The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program is a perfect way to prepare yourself for emergencies, disasters and, first aid needs. Disaster can strike quickly and without warning. It can force you to evacuate your neighborhood or confine you to your home. Citizens who are prepared in advance, can work as a team and provide essential services to their family, community, and neighborhood. By training as a Vallejo CERT member, you can play a vital role in the City's disaster recovery efforts.
The Vallejo CERT program educates people about disaster preparedness for hazards that may impact the Vallejo area and trains them in basic disaster response skills. Examples are:
- Fire safety
- Light search and rescue
- Team organization
- Disaster medical operations
After classroom and simulation-based education, CERT members will be able to assist others in the neighborhood or workplace immediately following an event when emergency responders may not be immediately available to help. As with most disasters, the 911 system becomes overwhelmed with calls for help. CERT team members help bridge the gap when disasters strike.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for the Vallejo CERT program:
- Minimum age to participate is 17 year old. Please refer to the conditions listed in the Youth Participation Policy
- Live or work within the city of Vallejo
- Must not have any misdemeanor convictions within one year
- Must not have any felony convictions
Upcoming Academy Dates
Academies start throughout the year, please contact us for specific dates.
To Register
Please fill out this application: CERT Application Rev 03.2026 and bring it into City Hall, City Manager Office, 3rd Floor at 555 Santa Clara St., M-TH 9a to 5p or email it to [email protected]
For more information, please contact the CERT team at [email protected] or call 707-648-8616.