How do I check my NIMS certification?
You can request copies of certificates or a student transcript by calling the EMI Independent Study office at 301-447-1200. If you would like an Official Transcript please access the IS Transcript Request form at http://training.fema.gov/EMIWeb/downloads/tranrqst1.pdf.
How does the National Incident Management System work?
The National Incident Management System (NIMS) guides all levels of government, nongovernmental organizations and the private sector to work together to prevent, protect against, mitigate, respond to and recover from incidents. NIMS defines operational systems that guide how personnel work together during incidents.
Is 700 a summary?
Taking a broader, system-wide view, IS-700 introduces and overviews the National Incident Management System (NIMS). NIMS provides a consistent, nationwide template to enable all responders, whether government, private-sector, or nongovernmental organizations, to work together during domestic incidents.
Which NIMS is applicable to all stakeholders?
NIMS is a common framework for emergency management and incident response that is applicable to all stakeholders with incident related responsibilities.
What is NIMS certification?
NIMS certifies individual skills against the national standards. The NIMS credentialing program requires that the candidate meet both performance and theory requirements. Both the performance and knowledge examinations are industry-designed and industry-piloted. There are 52 distinct NIMS skill certifications.
Is ICS and NIMS the same?
Under NIMS, the State Operational Center (SOC) organizational structure reflects basic Incident Command System (ICS) functions. However, ICS is a field-based tactical communications system, whereas NIMS provides a system for managing the event at the local, operational area, region and state levels.
Why is the National Incident Management System Important?
Why do we need NIMS? NIMS provides commonality in preparedness and response efforts that allow diverse entities to readily integrate and, if necessary, establish unified command during an incident.
How do I get my ICS certificates?
You can contact the Independent Study Program’s Customer Support Center at (301) 447-1200 or [email protected]. One of our Customer Support Representatives will look up your student record, verify your course completion and issue you a certificate via email.