2026 Class Has Completed — Join Our February 2027 Class!
Wilton CERT offers a FREE annual Basic Training Class. The 2027 Class will be held during January and February. Citizens are invited to become trained to help family, friends and neighbors in the event of an emergency. CERT instructors, along with professionals from Police, Fire and EMS, assist in the training.
Basic Training Curriculum
Disaster Preparedness
How to prepare yourself, family and community before disaster strikes.
Disaster Medical Operations
First aid, triage, and how to treat injuries when EMS is overwhelmed.
CERT Organization
The ICS framework and how CERT teams are structured during responses.
Light Search & Rescue
Safe techniques for locating and rescuing trapped or missing individuals.
Disaster Psychology
Fostering resilience and recovery among survivors and responders.
Animals in Disaster
How to set up and staff animal shelters during emergencies.
Fire Safety & Extinguisher Training
Every student puts out a real fire using a fire extinguisher.
Terrorism & Hostile Events
Awareness, Run-Hide-Fight protocols, and coordinating with law enforcement.
Ready to Join the 2027 Class?
No experience required. Training is free and provided in full. All Wilton and surrounding area residents and workers are welcome.