Webinars on the Community Rating System
The CRS Webinar Series provides both live and on-demand training to communities that are not yet participating in the Community Rating System, local government staff who are new to the CRS, and those with experience in the program. The Series includes basic introductory sessions and more advanced topics, most averaging about an hour in length.
Schedule
| Date | Topic |
|---|---|
| June 16 | Introduction to the CRS |
| June 17 | CRS and Coastal Hazards |
| July 21 | Preparing an Annual Recertification |
| July 22 | Changes to Activity 310 Elevation Certificates |
| August 18 | The Role of the Community CRS Coordinator |
| August 19 | Activity 450 Watershed Management |
| September 15 | Preparing an Annual Recertification |
| September 16 | Changes to Activity 310 Elevation Certificates |
| October 13 | Changes in the CRS: The 2021 Addendum to the CRS Manual |
| October 14 | CRS & Substantial Damage Properties Management Plans |
| November 17 | Changes in the CRS: The 2021 Addendum to the CRS Manual |
| November 18 | Activity 370 (Flood Insurance Promotion) |
| December 15 | Changes in the CRS: The 2021 Addendum to the CRS Manual |
| December 16 | CRS & Substantial Damage Properties Management Plans |
Registration
Click here and type “CRS” in the search field to view webinars that are now open for registration.
Emergency Management Institute Courses
Community Rating System (CRS) training opportunities are offered throughout the year at the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA’s) Emergency Management Institute (EMI) and at field-deployed locations. New CRS coordinators are encouraged to attend the 4-day CRS class (E278). The course is free, and travel expenses are covered for those accepted to the EMI. Click here for course information and schedules.
Videos
Pocket Guide to the Community Rating System
Community Rating System (CRS) Overview
CRS Activity 610 – Flood Warning & Response
Preparing for CRS Verification Visit
CRS Repetitive Loss Properties
CRS Users Groups
CRS communities across the country have formed CRS Users Groups to share information about CRS activities and credits. The groups also offer training opportunities. Click below for contact information for each group.
List of All CRS Users Groups