National Incident Management System (NIMS)
Incident Command System (ICS)
The Incident Command System, or ICS, is a standardized modular approach to the command, control, and coordination of emergency response and management. ICS is part of the National Incident Management System (NIMS) which is implemented through FEMA and the Department of Homeland Security. All ICS courses are taught by qualified instructors that have completed MGT-906 (ICS-449) and are certified through FEMA and the Oregon Office of Emergency Management as ICS Instructors. ICS can be applied not only to response agencies, but also to private sector corporations and nongovernmental organizations as a means to manage emergency situations or even daily operations.
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IS-100.C Introduction to the Incident Command SystemICS-100, Introduction to the Incident Command System, introduces the Incident Command System (ICS) and provides the foundation for higher level ICS training. This course describes the history, features and principles, and organizational structure of the Incident Command System. It also explains the relationship between ICS and the National Incident Management System (NIMS). Students must attend the entire course in order to receive certification. This is the in-person classroom version of the online training course.
PLEASE NOTE: This course features a digital online course exam, students must bring or have access to a web-capable device in order to complete the exam and get their certificate. Course Prerequisites:
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IS-200.C ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action IncidentsICS-200 is designed to enable personnel to operate efficiently during an incident or event within the Incident Command System (ICS). ICS-200 provides training on and resources for personnel who are likely to assume a supervisory position within the ICS. Students must attend the entire course in order to receive certification. This is the in-person classroom version of the online training course.
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ICS-300 Intermediate ICS for Expanding IncidentsICS-300 provides an in-depth focus on the NIMS Incident Command System (ICS) that includes the tools, practices and procedures that are available in ICS to effectively manage emergency incidents or planned events. Expanding upon ICS-100 and ICS-200, this course ensures that responders understand the basic ICS concepts that allow an incident management organization to expand and contract as needed to fit the incident and maintain its operational effectiveness. Students must attend the entire course in order to receive certification.
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ICS-400 Advanced Incident Command SystemICS-400 provides training and resources for responders who require advanced application of the ICS by providing overall incident management skills rather than tactical expertise. Expanding upon information covered in ICS-100 through ICS-300 courses, ICS-400 emphasizes large-scale organizational development, roles and relationships of the command and general staff, and planning, operational, logistical and fiscal considerations related to large and complex incident and event management. The course also describes the application of Area Command and the importance of interagency coordination on complex incidents and events. Students must attend the entire course in order to receive certification.
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ICS-402 ICS Overview for Executives/Senior OfficialsThe purpose of this course is an overview to familiarize Executives/Senior Officials (elected officials, city/county managers, agency administrators, etc.) with incident Command System (ICS) principles and their role in supporting incident management. Additional courses are available to learn more about ICS. Further ICS courses and experience are required to qualify to serve in the Command and General Staff positions.
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G0191 ICS/EOC Interface WorkshopThe course provides an opportunity for emergency management and response personnel to begin developing an Incident Command System (ICS)/Emergency Operations Center (EOC) interface for their communities. The course reviews ICS and EOC characteristics, responsibilities and functions and depends heavily on activities and group discussions to formulate an interface. Students must attend the entire course in order to receive certification.
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