Monmouth County Office of Emergency Management Community Emergency Response Team

The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program educates volunteers about disaster preparedness for the hazards that may occur where they live.

CERT trains volunteers in basic disaster response skills, such as:

  • Fire safety
  • Light search and rescue
  • Team organization
  • Disaster medical operations

The CERT program offers a consistent, nationwide approach to volunteer training and organization that professional responders can rely on during disaster situations, allowing them to focus on more complex tasks.

To register for the upcoming CERT training in October 2025, which is mandatory to be an active CERT member, please click here:  C.E.R.T. Registration Application 


For more information, email:       OEM@mcsonj.org

Click here to download:       CERT Basic Training Manual