I'm sure I'm not the only one that is constantly asked by cadets about how to get their GES. So I've written up a quick little guide on how to earn your GES. Tell me what you think, any constructive criticism is appreciated.
You can download the original with proper formatting here: http://darkwatersyntax.com/GES.odt (http://darkwatersyntax.com/GES.odt)
QuoteGuide to General Emergency Services
The purpose of this guide is to familiarize you with the requirements to earn your General Emergency Services and begin your CAP career in Emergency Services.
As CAPR 60-3 Chapter 2 Section 3 Part A states;
"The General Emergency Services specialty rating is required of all individuals qualifying in emergency services and will be completed prior to commencing training for any other specialty"
With that being said there are only three things that are required to get your GES.
Completion of CAPT 116 https://tests.cap.af.mil/newtests/test.cfm?grp=dos
Completion of ICS-100 or better http://training.fema.gov/EMIWeb/IS/IS100A.asp
Completion of Level 1
Upon completion of these exams go into eServices, click on My Operations Qualifications/National Reports and then click on Emergency Services. This page should bring up your CAPF 101. Print this out and present it to your ES officer.
You also have the option to add a photo to your CAPF 101. To do this you must take a photo of yourself that meets the following requirements;
Photo must have been taken within the last 12 months.
Must be a color picture, full face, front view with a white or off white background.
Photo should capture from slightly above the top of your hair to the middle of your chest.
Head should be centered within the picture and looking at the camera with eyes open.
Photo should be in normal street attire or appropriate CAP uniform.
Headgear should not be worn.
If you normally wear prescription glasses, they should be worn for the picture.
You can also try taking your picture vertically instead of horizontally.
Flags in background not permitted due to recent NEC decision.
Photo size should be around 60 k.
Photo should be in .jpg, .gif or .png format.
To upload this photo simply login to eServices and click on the link titled CAP Photo Upload fill out the form. This photo must be approved by your Squadron Commander or designated representative.
This is what I made for my squadron awhile ago. It also includes all IS/ICS tests as well as inputting your information (Hair/Eye Color, Height/Weight).
For the member to participate in Emergency services the following tests must be completed in order to start the training. Go to the link listed below and follow the prompts in order to take the listed tests.
https://tests.cap.af.mil/opsec/main.cfm
Operations Security (OPSEC) is a new training required for all members this must be completed before any member can begin training in the ES Field
Enter:
CAPID
Last Name
Social Security Number (Last Four Only)
Click Start Training
https://tests.cap.af.mil/ops/tests/default.cfm
CAPT 116 Part 1
CAPT 117 Part 1
CAPT 117 Part 2
CAPT 117 Part 3
After completing the listed tests the member must put in critical information such as emergency contact and height and weight, eye color and hair color. In order to do this the member must go to the WMU and E-Services. The links are listed below.
WMU
http://wmu.nat.cap.gov/
Click on WMU and then at the bottom, instructions (if never logged in before) follow all instructions for new membership.
When completed click MEMBER, then submit,
When logged in go to PHONES AND GENERAL INFO, fill in as much as possible. Then click update.
Click return to previous menu,
Click EMERGENCY CONTACT INFO, fill in all information possible and click update.
If applicable click FIRST AID CARDS, fill in expiration dates.
Logout, no other info needs to be filled in.
E-Services
https://www.capnhq.gov/default.aspx
CLICK HERE to active account and follow all prompts
Log on
Near the top click REVIEW/EDIT MEMBER INFO
Fill in all info as possible then click SUBMIT
No other info needed.
The following tests are needed to also be taken from FEMA, the Emergency Management Institute and the Independent Study Program
This first link for IS-100 is replacing the CAPT 116 Part 2 Exam
http://training.fema.gov/emiweb/is/is100a.asp
Click Interactive Web-based Course and follow all prompts for completion
Click Take IS-100 Final Exam
Follow all questions prompts
When completed and passed save and bring a copy of certificate in for file
The test below is not required until member is going for higher ES qualifications but would recommend they take and get out of the way. Must complete IS-100 First.
http://training.fema.gov/emiweb/is/is200a.asp
Click Interactive Web-based Course and follow all prompts for completion
Click Take IS-200 Final Exam
Follow all questions prompts
When completed and passed save and bring a copy of certificate in for file
http://training.fema.gov/emiweb/is/is700a.asp
Click Interactive Web-based Course and follow all prompts for completion
Click Take IS-700.a Final Exam
Follow all questions prompts
When completed and passed save and bring a copy of certificate in for file
http://emilms.fema.gov/IS800B/index.htm
Click Interactive Web-based Course and follow all prompts for completion
Click Take IS-800.b Final Exam
Follow all questions prompts
When completed and passed save and bring a copy of certificate in for file