$11m Grant Opportunities. FY14 Homeland Security National Training Program Continuing Training Grants (DOHS

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DHS-14-NPD-005-000-02
FY 2014 Homeland Security National Training Program (HSNTP)-Continuing Training Grants (CTG)
Department of Homeland Security
Department of Homeland Security - FEMA

· Deadline: 7/16/2014 

· Funds: $11,000,000 is available for 8 awards 

Description

The FY 2014 Continuing Training Grants (CTG) funds are available to develop and deliver innovative training programs that are national in scope and meet emerging training needs in our Nation's communities. Where possible, efforts should be made in the development and delivery of training programs to address priorities from the National Preparedness Report and Capability Estimation Process. Funding will be provided in the form of cooperative agreements directly to qualified applicants. Funding for this year's funding opportunity announcement is authorized by the Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2014 (Public Law No: 114-6), Division D, Title III, State and Local Programs.

Eligible Applicants

Private institutions of higher education
Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
State governments
Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
City or township governments
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
County governments

Training Opportunity: FEMA. Introduction to Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT)

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IS-317: Introduction to Community Emergency Response Teams

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IS-317: Introduction to Community Emergency Response Teams 

Course Description:

The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Program educates individuals about disaster preparedness and trains and organizes teams of volunteers that can support their communities during disasters. The CERT Program offers training in basic disaster response skills, such as fire safety, light search and rescue, and disaster medical operations. With proper CERT training, you can help protect your family, neighbors, and co-workers if a disaster occurs...

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