Training

We offer training opportunities to equip your teams with the tools, knowledge, and confidence needed for departmental readiness and protection, as well as for alignment with university-wide emergency protocols.

CALL 911 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY.

Call 911 for immediate help in case of police, fire or medical emergencies. Call 979-845-4311 (5-4311 from a campus phone) for facilities emergencies.

Preparation should take place before a crisis occurs. Texas A&M has implemented several measures to enhance campus safety and preparedness; however, your safety and preparedness are ultimately your responsibility.

The trainings listed below are designed for individuals with specific roles in their emergency plans or seeking more information. To request training, please email us at emergencymanagement@tamu.edu.

NIMS Training Guideline

Texas A&M University has adopted the National Incident Management System (NIMS) in accordance with Texas A&M University System Policy 34.07. NIMS training helps to develop incident personnel capable of performing necessary functions at their respective level of incident management. The Texas A&M University NIMS Training Guideline outlines progressive training for staffing roles within response.

Self-Paced Training

FEMA Independent Study Courses

FEMA offers many free online courses to help you increase your knowledge on specific topics. Check their catalog for available options.

FEMA IS Course List

Tabletop Exercise Planning Course

Our comprehensive online course teaches how to create and conduct a tabletop exercise.

Tabletop Exercise Planning Course

After-Action Review Course

Our training will guide you through conducting an After-Action Review and creating the associated report and improvement plan.

After-Action Review Course

Continuity of Operations Course

Our course is designed to introduce continuity of operations and guide you through the steps to create your own plan.

Introduction to Continuity Planning

External Courses

If you would like to request an external course for your department from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security (NCS4), or another similar agency, we may be able to coordinate hosting the course on campus. For more information, please email us at emergencymanagement@tamu.edu and include the course you are interested in.

Other Training

Texas A&M University’s Police Department (UPD), Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), and University Emergency Medical Services (UEMS) offer a variety of training options. Visit the following links to learn more.

UPD Training Options
EHS Training Options
UEMS Training Options