Course Overview

This course introduces and overviews the National Incident Management System (NIMS). NIMS provides a consistent nationwide template to enable all government, private-sector, and nongovernmental organizations to work together during domestic incidents.

Course Objectives

At the end of this course, students will be able to:

1. Describe the intent of NIMS.
2. Explain key concepts and principles underlying NIMS.
3. Discuss the purpose of NIMS Components, including Preparedness, Communications and Information Management, Resource Management, and Command and Management.
4. Describe the role of the National Integration Center.

Note: This course provides a basic introduction to NIMS. It is not designed to replace Incident Command System and position-specific training.

Primary Audience

This course is designed for individuals with emergency management responsibilities, including prevention, preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation.

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this course. However, completion of IS-700A, National Incident Management System (NIMS), An Introduction, is recommended.

Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

This course awards 0.3 CEUs.

Sample Test Answers

Below are sample answers for IS-700.B. These are provided to assist with study and review:

• Question 1: The National Incident Management System provides a consistent nationwide template to enable all government, private-sector, and nongovernmental organizations to work together effectively during domestic incidents. (Answer: True)
• Question 2: Which NIMS Management Characteristic refers to personnel requested through appropriate authorities and established resource management systems? (Answer: Dispatch/Deployment)