San Mateo County Search and Rescue is an all volunteer professional organization.  There are no special skills required to join, however there are a few steps to the process and classes that will need to be completed to be “Field Ready”:

• Attend 2 Team Meetings
  
• Pass the Level I Interview
• Pass the Emergency Services Bureau Preliminary Background Check
• Complete the SMCSAR Member Application & State of California Loyalty Oath
• CPR for the Professional Rescuer Certification / AED
• Oxygen Administration Certification
• First Aid Certification
• Physical Fitness Hike
• Search & Rescue Pack Check
  
• Sheriff's Office Orientation
• Traffic Control & Safety
  

These are the minimum requirements.  Training and advanced skill development are an ongoing commitment.

Learn more about the application and training process.