Emergency Management Institute (EMI)-Resident Educational Program (97.028)

 

Program

97.028 Emergency Management Institute (EMI)-Resident Educational Program

 

Federal Agency

DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

 

Authorization

Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, 42 U.S.C. 5121 et seq.; National Security Act of 1947, 50 U.S.C. 401 et seq.; Defense Production Act of 1950, as amended, 50 U.S.C. App. 2061 et seq.; Earthquake Hazards Reduction Act of 1977, as amended, 42 U.S.C. 7701 et seq.

 

Program Number

97.028

 

Last Known Status

Active

 

Objectives

To improve emergency management practices among State, local and tribal government managers, and Federal officials as well, in response to emergencies and disasters. Programs embody the Comprehensive Emergency Management System by unifying the elements of management common to all emergencies: planning, preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery.

 

Types of Assistance

Training.

 

Uses and Use Restrictions

Acceptance into the specific courses is based on a need to know the information and how it will be used for the benefit of the community. The courses are not open to the general public. The primary audience is State, local and tribal government officials.

 

Eligibility Requirements

Applicant Eligibility

Individuals who need emergency management training and are assigned to an emergency management position in State local or tribal government. Effective October 1, 1998, participants are limited to three trips per fiscal year and are limited to taking the same course only once. Employees of State, local and tribal offices of emergency services are exempt.

Beneficiary Eligibility

The students and communities will benefit.

Credentials/Documentation

Individual applicants may be asked to provide verification of their emergency management role and responsibilities, upon request.

 

Application and Award Process

Preapplication Coordination

This program is excluded from coverage under E.O. 12372.

Application Procedure

A General Admission Application, FEMA Form 75-5, is completed and submitted through the local emergency management organization to the State Emergency Management Director for approval. The approved application is forwarded to the Regional Training Manager at the appropriate FEMA Regional Office for coordination with the Educational and Academic Support Branch at the National Emergency Training Center in Emmitsburg, Maryland.

Award Procedure

The application will be reviewed and the individual notified in writing of his or her acceptance or non- acceptance. Notification is made approximately 45 days prior to the beginning of the class.

Deadlines

Applications for particular classes should be submitted as quickly as possible after receipt of the course catalog or announcement for the appropriate time period.

 

Range of Approval/Disapproval Time

Appeals

May be made to the Superintendent of the Emergency Management Institute.

Renewals

Not applicable.

 

Assistance Considerations

Formula and Matching Requirements

None.

Length and Time Phasing of Assistance

Indefinite.

 

Post Assistance Requirements

Reports

None.

Audits

There may be an evaluation following completion of most courses to determine the application of the information and the benefit derived by the community.

Records

Not applicable.

 

Program Accomplishments

In fiscal year 2001, 8,208 individuals participated in the EMI resident program. The same level of participation is estimated for fiscal years 2002 and 2003.

 

Financial Information

Account Identification

70-0700-0-1-999.

Obligations

(Direct Program Expenditure) FY 02 $5,427,000; FY 03 est $5,427,000; and FY 04 est not available.

Range and Average of Financial Assistance

Not applicable.

 

Regulations, Guidelines and Literature

Emergency Management Institute Course Catalog.

 

Related Programs

97.026, Emergency Management Institute_Training Assistance; 97.027, Emergency Management Institute (EMI)_Independent Study Program.

 

Information Contacts

Regional or Local Office

See EMI Catalog for listing of FEMA Regional Offices.

Headquarters Office

Department of Homeland Security 245 Murray Drive, SW., Washington, DC 20528. Telephone: (202) 282-8000.

Web Site Address

http://www.dhs.gov

 

Examples of Funded Projects

Individuals are provided an opportunity to attend courses at the Emergency Management Institute resident facility.

 

Criteria for Selecting Proposals

Individuals must meet individual course prerequisites and be recommended by their State, local or tribal government for training.

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