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Become a Texas Emergency Manager (TEM®) |
The premier professional credential for emergency managers in Texas.
The Texas Emergency Manager (TEM®) certification recognizes experienced emergency management professionals who have demonstrated the education, experience, leadership, and commitment necessary to manage comprehensive emergency management programs in Texas.
Sponsored by the Emergency Management Association of Texas (EMAT), the TEM builds on nationally recognized certification standards while incorporating the unique knowledge, experience, and operational environment of emergency management in Texas. Unlike some certifications, the TEM:
- Recognizes operational experience in Texas
- Requires participation in a real world incident or full-scale exercise in Texas.
- Values contributions to the Texas emergency management profession.
- Does not require a college degree, recognizing that professional competence is demonstrated through experience as well as education.
Learn more about the certification process:
Contact the TEM Committee for questions by emailing ematinfotx@gmail.com.
Why pursue the TEM?
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Demonstrate professional credibility
The TEM shows employers, elected officials, and peers that you've met a rigorous standard based on experience—not simply classroom training.
Be recognized for your contributions
Certification recognizes not only your work experience, but also your leadership, professional involvement, teaching, speaking, publications, service, and other contributions that strengthen emergency management across Texas.
Advance your career
Whether you're pursuing promotion, seeking new opportunities, or building credibility with your jurisdiction, the TEM distinguishes experienced professionals who have demonstrated continued professional growth.
Invest in the profession
The certification encourages continuing education, ethical leadership, and active participation in Texas' emergency management community.
About EMATThe Emergency Management Association of Texas is dedicated to the advancement of the field of emergency management both statewide and nationally. To that end, EMAT engages in an array of efforts to advance a statewide emergency management agenda and to promote the professional growth of the emergency management practitioner. |