Get Trained

Become a Volunteer

Learning first aid, CPR, or how to be better prepared will help you and your community during an emergency.
There are many opportunities for training, usually the cost is free or minimal.

These organizations and others are always need of volunteers.

Visit the Prince George's Volunteer Center website for more information on volunteer opportunities or call 301-699-2800.

American Red Cross
The American Red Cross offers first aid, cpr, aquatics, and caregiver training. They also offer a series of disaster response training for volunteers. For more information call 301-559-8500

Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT)
Prince George's County Office of Emergency Management trains individuals in emergency response through a program called Community Emergency Response Program (CERT). CERT Teams are being trained throughout the County to be assist in times of national or natural emergencies.

Call 301-583-1899 for more information about this program or go to the website and select Office of Emergency Management.

The Bowie Volunteer Fire Department
The Bowie Volunteer Fire Department offers CPR training.
All classes are held at:

Bowie Volunteer Fire Department
Company 43 – Pointer Ridge
16408 Pointer Ridge Drive
Bowie, MD 20716
301-249-6525

View the training information and schedule on their website and then call 301-390-8255 to register for a class.