Available Courses

This course in the National Emergency Management Basic Academy is designed to provide the participants with an overview of scientific principles and concepts that shape our increasingly dangerous world. The contents of the course includes: •Introduction to Science of Disaster provides a definition and benefits of science •Earth Science & National Hazards describes how the Earth’s design sets the stage for the world’s natural hazards •Science of Natural Hazards describes the scientific basis of common natural hazards •Prediction gives us the capability to expect the unexpected •Physical Science and Implications for Emergency Management identifies how emergency management can benefit from knowledge of the physical science of hazards •Biological & Chemical Threats identifies the scientific basis of biological and chemical threats. •Explosive Threats identifies the scientific basis of those threats •Radiological & Nuclear Threats identifies the scientific basis of those threats

1) Parking is available on the street in all directions. NO PARKING IN EMPTY LOT NORTH OF BUILDING. 2) Lodging in Grundy Center or Iowa Falls is closest. Both are a 20 minute commute. 3) Meals are on you own, adequate time will be provided. 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. Requests are based upon available funding. BEFORE making lodging reservations and PRIOR to start of class, email your lodging reimbursement request to HSEMDTraining@iowa.gov limited to available funding. 5) All other travel will be on your own if the above doesn't apply or requested.

This course provides training on and resources for personnel who require advanced application of the Incident Command System. This course expands upon information covered in the ICS-100 and ICS-200 courses.

1) Adequate parking available on north side of building 2) Has public Wi-Fi available 3) Meals are on your own, adequate time will be provided 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. Requests are based upon available funding. ? Before making lodging reservations and Prior to start of class, email your lodging reimbursement request t

ASIM Advanced is a 3-day course using the national standard Active Shooter Incident Management Checklist integrated response process. Eleven full-scale exercises utilize the multi-responder NIMSProTM 3D virtual reality simulator that places everyone in the middle of the action. Participants are trained to integrate and manage a multi-discipline response to a full range of Active Shooter and hostile event threats, including Complex Coordinated Attack (CCA). The course is appropriate for all ranks of law enforcement, fire, EMS, and dispatch. The course provides hands-on incident management experience for street responders and leaders alike. Instructors utilize a no-fault, no-embarrassment coaching style to conduct live training with up to 60 students. Exercises include attacks at a train station, school, airport, mall, courthouse, and cruise terminal. Scenarios include active shooter events, suspect at large, reunification, Complex Coordinated Attack (CCA), IEDs, and hostage barricade

1) Plenty of parking available around the facility 2) Use main entrance, watch for signage 3) All travel and meals on your own, adequate time will be provided ONLY these specific entities will be permitted: 30 Law Enforcement 20 Fire/EMS 5 Dispatch 2 PIO 2 Emergency Managers 1 Helicopter Pilot

To register for the class please reach out to Chris Hayes at 515-433-0592 or chayes@boonecounty.iowa.gov

This 2-day course provides training on and resources for personnel who has a responsibility to function in a command post managing and expanding incident. Topics include use of an Incident Complex and Area Command, and the interactions between Multi-Agency Coordination (MAC) entities.

1) Adequate parking available on north side of building 2) Has public Wi-Fi available 3) Meals are on your own, adequate time will be provided 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. Requests are based upon available funding. ? Before making lodging reservations and Prior to start of class, email your lodging reimbursement request t

Every Livestock Truck Rollover is different, making it necessary to prepare for every scenario. The essential components of response preparation are developing a local contact list, understanding your role and responsibility, and identifying your equipment needs.

1) Plenty of parking around facility Enter from main door, watch for signage 2) Travel is on your own 3) Lunch will be provided 3) Follow the link below to complete your registration Hosted by the Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) and Iowa State University's Swine Medicine Education Center (SMEC). **In-person training there will be handling of livestock and climbing in and around livestock trailers. Dress appropriately. **Space is limited to 40, register early to secure a seat.

Complete this short registration form: https://www.iowapork.org/producers/resources/livestock-rollover-training