Summary
I’ve boiled down the official ARRL ARES page into something a lot easier to follow.
Easiest way to get started:
Join a local club and talk to the members! See the list of
Atlanta Metro Clubs.
Task Book Notes
Task Requirements
- R = Required task
- O = Optional task
- E = Encouraged task
Skill Levels
- Basic – Entry level (what you learn as a new ham + basic courses)
- Intermediate – Desired skill set through additional training
- Advanced – Leadership-track skills
How to Join Georgia ARES – Step by Step
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Contact your local Emergency Coordinator (EC)
Don’t know who it is? Check the Georgia ARES website → Georgia ARES EM by County
Reach out and say you’re interested. They are some of the friendliest and most patient people in the hobby!
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Download the current Task Book
ARES Task Book – July 2024 (PDF)
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Complete the required online training
All courses are free. Details are in the task book.
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Check off the tasks with your County EM.
Most Emergency Managers (EM) will sign off in person at club meetings.
Required Courses by Skill Level
FEMA Independent Study (IS) courses are self-paced and open to the public.
You will need to register for a FEMA Student Identification (SID) Number. Instructions below.
FEMA EMI – Student Portal & Info
ARES Basic Level
ARES Intermediate Level