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Santa Clara County ARES®/RACES

2023 Year-End Summary

Course Description

This class will cover core course materials and operating procedures that have been updated, newly released, or not previously discussed, in the previous 12 months and provide a preview of things to come.

NOTE: this course is *not* a substitute for the core courses and does not replace the need to attend them.

Intended Audience
Any new or experienced hams that participate in ARES/RACES
Prerequisites
  • Valid Technician class or higher Amateur Radio license
Format
In person, up to 3 hours
Students should bring
  • Copy of course materials (see below)
  • Pen/pencil and pad of paper
  • Clipboard or other writing surface (no tables, chairs only for this class)
Learning Objectives
  • Understand the changes to training classes and operations procedures that occurred during 2023
  • Better understand key concepts that are reinforced
  • Be aware of additional changes that are coming soon
Topics Covered
  • Credentialing
  • Hospital Update
  • Update Your Contact Information
  • Packet Update
  • Weekly Packet Practice
  • 2023 Forms Review
  • RF Safety Evaluation
  • 2023/2024 Training
  • Q and A

Course Materials

Bring the following on paper or in electronic form: