The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Program educates people about disaster preparedness for hazards that may impact their area and trains them in basic disaster-response skills.  Using training learned in the classroom and during exercises, CERT volunteers can assist others in their community following a disaster when professional responders are not immediately available to help.  Learn how to help yourself, your family, your neighbors, and your community when disaster strikes!

Interested in becoming a CERT volunteer?  Somerset County offers two free CERT training programs in the spring and fall. Please complete the survey below for more information.

Volunteer Application

 Spring CERT Basic Course | Registration is now open. Please note, the Hold Harmless Agreement must be included with your application, or your application will not be accepted.  

Spring CERT Basic Course Hold Harmless Agreement 

Spring CERT Basic Course Application | Deadline to register is May 5th, 2026