Community Training

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Flagler County Emergency Management urges residents and businesses to participate in training programs to strengthen the community's ability to prepare for, respond to, recover from, and reduce the impact of disasters. See below for available training opportunities.


Community Training 

In partnership with organizations such as Flagler Volunteer Services, Flagler Humane Society, and the National Weather Service; we are proud to offer the following courses at no cost to all Flagler County residents.

Classes will be held at the Flagler County Emergency Operations Center (1769 E Moody Blvd, Bldg. 3) in Bunnell; unless otherwise noted.

Click on the Class Name below to register.

  • Community Preparedness Workshops (Click the link to view upcoming dates and times) 

    • Join us at the Flagler County Emergency Operations Center for a monthly presentation on general preparedness. Learn practical tips and strategies to help you and your family stay safe and ready for emergencies.

  • CERT Basic Class (Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, May 5 to May 22 2026 9:00am-12:00pm)

    • The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Program educates people about disaster preparedness for hazards that may impact their area and trains them in basic disaster response skills, such as fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization, and disaster medical operations. Using the training learned in the classroom and during CERT exercises, members can assist their community or workplace following an emergency event when professional responders are not immediately available to help.

  • Evacuation Shelter Training (Thursday, May 21 2026 1:00pm-5:00pm)

    • Prepare individuals to assist in shelters during emergency situations.

  • Skywarn Class (Wednesday, May 27 2026 3:00pm-5:00pm)

    • Teach individuals how to identify/spot severe weather in the National Weather Service's SKYWARN training. Learn the basics of storm development and structure as well as other basic severe weather safety.

  • Civilian Traffic Control Class (Thursday, June 18 2026 5:30pm-7:00pm)

    • Equip participants with the knowledge and skills to assist with traffic management during special events and emergencies.

  • Emergency Call Center Training (Thursday, July 16 2026 5:30pm-7:00pm)

    • Prepare individuals to effectively handle emergency calls and support emergency response efforts.

  • Point of Distribution Support (Thursday, August 20 2026 5:30pm-7:00pm)

    • Prepare volunteers to assist in the distribution of essential supplies following a disaster.

  • CERT Basic Class (Mondays and Wednesdays, September14 to October 14 2026 5:30pm-8:30pm)

    • The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Program educates people about disaster preparedness for hazards that may impact their area and trains them in basic disaster response skills, such as fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization, and disaster medical operations. Using the training learned in the classroom and during CERT exercises, members can assist their community or workplace following an emergency event when professional responders are not immediately available to help.

  • Emergency Radio Communications Class (Thursday, September 17 2026 5:30pm-7:00pm)

    • Equip individuals with the knowledge and skills to use radio systems effectively during emergencies and disasters.