Training
Training
Competency Levels
MCESG has three levels of qualification that have been identified as minimum credentials necessary to address the needs of our served agencies and to assume the various roles and responsibilities identified in the communications plan.
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Level 1 Qualification
Learn more →Introductory training for all voting members
- Participants will complete FEMA IS- 100, IS-700, and ARRL Basic EmComms.
- Local training includes Incident Comms, Message Handling and WinLink.
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Level 2 Qualification
Learn more →Assignment in the EOC or beyond Manatee County
- Participants shall complete IS-200, IS-800 and ARRL Intermediate EmComms.
- Participants are encouraged to attend EOC Orientation and Hands-On Training.
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Level 3 Qualification
Learn more →Section Leadership Appointees
- Leaders will complete FEMA Development and Advanced EmComms.
- Leaders should complete FEMA G-300, and G-400 when available locally.
List of Services
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IS-100.C: Introduction to the Incident Command SystemList Item 1
Course Overview and Class Materials
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IS-200.C: Basic Incident Command System for Initial ResponseList Item 2
Course Overview and Class Materials
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IS-700.B: Introduction to the National Incident Management SystemList Item 3
Course Overview and Class Material
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IS-800.D: National Response Framework, An Introduction
Course Overview and Class Material