Introduction to the Incident Command System, ICS 100 (IS-100.c)
Issued by FEMA · National Disaster & Emergency Management University · US
Learn the basic structure and principles of the Incident Command System used in emergency management.
A little more about it
Learn the basic structure and principles of the Incident Command System used in emergency management. The official course page provides an online learning activity and final examination, with no course prerequisites. Passing the examination can lead to an Independent Study completion certificate. This records training and does not license the learner to act as an emergency responder.
What this credential means
A government agency’s course-completion certificate. It is not an occupational license, responder authorization, or earned degree.
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What you receive
Introduction to the Incident Command System, ICS 100 (IS-100.c)
- Online Independent Study course
- Final online exam
- Completion certificate after meeting program requirements
Format: digital, printable. The stated credential is included.
What it takes
Specific prerequisites have not been confirmed. Check the provider’s current requirements before applying.
Exam: required. Practical assessment: not confirmed.
Where you can get it
The current FEMA FAQ identifies first responders, EMS personnel and US citizens as the primary audience. FEMA SID and Login.gov accounts are required for exams. International certificate eligibility has not been confirmed.
Confirmed availability: US.
Worldwide eligibility has not been confirmed. Source-confirmed languages: English.
Validity & renewal
The validity period has not been confirmed. Check the provider for current terms.
Renewal requirements have not been confirmed.
Sources & verification
- Official offering at training.fema.gov Primary issuer or provider source
- Supporting source at training.fema.gov
- Supporting source at training.fema.gov
Individual official course page retrieved with duration, prerequisites, course and exam links. Completion certificate availability checked on the program page. Cost and international certification eligibility left unconfirmed. Evidence: research/raw/learning-fema-evidence.json and learning-web-read-4.json. Current official FAQ confirms downloadable and printable PDF certificates after passing.
Reviewed 25 October 2026. Prices, availability and requirements can change. The provider’s current terms take precedence.
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