DHS COOP

Program Overview

Developing a Continuity of Operations (COOP) plan is a monumental task, even for emergency managers, planners, and other emergency personnel. Multiple offices, pages of key responsibilities, thousands of employees - and that's only a fraction of what to consider when you have to prepare for absolutely everything.

Now it's time for your agency to get up to speed on COOP. You're looking for guidance, or you don't know where to begin.

We're here to help.

CHHS offers "Preparing the States: Implementing Continuity of Operations Planning," a DHS/FEMA certified course. Our experienced instructors train state, local and tribal government emergency planners and other government, institutional, or organizational personnel in COOP planning from outset to implementation. Our two-day course (MGT 331) is designed to equip all participants with the tools necessary to develop and maintain successful COOP plans. An optional half day train-the-trainer section (MGT 331-1) gives participants the skills to train other personnel in COOP planning. And the best part: we come to you.

The course goals are derived from the Nationwide Plan Review, the National Preparedness Goal, and the Target Capabilities List.

Certification Timeline

Scheduling

If you are interested in scheduling a delivery of “Preparing the States: Implementing Continuity of Operations Planning” (either Direct Delivery or Train-the-Trainer courses) in your jurisdiction please contact your DHS State Administrative Agency Point of Contact. If you need additional information, or have questions about the course, contact CHHS.