Disaster Recovery Public Assistance Programs, An Introduction
MGT482 – 12.00 Hours
Schedule
| Details Buttons | Dates | Location | Class | Price | Register Buttons |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/04/25 – 03/05/25 | Sayreville, NJ | EU MGT482 48 | Register | ||
| 03/12/25 – 03/13/25 | Cheyenne, WY | EU MGT482 43 | Register | ||
| 03/25/25 – 03/26/25 | Richmond, TX | EU MGT482 47 | Register | ||
| 04/24/25 – 04/25/25 | Sayreville, NJ | EU MGT482 49 | Register | ||
| 05/14/25 – 05/15/25 | Johnstown, CO | EU MGT482 50 | Register | ||
| 05/22/25 – 05/23/25 | Highland Heights, KY | EU MGT482 46 | Register | ||
| 07/09/25 – 07/10/25 | Virginia Beach, VA | EU MGT482 52 | Register | ||
| 07/16/25 – 07/17/25 | Baltimore, MD | EU MGT482 40 | Register | ||
| 10/14/25 – 10/15/25 | Nashville, TN | EU MGT482 53 | Register |
This schedule is subject to change without notice. If you have not received confirmation of the class prior to the class start, please contact the division at (800) 723-3811 or (800) SAFE-811 or [email protected] to get the latest schedule.
Course Description
The Disaster Recovery Public Assistance Programs, an Introduction course was designed to provide an overview of the FEMA Disaster Recovery Public Assistance Program and process and will prepare front-line jurisdiction staff and leaders for working within that process. The outcome being to begin preparing for recovery in advance of a disaster.
In this course, participants will identify pre-disaster planning and recovery actions. They will identify the goals of Federal Disaster Assistance and Recovery Programs, the initial stages, application collaboration, project formulation, and management of the Public Assistance Process. Project funding, monitoring, and closeout will also be explained.
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for this course.
Course Completion Requirements
Citizenship and FEMA Student ID Requirement
Participants must be U.S. citizens in order to attend this class. A
FEMA Student ID is required to register for and participate in any
training provided by FEMA agencies. All FEMA training providers,
registration systems, and enrollment procedures are required to use this
FEMA SID, which can be obtained at the FEMA website.
Participant Must Provide
- A photo identification on the first day of class. See the Participant Handbook, opens in a new tab] for approved forms of identification and additional guidelines.
- Electronic
device such as a smart phone, tablet, or laptop to complete the
pre-test, evaluation, and post-test online in the class.
Attendance Requirements
Class attendance is an essential part of the education process, and participants in TEEX courses are expected to attend all class sessions and field exercises. The course requires participants to attend a minimum of 80% of the class hours as a component of successful course completion. During the course, the instructor will review any additional attendance requirement, for example an activity or exercise that cannot be missed. Additionally, participants are required to score a 70% or better on the Post-Test in order to receive a course certificate of completion. Participants have three attempts to pass the Post-Test.
Recommended
Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) offers the following courses for more training on disaster management and recovery:
- AWR408 Disaster Recovery Awareness (Online)
- MGT342 Strategic Overview of Disaster Management for Water and Wastewater Systems
- MGT317 Disaster Management for Public Services
- MGT341 Disaster Preparedness for Healthcare Organizations within the Community Infrastructure
- MGT343 Disaster Management for Water and Wastewater Utilities
- MGT345 Disaster Management for Electric Power Systems
Upon successful completion, you will be able to:
- Identify federal guidance and directives that help lead communities to a successful disaster recovery.
- Discuss the major Federal disaster assistance and recovery programs available to jurisdictions following a disaster.
- Discuss operational planning and applicant collaboration considerations of the Public Assistance process.
- Discuss elements of the initial stages of the FEMA Public Assistance Program process leading to project formulation.
- Discuss key considerations in formulation and managing Public Assistance projects.
- Discuss key considerations in funding, monitoring, and closing out Public Assistance projects.
Suggested Audience
This is a management-level course designed for city, county, state, and tribal officials and front-line leaders who might be called upon to plan for, perform, or support recovery operations before, during, and/or after a disaster. It may also include both public and private community members that are likely to be involved in community disaster recovery, to include (but not limited to) the following:
- Directors and staff of local response agencies
- Supervisors and front-line employees from governmental administrative disciplines and services
- Finance and purchasing
- Hazardous Materials (HazMat) response
- Housing development
- Public works
- Emergency management
- Municipally-owned electric utilities
- Fire and EMS
Water/Wastewater
Law - Public health/healthcare facilities
- Hospital department heads or managers
- College and university representatives and school district staff
- Airport and port facility managers
- Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), public non-profit, private-sector organizations,and Public Information Officers (PIOs)
Continuing Education And Professional Credits
- International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM)
Government Programs
- For DHS/FEMA Funded Courses, please contact [email protected] or call (800) 723-3811
- GSA contract number: GS-07F-0357V. GSA customers, to register please contact [email protected] or call (800) 723-3811
Contact Information
Infrastructure Training & Safety Institute
OSHA Training Institute Education Center
Phone: | Toll-Free: (800) 723-3811 or (800) SAFE-811
Email: [email protected]