Course Catalog

"This course discusses strategies for effectively communicating within the chain of command. Specifically designed for leaders and supervisors, this course teaches strategies for communicating top down messages. This course must be completed within 2 years of promotion. This course is a pre-requisite to ""CPTP 2015 Group 1 Capstone.""

This course was formerly named ""Communicating Top Down Messages."" ""Communicating Top Down Messages"" does satisfy this course requirement."

Course Description
When disaster strikes it can be a challenge to effectively mobilize, organize, and deploy resources needed to perform search and rescue operations. The purpose of this course is to prepare participants to support a large search and rescue incident in a variety of roles ranging from searchers in the field, planning and support staff, and incident command. While built around the model of a large search and rescue event following a disaster, the course content applies to a vast number of critical situations including missing persons searches, natural disasters, terrorist incidents, and other scenarios.

This course exposes participants to a search management system focused on resource management and search documentation designed to conduct search operations efficiently and effectively. The instructor cadre will lead participants through facilitated discussions, table-top exercises, and hands-on activities in practical search skills and search management based on real world scenarios. The three-day long event concludes with a table-top exercise which requires participants to utilize the skills gained during the course to work through an incident from start to finish in a single operational period.

The instructor cadre are experienced search and rescue team members from the Federal Urban Search and Rescue System (FEMA US&R), State, municipal, and Volunteer teams. They bring a wealth of experience gained responding to some of nation’s largest and most challenging operations.

The Modular Emergency Response Radiological Transportation Training (MERRTT) program is designed to take the complex topic of a radiological accident response and break it down into easily understood modules and hands-on practical exercises.

Students will be presented with the training to simplify the topic while developing a comprehensive understanding of radioactive material, radiological survey instruments, decontamination techniques for handling radiologically contaminated victims, and resources available to responders during a response.

An important element of the training is detailed information on the types of packages used to transport radioactive material.

The MERRTT Train-the-Trainer is delivered in approximately 16 classroom hours. In addition to covering all of the material in the Full 2-Day MERRTT, the Train-the-Trainer will review the MERRTT Instructor Manual which covers the administrative aspects of delivering the MERRTT program.

The TERO raises awareness about the risk factors, triggers and stressors, and warning behaviors that could impact a person's decision to commit an act of targeted violence.

Further, it outlines the mitigating factors that could help prevent acts of targeted violence, while emphasizing the importance of community involvement in seeking help for individuals, and respecting their constitutional rights, privacy, civil rights, and civil liberties.

Offered by Everbridge: Safety News Alert; Safety News Alert keeps safety professionals up to date on the latest OSHA news and regulations, delivers effective safety training ideas, seasoned perspective and analysis of workers’ comp cases and injury cases from other companies – all to help you keep your people safe and productive. Safety News Alert, part of the SuccessFuel Network, provides the latest Safety and employment law news for Safety professionals in the trenches by delivering actionable insights, helping Safety executives understand what Safety trends mean to their businesses.

"The key to high productivity lies in setting priorities and managing time. Time management skills provide individuals with the ability to identify important tasks, plan time strategically, and manage emergencies effectively.

(This course is only a Team Lead requirement if seeking promotion from Team Lead 2 to Team Lead 3.)"

The GOHSEP Instructor Train-the-Trainer (TTT) is a required orientation session for all instructors delivering courses on behalf of the Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (GOHSEP). This one-hour session provides instructors with a clear understanding of GOHSEP’s instructional expectations, policies, and professional standards.

The course covers requirements for delivering Incident Command System (ICS) courses and Basic Academy classes, ensuring consistency and quality in instruction across the state. Participants will gain familiarity with GOHSEP’s training philosophy, instructor responsibilities, course management processes, and student engagement expectations.

Course Objectives:
Upon completion of this session, participants will be able to:

*Understand GOHSEP’s expectations and professional standards for instructors.
*Apply instructional best practices specific to ICS and Basic Academy courses.
*Follow GOHSEP course administration, reporting, and recordkeeping requirements.
*Identify responsibilities for maintaining instructor eligibility and certification.

