Insert certificates in the order they are reported after the Summary of Training sheets with documentation. If you are using a second college degree (different from the one which fulfills the Education Requirement), attach a transcript. Supporting documentation must be attached. REMEMBER: Scan college or FEMA transcript, certificate of completion, or final class roster with your name or other acceptable documentation from the institution that conducted the training. A maximum of twenty-five (25) hours will be accepted for any one documented training course. Supporting documentation should be attached and must show the number of classroom hours (or college credits for a college course). PROFESSIONAL CONTRIBUTIONS SECTION INSTRUCTIONS Criteria TEM-B Contributions to Emergency Management Three (3) The concept of professionalism is ultimately defined as one’s contributions to the profession. Candidates can list any or all activities giving special consideration to the most current activities. Specific verification documenting activity is requested such as a letter, certificate, or other proof of activity. Contact information also is solicited for some contributions and will be checked at the Commission’s discretion. All submissions must contribute to and support the field of Emergency Management. Contributions must have occurred in the last five (5) years. Contributions must clearly demonstrate a commitment to the emergency management profession. Each candidate must satisfy the requirement of professional contributions to the emergency management community. Contributions submitted for credit must include the date(s) and be supported by adequate documentation. All Professional Contributions must have occurred within the last five (5) years. Each category is limited to one (1) contribution credit. Do not duplicate any activities already included in the application (e.g., Disaster Experience or Exercise). It is suggested to submit more than the minimum contributions (e.g., if you are required to submit three (3) contributions, submit an extra one (1) or two (2) to make sure that the requirements are fulfilled). Pay close attention to NOTES that may be at the top of the Contribution Submittal Form. This will indicate what is being focused on by the reviewing Certification Commissioners. Documentation must be submitted to clearly support your of the activity. Commissioners do not contact the provided reference unless there is a question on the activity or documentation submitted. Each applicant is required to fill out the Professional Contributions checklist to indicate which Contributions the applicant has submitted documentation.
A. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP TEM-B membership for two (2) years in an emergency management related professional organization with at least one year in EMAT. The basis of qualification for this contribution is the organization’s mission, which should be concerned about one or more mission areas of emergency management and consistent with the protection of life and property from disaster. If the mission of the organization is not apparent by its title, it should be provided in verifiable format (such as from the organization’s website). The scope of the organization should be state, national, or international. Some examples include professional organizations such as IAEM, EMAT, NEMA, and Association of Contingency Planners. Submit a copy of the current membership card or membership directory for each year of membership. One (1) single membership organization for the required number of years or any combination of organizations over the required period. While multiple organizations may be used, documentation of different years must be provided. You must maintain membership in EMAT to continue to use the designation of TEM-B after your name. Membership years: Name of association or organization: Describe how the association or organization relates to emergency preparedness: Describe how your affiliations with association or organization benefit you and the organization you represent: Upload membership or email showing membership. Provide information only if the association or organization you are a member with is not commonly associated with emergency management. Simply attach your membership cards or invoice showing your two years of membership. B. PROFESSIONIAL CONFERENCE: Attendance at a national or conference or annual meeting relevant to emergency management. Acceptable conferences may be hosted by national, state, regional, or local agencies with an emergency management role. Training (how to) workshops do not fulfill this requirement. A one or two day meeting on a single topic is considered a workshop. Applicants cannot duplicate a conference here when they have sought the ten (10) hour training credit in the Training Section. Applicant must submit a verification of attendance (e.g., acknowledgment letter, certification of attendance, etc.).