AUSTIN, TEXAS, July 10, 2023 – City Council Member Mackenzie Kelly is proud to announce the upcoming Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Course. As a current City Council Member and CERT instructor, Kelly brings her extensive background in emergency management and her CERT Master Instructor certification to empower individuals in the community to be prepared for emergencies.
The CERT Course will be held from August 3rd to August 5th, 2023, at the Jollyville Fire Department at 9218 Anderson Mill Rd., Austin, TX 78729. The training will be conducted in collaboration with other public safety guest instructors, ensuring participants receive comprehensive instruction that aligns with national emergency response standards.
Under the guidance of lead instructor Mackenzie Kelly, along with additional instructor Nolan Screen, participants will engage in an immersive learning experience to develop essential skills in disaster response. The course schedule includes three sessions: August 3rd from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., August 4th from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and August 5th from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Attendees will learn various CERT responsibilities, including disaster preparedness, fire suppression, disaster medical aid, and light search and rescue techniques.
Kelly emphasized, "No previous experience in emergency service is required for enrollment. We welcome participants with a genuine interest in serving their community during times of crisis and a willingness to learn and apply their training effectively." While individuals with training and skills in disaster-related areas are encouraged to attend, anyone with a passion for disaster preparedness is welcome to join this impactful course.
The CERT Course is facilitated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) through the Emergency Management Institute. Attendees can expect high-quality instruction and relevant resources provided by FEMA, ensuring the course meets national standards for emergency response training.
For more information about the CERT Course and to register, interested individuals can register on Preparing Texas here: https://www.preparingtexas.
Participants will gain valuable knowledge and skills that can be utilized in emergency situations and contribute to their personal and community resilience.
About Mackenzie Kelly:
Mackenzie Kelly serves as a City Council Member for District 6 in Austin and is a respected advocate for emergency and disaster preparedness. With her background in emergency management and her CERT Master Instructor certification, Kelly is dedicated to empowering individuals and communities to respond to emergencies and mitigate risks effectively.
