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HSEMA Training and Exercise
The DC Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency Training and Exercise Bureau delivers educational courses and progressive exercises to fuel public safety officials, regional and federal neighbors, non-governmental organizations, the private sector and the public.
HSEMA Learning Management System
The HSEMA LMS is the central portal for all Emergency Management related training for the District of Columbia. The LMS also serves as the system of record for tracking completion and issuing of certificates for FEMA G coded courses that are held within the District.
​Courses offered in the LMS are generally open to anyone with an approved account, regardless of whether or not you live or work in the District.
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Prerequisites
- ISO200.c: Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response
- ISO100.c: Introduction to the Incident Command System (ICS 100)
- ISO700.b: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System
- ISO800.d: National Response Framework, An Introduction
Description
HSEMA ICS 300 Course Curriculum
HSEMA is providing ICS 300 in a three part series as follows:
- Part 1: Online, self-paced instruction of Unit 1 - Unit 8 and an assignment workbook.
- Part 2: Online, virtual instruction of the ICS 300 activities
- Part 3: Final exam
Course Description
This course provides training for personnel who require advanced application of the Incident Command System (ICS). This course expands upon information covered in the ICS 100 and ICS 200 courses.
ICS 300 Course Objectives
- Describe how the National Incident Management System Command and Management component supports the management of expanding incidents.
- Describe the Incident/Event Management process for supervisors and expanding incidents as prescribed by the ICS.
- Implement the Incident Management process on a simulated Type 3 incident.
- Develop an Incident Action Plan for a simulated incident.
HSEMA Training and Exercise
The DC Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency Training and Exercise Bureau delivers educational courses and progressive exercises to fuel public safety officials, regional and federal neighbors, non-governmental organizations, the private sector and the public.
HSEMA Learning Management System
The HSEMA LMS is the central portal for all Emergency Management related training for the District of Columbia. The LMS also serves as the system of record for tracking completion and issuing of certificates for FEMA G coded courses that are held within the District.
​Courses offered in the LMS are generally open to anyone with an approved account, regardless of whether or not you live or work in the District.
Visit the HSEMA Learning Management System
Questions or Technical Assistance?
Prerequisites
- IS0700.b: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System
- IS0200.c: Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response
- IS0800.d: National Response Framework, An Introduction
- G0300 - ICS 300: Intermediate Incident Command System for Expanding Incidents
- IS0100.c: Introduction to the Incident Command System (ICS 100)
Description
HSEMA ICS 400 Course Curriculum
HSEMA is providing ICS 400 in a three part series as follows:
- Part 1: Online, self-paced instruction and assignment workbook
- Part 2: Online, virtual instruction of the ICS 400 activities
- Part 3: Final exam
Course Description
ICS 400 is intended for an audience of experienced responders and other senior emergency management personnel who may perform in a management capacity for major or complex incidents (Type 1 or Type 2 incidents). Large and complex incidents that require the application of area command don't happen often. Although this is an advanced ICS course, it is not intended to develop mastery of area command. The purpose of this course is to expose students to the concepts of utilizing area command in major and complex incidents.
Course Objectives
Through activities and a Final Exam, students will be able to demonstrate the duties, responsibilities, and capabilities required to perform in a management capacity for major and complex incidents/events using Area Command.
Although this is an advanced ICS course, it is not intended to develop mastery of area command. The purpose of this course is to expose ICS and other incident management practitioners to the concepts of using area command in major and complex incidents. The course expands upon information covered in the ICS 100, ICS 200, and ICS 300 prerequisite courses.
Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:
- Identify the course scope, objectives, and classroom logistics.
- Given a scenario and review materials, apply key NIMS doctrine concepts (NIMS Management Characteristics, Unified Command, Incident Command System structure and functional area responsibilities, IAP Preparation and the Operational Period Planning Cycle, and incident complexity) to the management of a complex incident or event.
- Apply the appropriate structural option to manage a complex incident.
- Given a scenario, develop an Area Command organization.
- Identify the complex incident management issues that can result from a lack of multiagency coordination.
Description:
This workshop provides skills for handling events that are considered "active shooter" or active assailant situations, including workplace shootings, school shootings, and other large occupancy building scenarios.
Date:
May 8, 2025
Time:
8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Location:
Mason City Library
225 2nd Street Southeast
Mason City, IA 50401
Free to enroll!!
Email to Register:
Description:
This workshop will teach you how to stay prepared for domestic and family violence calls, and how to prioritize them correctly so you can coordinate a safe response.
Date:
May 9, 2025
Time:
8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Location:
Mason City Library
225 2nd Street Southeast
Mason City, IA 50401
Free to enroll!!
Email to Register:
Course Name:
ICS 300 Intermediate
Course Description:
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.
Course Prerequisites:
ICS-100, ICS-200, IS-700, IS-800
Course Target Audience:
This course is open to first responders, public works, jurisdictional executives, hospital leadership, non-profits, and anyone else that may be required to perform intermediate ICS duties.
Additional Information:
1) Park along the south and west side of the building. 2) Enter from main entrance 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.
Event Dates:
5/13/2025 through 5/15/2025
Event Time:
8:00 AM to 4:30 PM each day
Event Location/Address:
Cherokee County Emergency Management 322 Lake St Ste B
Event City:
Cherokee
Event State:
Iowa
Event Zip:
51012
County and District:
CHEROKEE - District: 3
Is Sponsored by HSEMD?
