NCCR Disaster Training Institute - fall 2015
November 14-15, 2015

What:             Two Day Training Institute
Where:           Walker Creek Ranch
                             1700 Marshall-Petaluma Road
                              Petaluma, CA 94952
Attendees:    Red Cross volunteers and employees. 
                              No outside guests allowed.
Registration:   Registration will open on October 2, 2015.                 
                                   100 participants.
 Cost:                 $45 Overnighter  
                              $25 Commuter 
You can attend one day or two days.  Attendance for the  entire duration of the Institute is strongly recommended.  The cost of the Institute covers lodging, training,  and most meals.  (The Institute  cost is the same for one class or multiple classes.)  Fee is non-refundable and non-transferable.

Things to know about the NCCR Disaster Training Institute

Out of respect for our donor dollars, this event has been planned with an eye toward creating the most comprehensive training event possible for the least cost and the least environmental impact.  You will see this demonstrated by the facilities selected and the training methodologies.  By making those choices, more volunteers and employees can be trained on how to provide vital services. 

You will have a choice between two tickets: NCCR Disaster Training Institute Commuter or NCCR Disaster Training Institute Overnighter.  Tickets are good for up to two days of training, depending on your course selections.    Overnight tickets are $45 and includes three meals on Saturday and two meals on Sunday.   Friday's dinner is on your own.  A $25 Commuter ticket includes lunch and also can include dinner if you reserve it.   Ticket prices are guaranteed until October 15th.

Going Green

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This will be a paperless event.  We will not be printing course materials – everything will be provided to you electronically before the event.  You will be asked in the registration process if you have a device (i.e. laptop, tablet, Kindle, etc.) you can bring with you. If you want paper copies of your course materials, you will need to print those and bring them with you.

What to bring

    -   Your curiosity, flexibility, and sense of humor.  It's going to be a great weekend!
    -   Attendees are responsible to download or print their training materials and bring them to the Institute. 
         (New to a paperless event?  Bring your laptop or tablet and our IT will be available to help you download your courses.)
    -   Comfortable shoes, comfortable Fall clothing (business casual), sunscreen, a light jacket or coat for traveling between  
          buildings.

Lodging

We have lodging available Friday, November 13 and Saturday, November 14.  We will be staying at the Ranch, all lodging will be in Bunk Cabins.  The Bunk Cabins are dormitory style with bunk beds.  You will need to bring your own bedding (sheets, towel, pillow).  There is a shared central bathhouse.  A blanket or sleeping bag is suggested.  Please email registration at [email protected] and use the subject line "Housing" for lodging inquires.

Choosing your courses

Below you will find the schedule of each day’s classes. If you are interested in finding out more about a course and its requirements, click on the Course Catalog on the right.  If you need help picking out courses, you are welcome to talk to your Disaster Program Manager or contact our NCCR Institute  "career counselor" who can help you decide which track you should take based on your experience and interests.  Please email Meg McDonald for assistance with your schedule at [email protected] and use the subject line "Institute Career Counseling."

Course offerings & Tracks

Below you will find the courses offered each day at the NCCR Disaster Training Institute.  If you are interested in finding out more about a course, its requirements, and/or its prerequisites , click on the Course Catalog on the right and explore our upcoming courses.  We also encourage you to explore the suggested tracks.  If you've had a course in the track, you can substitute another course  into that spot.