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Using this training, CERT-trained individuals can assist others in their family, their neighborhood, and their community until first responders arrive.

You will learn how to keep yourself, your family, and your community safe before, during, and after a disaster. You will become a trusted and trained...

We need and appreciate your support. Since we are an all-volunteer team with no paid employees, all of your gift will support our life-saving programs.

We believe that an effective CERT Basic class requires some close physical contact. We taking every precaution possible to protect all involved in the classes.
What is AAACERT?
Anne Arundel – Annapolis Community Emergency Response Team (AAACERT) is a nonprofit organization that trains volunteers how to prepare for hazards and cope with emergencies. AAACERT courses and drills cover basic disaster prevention, preparation, and response skills, such as fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization, communications, and emergency medical procedures. Our members volunteer with the Offices of Emergency Management for Anne Arundel County and City of Annapolis in support of emergency response and public safety.
CERT's Beginnings...
The Los Angeles City Fire Department developed the CERT concept in 1985.
FEMA and CERT...
In 1993, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) made CERT training available nationwide.

CERTCON 2022 | Nov 18-20 | GW MS in Alexandria
Yes, you read that right, CERTCON. This event is open to EVERYONE, not just CERT members. The National Capital Region...
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Read MoreElktonia Carr’s Beach Signing Ceremony
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Read MoreLast CERT Basic Class of 2022
Friends, we need your help! Please post this to your social feeds and ask your friends and familymembers if they...
Read More2022 Emergency Preparedness Expo
We hope you will come out and join AAACERT and the Anne Arundel County Office of Emergency Management for the...
Read MoreFirst Sundays with The Arc
The Arc, “…advocate(s) for equity and access for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live self-determined lives and foster...
Read MoreNational Night Out 2022, Thank You
We would like to thank everyone who visited our tents during the 2022 National Night Out event held at the...
Read MoreALX VA Newsletter July-August 2022
Our friends at Alexandria VA CERT create very informative newsletters. We are happy to begin sharing them with the community...
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