 Welcome to Disaster Services
Classes for disaster volunteers are listed below.
The first class, Disaster Services - Overview,
is a prerequisite for ALL subsequent classes.
All classes are held at the Chapter House (unless otherwise noted) at 286 South Street, Hyannis. Weekday classes begin promptly at 6:00 p.m. and last 3-3 1/2 hours. Weekend classes begin promptly at 9:00 a.m. and last 6-8 hours (includes 1 hour for lunch). Class descriptions are available upon request: train@cciredcross.org.
To register for classes, please e-mail your name and zone along with class and class date to: trainingadministrator@cciredcross.org.
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Disaster Course Descriptions:
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± Required class for all volunteers.
* Required for all DAT members. |
Disaster Services: An Overview This course is the pre-requisite for all other disaster courses.
Disaster Services: An Overview is an instructor-led, basic level course that provides an overview of Disaster Services at the American Red Cross. The purpose of this course is to provide information about ways participants can help their community prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies and disasters. Participants will also learn about volunteer opportunities at their local Red Cross chapter. January 11, 2012, Wednesday. At the Falmouth Fire Station, Main Street, Falmouth, 2nd floor, 6:00pm:
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Disaster Instructors Specialty Training (DIST)
Disaster Instructor Specialty Training is an instructor-led course designed to prepare knowledgeable and experienced Disaster Services workers to teach basic level disaster training courses, thereby ensuring uniform and quality disaster training consistent with Red Cross policies and the regulations and procedures of Disaster Services.
January 21 & 22, 2012, Saturday & Sunday.
This class will be held in New Hampshire,
please call 508-775-1540 Ext: 12 to register. Back To Top
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Shelter Operations
The purpose of this basic level Disaster Services training is to prepare volunteers and employees of the Red Cross and other agencies to effectively and sensitively manage shelter operations as a team while meeting the needs of people displaced as a result of a disaster.
Required for all DAT members.
January 19, 2012, Thursday. At the Falmouth Fire Station, Main Street, Falmouth, 2nd floor, 6:00pm:
February 9, 2012, Thursday. Back To Top
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Shelter Simulation
The purpose of this training is to provide participants with an opportunity to apply the knowledge, skills and abilities required to operate a successful shelter.
Required for all DAT members.
January 26, 2012, Thursday. At the Falmouth Fire Station, Main Street, Falmouth, 2nd floor, 6:00pm:
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International Humanitarian Law
The course is intended to raise awareness among American Red Cross representatives and general audiences about the Geneva Conventions, the basic rules of international humanitarian law, and the role of the Red Cross during armed conflict.
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CPR/AED
This course covers knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and provide basic care for cardiac and breathing emergencies and Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) use for adults.
CPR & First Aid is offered free of charge to Red Cross certified volunteers only.
To become a certified volunteer you must take the following prerequisite classes:
• Disaster Services: An Overview
• Shelter Operations
• Shelter Simulation
• Psychological First Aid
• Client Casework
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Foundations of Disaster Mental Health
The purpose of this basic level Disaster Services training is to prepare licensed mental health professionals to provide for and respond to the psychological needs of people across the continuum of disaster preparedness, response and recovery.
Participants will be licensed mental health professionals who are considering becoming involved in Red Cross disaster mental health (DMH) preparedness, response and recovery activities at their local chapter and on national disaster relief operations.
Prerequisites required:
Mental health professional with a current state license, to include:
• Counselor
• Marriage and Family Therapist
• Psychiatrist
• Psychologist
• A registered nurse (RN) with psychiatric nursing experience and
training beyond the normal rotation required for a RN.
• Social Worker
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Client Casework
Client Casework is intended for Red Cross employees and volunteers who are interested in acquiring the knowledge and skills needed to conduct client interviews and provide appropriate emergency disaster assistance to help meet a client's immediate disaster-caused needs.
Required for all DAT members. This is a 6-hour class, therefore it is broken up into two nights - you must attend both classes.
February 6 & 7, 2012, Monday & Tuesday. At the Falmouth Fire Station, Main Street, Falmouth, 2nd floor, 6:00pm:
March 8, 2012, Thursday (Part I)
March 15, 2012, Thursday (Part II) Back To Top
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Fundamentals of Disaster Assessment
Fundamentals of Disaster Assessment is a blended-learning course consisting of two components, online and instructor-led.
The online training component of the course (Part 1) resides on the Red Cross Learning Management System (LMS). It provides an overview of the Disaster Assessment activity and its related tasks. The instructor-led component of the course (Part 2) will reinforce and build upon content presented in the online component while providing participants with the opportunity to apply their knowledge and develop skills in Disaster Assessment through applied learning activities.
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Psychological First Aid
This basic level Disaster Services course consists of five separate segments and a self-review questionnaire which is completed after the training has been completed. The course provides a framework for understanding the factors that affect stress responses in disaster relief workers and the clients they serve. In addition, it provides practical suggestions about what you can say and do as you practice the principles of Psychological First Aid.
