Prepare, Respond, Protect: Join Eastern VA C.E.R.T. Training Today

Whether you’re looking to help your community, respond to emergencies, or simply be better equipped for unexpected situations, the foundation begins here.

You don’t need to be an expert to join us—just bring your willingness to learn and grow. The training covers essential skills that empower you to make a difference when it matters most. As you progress, you’ll find your own confidence and voice in emergency response.

Trainings provide essential education and skills to prepare individuals to assist in disaster situations. These courses cover topics such as disaster preparedness, fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization, and basic medical operations. Participants learn how to safely support first responders, assist neighbors, and contribute effectively during emergencies.

CERT trainings are designed for people of all backgrounds and do not require prior experience. Sessions typically include classroom instruction followed by hands-on exercises to reinforce learning. Upon successful completion, participants receive certification and become part of their local emergency response network, increasing community resilience.

For those interested in joining or learning more about upcoming CERT trainings offered by Eastern VA CERT, please contact us!!!

Group of people seated at tables in a community room, attending a meeting or class, with food and drinks on the tables, some taking notes, in a room with white walls, ceiling tiles, and a closed door.
A woman instructor demonstrating CPR techniques on manikin with two observers, one woman, and one older man, in a training room.
Group of people, some wearing safety vests and helmets, gathered around a picnic table outdoors under a pavilion. They appear to be discussing or examining documents and a scale model of a house.
Two women holding lit balloons connected by a string with clothespins, smiling indoors.
Rescue team assists an elderly woman sitting on a yellow stretcher in a forested area after an incident or injury.
Two people are preparing to spray a lawn with a handheld sprayer, while a third person watches nearby. They are outside a brick building with American and state flags, bordered by lawn and trees, with an orange traffic cone in the foreground.

Events

Candyland at the Compass!

A community emergency response team tent with two people in costumes standing in front, in an open field under a cloudy sky.
People gathered at a Lancaster County Community Emergency Response Team booth during an outdoor event, featuring a person in a purple dragon mascot costume, two children, and two women posing for a photo in front of the tent.
Three people standing in front of a green canopy with the text 'Community Emergency Response Team' at an outdoor event. One person is dressed as a witch, the child is dressed as an astronaut, and another person is in a gorilla costume.

Interacting with the public is a crucial aspect of CERT operations. It involves sharing vital information about emergency preparedness, safety tips, and community resources. Engaging with diverse members of the community helps build trust and awareness, making it easier to coordinate efforts during emergencies.

Woman dressed as a witch with a purple hat, standing near a table under a green tent, holding a green pumpkin-shaped Halloween balloon and a red bucket with ghost and jack-o'-lantern designs, celebrating Halloween outdoors.