarais 18-Dec-1998 Modified by Lt Colonel Fred Blundell

Authored by John W. Desmarais 18-Dec-1998 Modified by Lt Colonel Fred Blundell TX-129 Fort Worth Senior Squadron For Local Training Rev 5.0 02-Jan-2014.

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Authored by John W. Desmarais 18-Dec-1998 Modified by Lt Colonel Fred Blundell

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  1. Authored by John W. Desmarais 18-Dec-1998 Modified by Lt Colonel Fred Blundell TX-129 Fort Worth Senior Squadron For Local Training Rev 5.0 02-Jan-2014

  2. This Training Slide Show is a project undertaken by Lt Colonel Fred Blundell of the TX-129 Fort Worth Senior Squadron, Fort Worth, TX for local use to assist those CAP Members interested in advancing their skills. The information contained herein is for CAP Member’s personal use and is not intended to replace or be a substitute for any of the CAP National Training Programs. Users should review the presentation’s Revision Number at the end of each file name to ensure that they have the most current publication.

  3. Why is it Necessary? • Currency • Technological and Educational Advances • Upgrading to higher leadership positions • Professionalism

  4. Continuing EducationOpportunities • Internal Programs • NESA • ECI Courses (Scanner, Observer, ES Officer) • SAR/DR Training Exercises • Local Unit Training

  5. Continuing Education Opportunities • External Programs • Inland SAR Schools & SMCs • FEMA Home Study Courses • State and County Training • Medical Training • Technical Rescue Training • Distance Learning

  6. Home Study Not all course need to be attended in person. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for one has a number of course that can be taken on-line or through home study programs.

  7. A good place to start… • Check the FEMA website • Contact your local state emergency management office- they often sponsor courses that are free • The American Red Cross often holds disaster and other course training • Sometimes an internet search will bring up other classes and training opportunities in your area.

  8. Documentation Remember to keep records and documentation of your training.

  9. QUESTIONS? ALWAYS THINK SAFETY!

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