January 30, 2012, Monday. At the Falmouth Fire Station, Main Street, Falmouth, 2nd floor, 6:00pm:
March 1, 2012, Thursday.
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Logistics: An Overview
The purpose of this course is to provide basic information about the processes of Material Support Services activities in support of an American Red Cross disaster relief operation. Participants will learn about the skills, abilities and knowledge needed by material Support services workers and how they can become involved in their local chapter. TBA Back To Top
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Logistics Simulation
The purpose of this training is to provide participants an opportunity to practice the knowledge and skills needed to run a successful logistical operation in their local chapter.
Prerequisites Required:
Logistics: An overview TBA Back To Top
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Bulk Distribution
The purpose of this course is to prepare participants for the roles, responsibilities and tasks involved in setting up, operating and supporting a Bulk Distribution operation in the chapter and on a disaster relief operation.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to–
• Identify the tasks and responsibilities of a Bulk Distribution worker.
• Locate bulk distribution operational information in the handbook.
• Describe the role of the chapter in Bulk Distribution.
• Explain the importance of using safe work practices on a Bulk Distribution assignment.
• Complete the Disaster Requisition form (F6409).
Prerequisites required:
Disaster Services - Overview
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Leadership Styles Workshop
The need for Emergency Services Program Managers (ESPMs) and supporting leads who can perform effectively within the American Red Cross, and in the field with our Partner Organizations, is of critical importance. Management styles and skills must be displayed by all with confidence, drawing upon a simple range of approaches to best suit each situation.
The basic management styles workshop will use a participative training style to help in reviewing these basic management styles for use and implementation in the field, helping participants to adapt their own style appropriately to each person or group being managed.
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Disaster Assessment - Basics
Disaster Assessment Basics is a 2.5 hour basic level course that encompasses the tasks and responsibilities of the Disaster Assessment activity on a disaster relief operation. This course is not a replacement for the Fundamentals of Disaster Assessment (DSIMS200B) course.
This new course is designed for local community volunteers, primarily Disaster Action Team (DAT) members, other agencies and community organizations who desire to work in the Disaster Assessment activity.
Prerequisite:
Disaster Services - Overview
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Health Services Response Workshop
The purpose of this course is to prepare licensed health professionals to either work in their local chapter jurisdiction, or be deployed to a Red Cross disaster relief operation and function as health professionals within the Health Services Protocols.
Prerequisite required:
Disaster Services - Overview
Offered only to licensed MD, RN, LPN, CNA, PN or EMT only.
At the Falmouth Fire Station, Main Street, Falmouth, 2nd floor, 6:00pm:
February 16, 2012, Thursday.
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Serving Clients with Disabilities
The purpose of this basic level Disaster Services course is to outline Red Cross policies and practices related to providing services to clients with disabilities following a disaster.
Prerequisite required:
Disaster Services - Overview
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DSHR Workshop - How The System Works
The purpose of this workshop is to introduce the Disaster Services Human Resources (DSHR) system, which enables the American Red Cross to provide prompt and efficient disaster relief services to the American people.
Prerequisites required:
Disaster Services - Overview
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Foundations of Public Affairs: The Local Response
The purpose of this course is to prepare Red Cross Disaster Public Affairs employees and volunteers to initiate the public affairs activity at their local chapter by:
Providing an overview of the American Red Cross Disaster Public affairs, enabling chapter communicators to begin working in the Disaster Public affairs role.Explaining the Disaster Public Affairs structure on a local level.Preparing any Red Cross employee of volunteer to effectively respond to local media inquiries and to proactively present Red Cross messaging.Prerequisites Required:
Disaster Services - Overview
Disaster Public Affairs - Overview
Recommended:
Client Casework: Providing Emergency Assistance
Fundamentals of Disaster Assessment
Disaster Fundraising: Preparing and Responding in Chapters
Shelter Operations
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ERV's: Ready, Set Roll
The purpose of this basic level Disaster Services course is to prepare Red Cross employees and volunteers to operate an Emergency Response Vehicle (ERV) and its equipment safely and effectively to meet feeding and other service needs of people affected by disaster. You must take the on-line test prior to class, and a road test right after class.
Prerequisites Required:
Disaster Services - Overview
Valid driver’s license
Satisfactory Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) Report
Recommended:
Logistics: An Overview
Defensive Driving Course Certificate
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CPR Review This course is available to participants who hold a current, valid adult, infant, or child CPR certification or whose certification has expired within one year. TBA Back To Top
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First Aid This 3.5 hour course trains individuals to recognize and care for victims of injuries and sudden illness. TBA Back To Top
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Respiratory Therapy Equipment Workshop Excellent workshop for all Health Services Volunteers. Sponsored by Foley Medical Supply of Yarmouth. TBA Back To Top
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