National Incident Management System
The National Incident Management System Incident Command System (NIMS-ICS), All-Hazards Position Specific Training Program is aimed at providing advanced level training needed for managing more complex incidents than those usually experienced during normal operations.
National Incident Management System (NIMS)
Independent Study Program
Many of the current Independent Study Program courses are required for registered disaster behavioral health volunteers in Nebraska. Volunteers should check with their regional/local volunteer coordinator for specific required courses.
NIMS Training Requirements
- PFA-Trained Responder in the Field
- Responsible for Supervision of BH Responders
- Responsible for Coordination of BH Response
Includes: local volunteers and most BHERT members
Required training courses: IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, IS-800
Includes: some BHERT members, regional clinical supervisors, or others that Regions or State would designate as supervisors
Required training courses: IS-100, IS-200, ICS-300, IS-700, IS-800
*ICS-300 is not offered as an online independent study (IS) course. Local emergency managers can provide information on when these courses are offered in your area and across the state.
Includes: Region and State Disaster Behavioral Health Coordinators, and possibly others at the Region or State level
Required training courses: IS-100, IS-200, ICS-300*, ICS-400*, IS-700, IS-800, IS-775
*ICS-300 and ICS-400 are not offered as online independent study (IS) courses. Local emergency managers can provide information on when these courses are offered in your area and across the state.
Additional Information
Course & Training
Answers to frequently asked questions about courses and training.
NIMS
Information about the National Incident Management System (NIMS).
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