Upcoming Events

"This workshop's core concept is to keep using the Access and Functional Needs Resource Framework tied to the CMIST resource memory tool so we don’t lose it. Participants will work together to: Discuss the Access and Functional Needs Program Roadmap and how it ties into the region’s next steps of building regional and local whole community inclusion (Access & Functional Needs) points of contacts or community champions to support emergency management before, during, and after emergencies and disasters, better understand what local partners are already doing in the community and goals and growth they would like to achieve, participate in inclusive conversations on community CMIST resource needs and gaps specific to the local level tied to where participants want to grow."

"MnTIER (Minnesota Trauma Informed Emergency Response & Recovery) for the Disaster Responder provides an overarching framework for pre-during-post-disaster planning that recognizes the impact of trauma on the disaster responders by providing actionable strategies, tools and resources to mitigate harm and build resilience. This training focus on building trauma-informed skills, and organizational supports for the responder during disaster response and recovery deployments."

"Learn about the history, key milestones, core concepts, and future roadmap of the Colorado Access and Functional Needs Program. Participants will learn about Colorado's model for implementing true whole community inclusion in emergency management, as well as how-tos tied to the must-dos in creating your organization, local, or Statewide Access and Functional Needs Program."

"This is an intermediate-level course designed to provide a set of guiding principles, standardized methodology, available resources and practical skill development, which will assist in developing an HSEEP consistent exercise program. This course describes a common approach to exercise program management, design and development, conduct, evaluation, and improvement planning.

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Selection Criteria: The target audience for this training are those involved in planning, program management, design and development, conduct, evaluation, and improvement planning of HSEEP consistent exercises."

"This course covers foundational concepts in disaster recovery and the latest guidance on recovery planning. Participants will either assess their own recovery plan or a sample against this national planning guidance. Following that, participants will discuss how a disaster recovery effort can be organized, managed, and led along with the types of challenges faced by recovery managers. Scenario activities throughout the course give participants the opportunity to target information strategies, and address local capabilities and challenges. They will also analyze lessons learned from Joplin, Missouri. While this is normally a 2.5 day course, in time of disaster, it can be shortened for immediate need in training the basics of recovery based on local need and covers the roles and responsibilities of local recovery team members." 

"This training is designed for American Sign Language (ASL) and other language interpreters who will work with Public Information Officers (PIO’s), Joint Information Systems and Joint Information Centers. Emergency Response Interpreters will provide certified American Sign Language and other language interpreting services and language translation to shelters, local assistance centers, local disaster recovery centers, and media/press conferences"

"The Colorado Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM) and the Colorado Emergency Management Association (CEMA) have partnered with a diverse coalition of public works, public health, hospitals, schools, universities, fire and law enforcement, local and county governments, EMS, community and volunteer organizations, and private citizens to present a comprehensive agenda. 

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Join us as we work together to enhance the integration of preparedness and response efforts across Colorado. The conference is designed to foster collaboration, share best practices, and strengthen the partnerships essential for effective emergency management. With a robust agenda featuring expert-led sessions, hands-on workshops, and cross-sector discussions, you’ll gain valuable insights and practical tools to support your efforts at both the community and state levels. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a concerned citizen, this is your chance to contribute to building a safer, more resilient Colorado. "

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Disclaimer: The Colorado Emergency Management Association (CEMA) is the official host and organizer of this event. All registration and participation fees are handled directly through CEMA. CEPP is not associated with this event and is sharing it solely as an informational resource.

"This training equips disaster responders, and other interested persons, with the skills necessary for providing emotional support to disaster survivors. Psychological First Aid is a job aid, developed by NCPTSD and NCTSN, for responders allowing them to assist survivors in maintaining adaptive functioning during or following a disaster. The interactive course covers the core actions of Psychological First Aid and provides education on emotional reactions associated with a disaster.

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Instructor Information: This course will be taught by a trainer from the hosting agency, or CDPHE-OEPR, who has been specifically trained in Psychological First Aid."

"This participant centered course that introduces disaster response, provides a basic understanding of the Stress Response, and describes the role of behavioral health (BH) disaster responders. This training addresses self-care in the field, basic intervention constructs for BH response and signs and symptoms of vicarious trauma.

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Instructor Information: This course will be taught by a trainer from the hosting agency who has been specifically trained in Field Response."

"To equip participants with the skills needed to be full or part-time PIOs, including oral and written communications; understanding and working with the media; and basic tools and techniques to perform effectively as a PIO, both in the proactive/ advocacy times and crisis/ emergency response.

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This course is intended for newly appointed emergency managers from State, local, tribal, territorial, and Federal emergency management agencies, and prospective professionals transferring from another discipline to emergency management.

Prerequisites:

• IS-13: EMI Conduct and Behavior and

• IS-0029: Public Information Officer Awareness"

"MnTIER (Minnesota Trauma Informed Emergency Response & Recovery) for the Disaster Responder provides an overarching framework for pre-during-post-disaster planning that recognizes the impact of trauma on the disaster responders by providing actionable strategies, tools and resources to mitigate harm and build resilience. This training focus on building trauma-informed skills, and organizational supports for the responder during disaster response and recovery deployments."

"The ICS 300 Refresher course, or Intermediate Incident Command System for Expanding Incidents Refresher, is designed to provide a review and update of the key concepts and principles covered in the full ICS 300 course. This refresher course is intended for individuals who have previously completed the full ICS 300 training and need to maintain their proficiency and knowledge in incident management."

"The G0400 ICS 400 Refresher course, or Advanced Incident Command System for Command and General Staff-Complex Incidents Refresher, is designed to provide a review and update of the key concepts and principles covered in the full ICS 400 course. This refresher course is intended for individuals who have previously completed the full ICS 400 training and need to maintain their proficiency and knowledge in incident management, particularly for complex incidents."