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As part of the Homeland Security Act of 2002, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is charged with sustaining the preparedness of the U.S., to reduce vulnerabilities, prevent, respond to and recover from acts of terrorism.

To this end, the DHS has highlighted the National Emergency Training Center (NETC) in Emmitsburg, Md., where classes are conducted nearly year-round.

The NETC includes the National Fire Academy (NFS) and the Emergency Management Institute (EMI). The student body includes representatives of federal, state, and local government, volunteer organizations, private industry and educational institutions. Course topics range from hazards planning for schools to the Integrated Emergency Management Course, which uses realistic exercises to practice emergency response activities for a community. The classes last from two days to two weeks.

For more information or to enroll in courses, visit www.training.fema.gov/emiweb/EMICourses/

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