Communities of Oakland Respond to Emergencies [CORE Program]
Communities of Oakland Respond to Emergencies (CORE) is a free emergency preparedness and response training program of the Oakland Fire Department. CORE provides free emergency preparedness training for individuals, neighborhood groups and community-based organizations in Oakland.
Stay Informed! > EMERGENCY MASS NOTIFICATIONS
Know Your Zone! > ZONEHAVEN EMERGENCY EVACUATION INFO
Volunteer! > DISASTER SERVICE WORKING VOLUNTEERS
Community Outreach & Engagement
In addition to signing up for AC Alert, the Mass Notification System used by City and County agencies throughout Alameda County to rapidly disseminate emergency alerts, here are some other ways to get connected:
Free COVID Testing & Vaccinations
2021 Emergency Operations Plan Update [EOP]
CORE Program Volunteer Opportunities
Talk About the CORE Program
Events
Attend a Virtual Town Hall
Emergency Preparedness & Response Training
How we respond to emergencies has changed. In order to make sure that we are employing the most current and best practices, we have expanded the CORE Program by adding additional training types. What has not changed however, is our commitment to supporting you on your preparedness journey. Check out the training courses below to learn more about how you can develop the skills needed to better serve your family and community.
Personal Emergency Preparedness Classes [PEP]
Community Emergency Response Team Training [CERT]
Coming Soon! | Emergency Respite Center Operations Training [ERC]
Coming Soon! | Supporting People with Access & Functional Needs Training [PAFN]
Coming Soon! | Awareness, Resilience, and Tools Training [ART]
I want to Prepare My Pet
Additional Training Resources
Hands-on Drills & Exercises
Ready, Oakland? The CORE Program is here to help you practice. See below for upcoming opportunities to show off your skills!
Emergency Drills & Exercises - CERT Specific
Citywide Emergency Drills & Exercises
Regional Emergency Drill & Exercises
FAQ
We'll always do our best to keep you informed!
I completed all three CORE Training modules in the past. Is my certification still valid?
I completed some of the CORE [I,II,III] Training in the past. How can I get the rest?
I completed CORE Training in the past but never got my certificate or badge. When will I receive it?
I was a CORE Program Instructor in the past. How can I start teaching again?
Contact Us!
Email: CORE@OaklandCa.gov