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Structured programs with enrollment — CERT, Red Cross, extension workshops, community college courses, and credential paths in New Mexico.
Find NM programsEmergency response training
New Mexico has emergency training available through county emergency management offices, the American Red Cross, New Mexico State University Cooperative Extension, and NMDHSEM. CERT training is available in most counties.
Community Emergency Response Team — free training through your county emergency management office. Covers triage, fire safety, light search and rescue, and disaster psychology.
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First aid, CPR/AED, babysitter training, and disaster preparedness courses. Search by ZIP to find the nearest class and schedule near you in New Mexico.
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Free severe weather spotter training from the National Weather Service. Learn to identify and report dangerous weather conditions.
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County-level programs in food preservation, gardening, agriculture, family finance, and emergency preparedness. Most are free or low-cost.
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Search for EMT certification, welding, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, sustainable agriculture, and emergency management programs near you.
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Ham radio is the most resilient communication method when infrastructure fails. Find clubs offering license classes near you in New Mexico.
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