All KAERC members must complete five core training courses related to the KAERC mission and basic emergency management to gain an understanding of the state and national emergency management systems, which are the basis for the KDA emergency response plan. All five training courses will be taught in one-day workshops led by the KAERC Program Manager in various locations throughout Kansas. While volunteers are encouraged to attend one of these workshops, the five core courses will also be made available online.
- The five core training courses are as follows:
- KAERC Volunteer Orientation - an overview of the type and scope of emergencies in which KAERC members may be called upon to participate.
- IS-100.b: Introduction to the Incident Command System, ICS-100
- IS-700.A: National Incident Management System (NIMS), An Introduction
- IS-800.b: National Response Framework, An Introduction
- IS-811: Emergency Support Functions (ESF) #11 - Agriculture and Natural Resources Annex
In addition to the basic training courses above, position-specific training courses—or equivalent courses—may be required for each KAERC member. Course requirements are listed on all position descriptions.
KAERC members will be encouraged to participate in planned KDA emergency exercises and events to help them become familiar with the entire KDA emergency response structure. Involving KAERC members in planned events and exercises will give volunteers firsthand experience with the KDA emergency response plan and procedures.