E0110: Basic Academy Train the Trainer

The Basic Academy Train-the-Trainer consists of two days of discussions about course objectives, how to set up and facilitate the class, time management, and other general topics.The last three days consist of student teach backs that summarize portions of the Basic Academy course subject matter and describe activities and exercises with time for critique and questions.

All topics areas in the Basic Academy courses are covered in the Train-the-Trainer to support a training experience that combines knowledge of all fundamental systems, concepts, and practices of cutting-edge emergency management. The Academy provides shared classrooms of adult learners and skillful instructors resulting in a solid foundation upon which to build further studies and sound decisions.

Selection Criteria:This course is intended for those emergency managers and trainers from Federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial emergency management agencies who have extensive background in emergency management and experience in training adults.

• Minimum 5 years experience in emergency management (recommended to be current practitioners)
• Proven and proficient capability to deliver and facilitate training (EMI resume/ recommendation review)
• Demonstrated knowledge of the fundamental systems, concepts, and current practices in emergency management
• Resume detailing responsibilities, authority and length of time in profession
• Effectiveness teaching emergency management to adults
• Documentation of at least three years’ experience teaching emergency management to adults

CECs: 12

• Apply learning theory to address the needs of adult learners.
• Use effective instructional practices to engage the learner.
• Present course content as a subject matter expert.
• Demonstrate skills and techniques to facilitate the Basic Academy class discussions and activities to manage its delivery more strategically.
• Integrate peer and instructor feedback to improve training skills.

• Common

• Emergency Management

Operational Coordination