Available Courses

Tornadoes can strike anywhere in the United States with little or no warning and are capable of causing significant loss of life and billions of dollars in damages. It is important that every community be prepared by understanding tornadoes and the associated dangers. This awareness level course helps participants to better understand the basics of tornado science, the weather forecasting process, and the tornado warning process. Participants will also be better able to implement safety measures for themselves, their families and their organizations in preparation for tornado season. The goal of this course is to provide participants with the basics of tornado science, forecasting, warning, and preparedness. Course Modules include: Science of Tornadoes, Weather Forecast Process, Tornado Warning Process, Tornado Safety

1) This is a virtual offering from NDPTC, follow the registration link below. 2) Two days--four hours each day

Copy and paste link to complete registration: https://ndptc.hawaii.edu/training/delivery/4169/

This course will go over intermediate capabilities in WebEOC. County Emergency Managers will learn about additional tools available to use at the county level and how to interact with HSEM & other partners in the system.

1) Participants will need a computer and access to the internet. 2) EMAs and support staff that register will receive further information via email.

Participants in this full day event will gain insight from experts in the field as they discuss lessons learned from actual events and response efforts. Presentations will provide firsthand information to public health, first responders, support agencies, businesses and non-profits, community partners, and elected officials who will be responding, managing and recovering from a large scale disaster. Join a community of public health experts to explore practical approaches in addressing the Region’s top vulnerabilities.

1) Registration IS required and a $75 fee that covers lunch and light refreshments 2) Registration closes on March 24, 2026 3) NO late registrations or walk-ins accepted Travel is on your own. Check out Scott Co Emergency Management Facebook page for more details about the agenda and speakers. https://www.facebook.com/scottcountyiowa

Complete your registration and make payment at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-quad-cities-regional-disaster-conference-tickets-1980404834170

This 1-day, Advanced Professional Series course will allow participants to develop an effective interface between Emergency Operations Center (EOC) by applying Incident Command System (ICS) principles. This course works best when delivered to ICS and EOC personnel from the same community. The course reviews ICS and EOC responsibilities and functions and depends heavily on exercises and group discussions to formulate the interface. **This course is part of the FEMA Advanced Professional Series (APS)

1) Parking is in front of the building adjacent to the flagpole with overflow parking across the driveway in the Davenport Public Works lot. Do not park in the employee lot directly east of the building. 2) This is NOT a grant funded course, so travel, meal expenses, and printing the student material are on your own. 3) Participant material will be provided electronically. 4) Travel and meals are on your own, adequate time will be provided. 5) Registration is required, see link below Questions: darin.keith@scottcountyiowa.gov, 563-484-3052

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/April_G191_2026

This course in the National Emergency Management Basic Academy is designed to give basic concepts and planning steps to those new to the field of emergency management so that they may apply planning discipline and skills to challenges in their jobs. The course content includes emergency management planning doctrine and steps to take to accomplish writing plans and using them to deal with special events, which are common challenges for all jurisdictions. The content also derives from Comprehensive Preparedness Guide 101, Developing and Maintaining State, Territorial, Tribal and Local Government Emergency Plans and its six-step planning process and inclusive Whole Community philosophy. Likewise, doctrine from Comprehensive Preparedness Guide 201, Threat and Hazard Identification and Risk Analysis, is included in the course. Special event planning is then explained in the course and table group activities to analyze plans for special events are conducted.

1) Parking is located in the back of the building, through the gates. Walk down the left side building sidewalk and enter into the large training room on the lower level. 2) Travel and meals are on your own, adequate time will be provided.