The use and programing of GPS units are given with a field exercise following. Community Safety and First Aid will be given at the American Red Cross. There is a cost for this class as required by the American Red Cross. A select few of the volunteers will be taught how to program a few of the repeaters used. Incident Command System will be provided for those who desire to receive it.
Most classes are free.
Some may have a fee depending on the class and agency providing the service. Other classes coming in the Fall include Response to Terrorism , Disaster Preparedness and Hazardous Material Response . This group will be on call with the public agencies to be the first to respond to an incident. There is no age limit. They are taught the essentials to become good operators as well as that needed to pass the license exam.