G 557 Rapid Needs Assessment   

This course provides the ability of local governments to perform a Rapid Needs Assessment accurately and within the first few hours after an incident or emergency is critical in providing a response designed to save lives. **This course is part of the FEMA Advanced Professional Series (APS)

Prerequisites: Recommend: IS-700.B: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System

Target Audience: local elected officials, emergency management, public works, fire, law, hospital/medical providers, volunteer agencies

Seats Remaining: 30

Begin Date: 1/8/2026

End Date: 1/8/2026

Time: 9:00 AM--4:30 PM

Location:
Buchanan County Emergency Management 1210 1st St West
Independence
Iowa - 50644




Additional Information:

1) Enter through the Southwest door into the operations center, please park in Southwest lot. 2) Use the main entrance under the overhang. 3) Travel and meals are on you own, adequate time will be provided.