What is the process for certification?
Once hired, based on the requirements above, a CSO applicant must complete the following within 180 days:
- first aid training, as determined by the employing institution,
- Introduction to the Incident Command System (IS-100.C) by FEMA, and
- compulsory minimum entry-level training (Curriculum below) and pass all portions with a 70% or higher.
After all requirements are met, the CSO's point of contact must submit a signed CSO application form to DCJS for review and certification. Certification is valid for 2 years.
