Attending CERT
If you are 18 years of age or older (16 and 17 years with parent/guardian consent) and are committed to serve our community by assisting your family and neighbors during emergencies or disaster situations, you are welcome to attend.
Enrollment is limited and classes will be filled on a first-received basis; applicants are encouraged to sign up as soon as possible. Priority registration is given to residents of Ventura and first-time students.
The Fall 2019 series is set to begin on Tuesday, October 1st at the Police/Fire Headquarters located at 1425 Dowell Drive in Ventura. We will meet six consecutive Tuesdays from 6:00 - 9:00 PM.
The series will culminate with a Simulation Skill Review exercise and graduation on Saturday, November 16, 2019.
The complete schedule of class dates is as follows:
October 1
October 8
October 15
October 22
October 29
November 5
November 16 - Final Drill/Skill Review
You can fill out an application online using this link:
CERT Application
For additional information or questions, please contact
cert@cityofventura.ca.gov or call our Fire Prevention office at (805) 658-4717.