NORTH  CAROLINA
EMERGENCY RESERVES
'From The Mountains To The Coast'
The NCER is also a certifying organization for the
Presidential Volunteer Awards Program.
appreciation for their volunteerism, professionalism and training.  These
include Special Skill Badges, Training Proficiency Badges and Training
Certification Bars.   All of the N.C.E.R.'s Special Skill Badges, Training
Proficiency Badges and Training Certification Bars are unique to our
organization, but easily recognizable to the public.  Our designs are
embroidered in red on an olive drab background.

Special Skill Badges
Special Skill Badges are awarded to personnel for advanced training that
members have completed and require certification..  These may include courses
such as Basic Law Enforcement Training, Emergency Medical Technician, Scuba
or Amatuer Radio Operator License.

Training Proficiency Badges
Training Proficiency Badges are awarded for completing training courses such
as CPR, First Aid, Land Navigation and Search & Rescue.  Training Proficiency
Badges such as First Aid and CPR can only be worn if the member is
currently certified.

Training Proficiency Bars
Training Proficiency Bars are awarded for completion of specified Training
Courses.  These include SARTECH I, SARTECH II, SARTECH III, C.E.R.T.
and N.C.E.R. Instructor Course