This course provides participants with a foundational yet practical understanding of artificial intelligence, equipping them to explore its capabilities and applications within modern systems. Through interactive discussions and real-world case studies, attendees will gain insights into key AI concepts and learn how to strategically integrate AI into operational environments. Core topics include:

Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence
Overview of Common AI Models and Their Functions
Real-World Applications in Administration, Situational Awareness, and Communication
Ethical Implications and Implementation Challenges
Strategies for Integrating AI into Existing Infrastructure
By the end of the course, participants will have gained a comprehensive understanding of Artificial Intelligence and how it can be utilized to maximize activities in emergency management.

The Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) course teaches emergency managers how to develop and implement plans to ensure essential functions of an organization can continue operating during a disruption caused by an emergency, disaster, or other significant event, focusing on identifying critical operations, designating alternate work locations, and managing vital records to maintain continuity of services; often including aspects of succession planning and communication strategies to facilitate smooth transition in crisis situations.  At the end of the course, attendees will have developed a brief outline of a COOP for their own organization

This course is an introduction to Cybersecurity for Leadership with a focus on Law Enforcement professionals. The areas that will be covered are:
-What is Cybersecurity,
-What to do in the event of a Cybersecurity incident, and
-Planning factors into incident response.

This course provides a comprehensive understanding of emergency notification systems, covering multiple platforms such as Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA), mass notification systems, social media benefits and traditional media. Participants will learn how to integrate these platforms effectively to ensure timely and accurate public communication during emergencies.

By the end of this course, participants will:

Understand the various notification platforms available for emergency alerts.
Learn how to draft and disseminate emergency messages across multiple platforms.
Practice using state and federal emergency notification tools, including IPAWS (Integrated Public Alert & Warning System).
Analyze case studies of past emergency notifications.
Develop an emergency communication strategy tailored to their needs.

This course provides an overview of Emergency Support Function-1 (ESF-1) – Transportation, with a focus on Louisiana’s structures, resources, and coordination requirements. Participants will explore how ESF-1 supports disaster response, evacuation, and recovery, and will apply lessons learned through hands-on activities designed to build local transportation coordination plans.

By the end of the course, students will understand ESF-1 and leave with the beginnings of a transportation coordination framework for their community.

Day 1 - HMA Developing a Quality Application

This 4-hour training will be facilitated by GOHSEP Hazard Mitigation section providing step-by-step instruction on navigating FEMA’s Hazard Mitigation Assistance (HMA) grant programs, including HMGP and FMA. Designed for local officials, emergency managers, grant administrators, and planners. This course covers everything from hazard mitigation fundamentals and eligible activities to application development, benefit-cost analysis, and post-award compliance. Participants will engage in activities with real-world examples, and learn best practices in the areas of:

· Project Planning

· Budgeting

· Scope of Work Development

· Reporting

FEMA HMA programs eligibility and match requirements.
Utilize GOHSEP Grants for application submission and management.
Recognize common application and post-award compliance issues.
Apply knowledge through interactive activities and case-based learning.
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By the end of the session, attendees will understand how to align projects with local mitigation plans, avoid common application mistakes, and effectively manage awarded grants in compliance with FEMA and state requirements.

Day 2 - EMPG & SHSP Navigating the Process

Preparedness grants support our citizens and first responders within the State of Louisiana to build, sustain and improve our capability to prepare for, protect against, respond to, recover from and mitigate terrorism and other high-consequence disasters and emergencies. This 4-hour training course will be facilitated by the GOHSEP Preparedness Grants section offering participants the opportunity to receive hands-on training within the GOHSEP Grants database from accepting the preparedness grants award to processing reimbursement. Participants will also receive foundational knowledge in the areas of:

· Preparedness Grants Funding

· Quarterly Report Compliance

· Common Preparedness Grant Issues

· Preparedness Grant Deadlines

By the end of the course, participants will have a well-rounded understanding of the Preparedness grants process

in order to more efficiently navigate the GOHSEP grants database system.

