USAR Rescue Specialist
Overview
This program is designed for members of a search and rescue task force that wish to obtain the highest level of training and expertise in structural collapse rescue operations. Training is verifiable and transferable from employer to employer.
This course is for those looking to:
- increase awareness of changing operational guidelines, procedures, and NFPA Standards.
- gain a solid, broad-based education in urban search and rescue training and response.
- enhance their potential for career advancement.
Required Courses
This certificate has recommended prerequisites
Prior to starting work on the certificate, we strongly suggest that you discuss with us if you have completed an acceptable Rope Rescue and Structural Collapse course.
Elective Course (Choose one of the following below)
Elective Courses
To ensure that you are exposed to other job requirements of working on a US&R task force, you are required to complete one elective course. For all elective courses not taken from TEEX, the curriculum will need to match or mirror the appropriate FEMA National US&R System or TEEX curriculum.
Choose one of the following:
Search and Rescue Safety Officer – 32 hours
9p1431
Search Planning and Management
How to Apply for a Certificate
Once you have completed all of the required courses, and one elective course, email [email protected]. Once your completion has been verified, a certification will be sent to you.