Yes
Is HSEMD Hosting Registration?
Yes
Seats Remaining:
27 out of 30 seats remaining
How to Contact HSEMD:
Please contact the HSEMD Training Staff using the contact information page
REGISTRATION LINK:
https://eoc.iowa.gov/training/caldetails.aspx?eventid=1765&courseid=72
Course Name:
ICS 400 Advanced
Course Description:
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.
Course Prerequisites:
ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-300, IS-700, IS-800
Course Target Audience:
This course is designed for senior personnel who are expected to perform in a management capacity in the Area Command or Multi-Agency Coordination Entity.
Additional Information:
1) Park on the East side of the fire hall. 2) Signs will be posted 3) Meals will be 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 to HSEMDTraining@iowa.gov. 5) All other travel will be on your own if the above doesn't apply or requested.
Event Dates:
5/15/2025 through 5/16/2025
Event Time:
8:00 AM to 4:30 PM each day
Event Location/Address:
Harlan Fire Dept. 906 Cyclone Ave
Event City:
Harlan
Event State:
Iowa
Event Zip:
51537
County and District:
SHELBY - District: 4
Is Sponsored by HSEMD?
Yes
Is HSEMD Hosting Registration?
Yes
Seats Remaining:
29 out of 30 seats remaining
How to Contact HSEMD:
Please contact the HSEMD Training Staff using the contact information page
Registration URL:
https://eoc.iowa.gov/training/caldetails.aspx?eventid=1806&courseid=177
Communications Unit Technician (COMT)
Event Date and Location Information:
Cedar Rapids - Central Fire Station
713 First Ave SE
Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52401
Dates & Time: 2-6 June 2025; 0800-1700 Daily
There is NO registration fee for this course
Lunch will be on your own each day
Description:
This course provides introductory and refresher training for the NIMS ICS COMT position. It introduces public safety professionals and support staff to various communications concepts and technologies including interoperable communications solutions, LMR communications, satellite, telephone, data, and computer technologies used in incident response and planned events. It is designed for state/territory, tribal, urban, and local emergency response professionals and support personnel in all disciplines who have a technical communications background.
Participants develop the essential core competencies required for performing the duties of the COMT in an all-hazards incident, including responsibilities while operating in a local, regional, or state-level All-Hazards Incident Management Team (IMT).
The course is instructor-led and supports learning through discussion, lecture, and hands-on exercises to explain processes used for establishment and operation of the technical communications resources for an incident or planned event. The course is five days and provides a realistic, hands-on approach to mastering the tasks and skills of a COMT. Course materials and the COMT Position Task Book will be provided to attendees via digital download prior to the course start date.
This five-day workshop is taught by instructors who have both practitioner and Communications Unit experience. This course is limited to 16 participants.
Personal experience:
- A public safety background with experience in field operations
- A technical communication background
- Awareness of fundamental public safety communications technology
- Basic knowledge of applicable Communications Plan
Prerequisites: To attend this course, applicants must have the following prerequisites:
- Successful completion of the following of FEMA independent study (IS) training courses:
- IS-100, Introduction to the ICS (https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-100.c)
- IS-200, ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents (https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-200.c)
- IS-700, National Incident Management System (NIMS), an Introduction (https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-700.b)
- IS-800, National Response Framework (NRF), an Introduction (https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-800.d)
- Familiarity with the pre-course reading materials
Target Audience:
This course is designed for local, regional, tribal and state/territory emergency response professionals and support personnel in all disciplines who have a technical communications background.
Registration: Applicants should submit scanned copies of an organizational chart or other documentation upon registering to verify their position.
Copies of prerequisite documentation which verify applicants have met the requirements and are eligible to participate in the course must be submitted for review by May 9, 2025.
Registration is not complete until all documentation has been received and verified. Admittance may be limited depending on room capacity. Final determination of student attendance will be announced by the Statewide Interoperability Coordinator.
REGISTRATION LINK:
Course Name:
ICS 400 Advanced
Course Description:
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.
Course Prerequisites:
ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-300, IS-700, IS-800
Course Target Audience:
This course is designed for senior personnel who are expected to perform in a management capacity in the Area Command or Multi-Agency Coordination Entity.
Additional Information:
1) Park along the south and west side of the building. 2) Enter from main entrance 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.
Event Dates:
7/15/2025 through 7/16/2025
Event Time:
8:00 AM to 4:30 PM each day
Event Location/Address:
Cherokee County Emergency Management 322 Lake St Ste. B
Event City:
Cherokee
Event State:
Iowa
Event Zip:
51012
County and District:
CHEROKEE - District: 3
Is Sponsored by HSEMD?
Yes
Is HSEMD Hosting Registration?
Yes
Seats Remaining:
28 out of 30 seats remaining
How to Contact HSEMD:
Please contact the HSEMD Training Staff using the contact information page
Registration URL:
https://eoc.iowa.gov/training/caldetails.aspx?eventid=1766&courseid=177
Online Training Modules
ISICS Standard 1.3.0 - Statewide Interoperable Plain Language
ISICS Standard 1.4.0 - Statewide Pursuit Communications Training Module
ISICS Standard 1.5.0 - Regional & Statewide Interoperable Talkgroups Training Module
ISICS Standard 1.5.2 - Landing Zone Coordination Training Module
Consolette/Control Station Training Module
StatusBoard End User Training Module
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ISICS Communications Unit Credentialing Procedure
ISICS COMU Credentialing Submission Forms
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