Day 1—LCSS Grants: (4 hours - Robbie Martin, Melissa Murphy, and SDMI)

Description: This class is designed to educate parish emergency managers and school officials on the funding opportunities for security enhancements or measures for schools and nonprofit organizations at risk of threats or acts of violence, terrorist attacks, or other extremist attacks. Also, there will be a review of the process of completing an application and other key components of the grant with an overview on navigating GMPro and the GMPro splash page.

Day 2—Physical Site Assessments: (4 Hours- Noel Bellas)

Description: This class demonstrates how taking a systems-based approach to school physical security assessments which can help schools create safe and secure learning environments – without requiring school staff to become security experts or compro­mising the broader educational mission.

This course offers a practicum in the FEMA Public Assistance Process from obtaining a declaration through final close out of the grant. Participants will receive foundational and practical knowledge in the following subjects and topics:
• PA Declaration process
• Preliminary Damage Assessment
• Requests for Assistance
• Damage Impact Inventory
• Logical Grouping
• Streamlined Applications
• FEMA Review Steps and Processes for Fund Obligation
• How to receive Reimbursements after Obligation
• Reporting and Documentation Requirements
• Final Reconciliation and Closeout
By the end of the course, participants will have a well-rounded understanding of the PA process from beginning to end in order to more efficiently help their communities recover post disaster event.

This course offers a guide to complying with both federal procurement regulations and Louisiana procurement laws when preparing for, responding to, and recovering from a disaster or emergency. Participants will receive foundational and practical knowledge in the following subjects and topics:

Establishing/updating procurement policies
Determining appropriate procurement methods
Drafting contracts
Identifying potential procurement exceptions and understanding their requirements
Conducting a cost analysis
Avoiding common procurement mistakes
By the end of the course, participants will have a well-rounded skill set in procurement processes and facilitating continuous improvement to build community efficiency and resiliency.

This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the roles and responsibilities of public information officers and best practices for clear, concise and trustworthy emergency messaging. Participants will receive foundational and practical knowledge in the following subjects and topics:

· Statements for Inquiries

· Press briefings and interviews

· Social Media Strategies

· Coordinating Communications

By the end of the course, participants will have a comprehensive understanding of communicating emergency messaging through multiple means and platforms and reaching the intended audience.

This course offers a practical and comprehensive examination of resilient building construction and wind mitigation strategies that strengthen Louisiana communities and lead to more affordable insurance discounts. Designed for parish and municipal leaders who influence building policy, recovery programs, and community preparedness, the training is led by the Louisiana Department of Insurance in partnership with state agencies and key stakeholders, including OCD-DRU, LHC, LaHouse, IBHS, and the HBAGNO Wind Mitigation Task Force. Through interactive sessions and real-world examples, participants will gain the knowledge and tools needed to support resilient construction practices that reduce disaster losses and attract insurance investment across the state.

What participants will learn:
• How resilient construction can lower insurance costs and improve community recovery
• Fundamentals of IBHS Fortified Standards and their three levels (Roof, Silver, Gold)
• Benefits of Wind Mitigation Surveys and how to leverage them for insurance discounts
• Available funding programs and legislative initiatives supporting Fortified construction
• How to engage communities and enforce building codes to improve resilience

Who the course is for:
• Parish officials
• Elected officials
• Emergency managers
• Municipal leaders and planners
• State departments and agencies
• Builders, inspectors, and industry representatives

Emergency Management Training for K-12 Campuses
Louisiana Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness has partnered with the University of Louisiana at Lafayette to offer no-cost training and technical assistance to local education agencies and schools to enhance their ability to plan and prepare for any hazard that may impact Louisiana schools.

Developing/Enhancing School Emergency Operations Plans (EOP) Workshop
This workshop consists of (2) 4-hour trainings intended to close the gap between researchers and practitioners implementing research-based the best practices for school emergency management planning according to US Department of Homeland Security, FEMA, US Secret Service, and the US Department of Education. Participants will review and discuss the whole-community planning process for partners within the school system and the response community. The training will also focus on building a better school safety exercise to prepare school faculty and staff by emphasizing national best practices and current state practices for responder trainings.