Available Courses

Tornadoes can strike anywhere in the United States, it is important that every community be ready for the hazards associated with them. This management-level course is designed to engage a broad range of stakeholders to help build a culture of preparedness and strengthen community resilience. This course prepares participants to analyze tornado science, the weather forecasting process, the tornado warning process, and apply course concepts to coordination and planning decisions.

1) Ample parking available, enter at main door-at the flags 2) Must have a photo ID to gain access 3) Travel and meals will be on your own, adequate time will be provided. 4) Registration required, follow the link below Registrants are required to take the pre-test, takes approximately 20 minutes to complete prior to March 17.

Copy and paste in new web browser to complete your registration and pre-test: https://ndptc.hawaii.edu/training/delivery/4419/

The purpose of this 2-day course is to develop foundational knowledge of Mass Care and Emergency Assistance services in the community. It is not a “how to” for sheltering. Participants will use this information to build community emergency Action Items and to identify gaps in the community’s program. **This course is part of the FEMA Advanced Professional Series (APS)

1) Training site is in the basement of the Warren County Justice Center, enter from the east side. 2) Participants will go through screening to enter the County courthouse. 3) Parking is limited around the square, there are several public lots just off the square. 4) This multi-day course is supported with Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) funding. You may request lodging reimbursement if you traveled an excess of 50 miles one-way and are an Iowa resident. BEFORE making lodging reservations and PRIOR to start of class, email your lodging reimbursement request to [email protected], limited to funding availability. All other travel will be on your own if the above doesn't apply or requested.