Description 

This course is designed to give the learners an overview of the Material Support Services group and the activities associated with it. The course consists of lectures and group activities. 

Purpose 

The purpose of this course is to provide basic information about the processes of Material Support Services activities in support of an American Red Cross disaster relief operation. Participants will learn about the skills, abilities and knowledge needed by Material Support Services workers and how they can become involved in their local chapter. 

Learning Objectives 

After completing this course, participants will be able to– 

• Explain the role of the Material Support Services activities on a disaster relief operation and why they are needed.
• Define the three activities of Material Support Services that support a disaster relief operation.
• Describe the six processes that enable the activities of Material Support Services to be carried out successfully.
• Identify the skills, abilities and knowledge needed by workers in the Material Support Services activities.
• Develop a plan of action for involvement in the Material Support Services activities and the Red Cross. 

Audience 

Participants will be employees and volunteers of the Red Cross and other agencies and community leaders who wish to serve in or work with the Material Support Services activities on a disaster relief operation.

 Prerequisites 

•  Fulfilling Our Mission: Translating Your Compassion into Community Action (DSGEN200A, Rev. 09/07) 

Length 

This course is three hours in length. Full attendance of the entire course is required to receive a Certificate of Completion.