DCE Training Plan

IAW USINDOPACOM DCO/E Instruction 3025.23, July 22 2016. (Going through updates) training for DCO and DCEs will occur in two stages: Initial training and Sustainment training.

Initial Training: Built in four modules that provide the framework for the initial CERTEX and EXEVAL. These modules will be completed within 90 days of the DCO assuming responsibilities.

• Module 1: DCO/E Orientation. Provides baseline capabilities to accomplish DCO/E mission.
• Module 2: FEMA on-line academics.
• Module 3: DSCA PH I and II Courses. Includes Post-course continuing education alumni program.
• Module 4: CERTEX/EXEVAL training. DCO/E physical setup with communications, a CERTEX consists of a full day of academics, DCE internal training, and a CPX designed to demonstrate the performance of the duties and functions of internal DCO/E operations

Sustainment Training. Vital to the DCO/E’s ability to maintain currency for future operations. Waivers for sustainment training will be considered on a case by case basis and approved by the Deputy Commanding General (DCG) USARPAC (NG). Sustainment training consists of the following:

• Internal team training events.
• Participation in other regional CERTEX/EXEVALs, USARPAC and INDOPACOM Table Top Exercises, and other regional or state/ territories exercises.
• Continuing education to include independent study and resident courses.

The following courses are the minimum recommended which can be enhanced by the DCO/E yearly training guidance:

• Pacific Executive Leaders Program - Center for Homeland Defense and Security (CHDS) Naval Post Graduate School for Homeland Defense and Security.
• Certified Emergency Manager and Associate Emergency Management courses.

Links to Training

FEMA Training

Additional Duty Training