Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ description.

How do I register for an account?

  • To register for a new certification account:

    1. On the main NEPA Certification Homepage, select Login from the top right or center of the screen
    2. On the login page, click "Create New Account" at the bottom
    3. Complete the 3-step onboarding process:
      • Step 1: Verify your NEPA membership by logging in with your NEPA credentials
      • Step 2: Create your certification account with email and password
      • Step 3: Complete your profile information

    Important: You must have an active NEPA membership to create a certification account. Your membership status will be verified during registration.

    After registration, you'll need to verify your email address. Make sure to check your spam/junk folder for the verification email.

Where can I go to get more information about the NEPA organization?

  • Nevada Emergency Preparedness Association (NEPA) is a 501(c) non-profit, with the mission of improving statewide resilience through cooperative, multi-stakeholder processes and the professional development of emergency preparedness practitioners.

    You can find out more about NEPA at preparenv.org.

    Note: An active NEPA membership is required to register for certification. If you don't have a NEPA account, you can create one at preparenv.org.

What is NVEM and NVEM-A?

  • Nevada Emergency Manager (NVEM) and Nevada Emergency Manager - Associate (NVEM-A) are Nevada emergency management certifications. Find out more at our About page.

Can I submit a paper application?

  • NEPA does not access paper applications for Nevada Emergency Manager (NVEM) and Nevada Emergency Manager - Associate (NVEM-A) .

How do I delete all my data?

  • Nevada Emergency Manager (NVEM) and Nevada Emergency Manager - Associate (NVEM-A) are Nevada emergency management certifications. Find out more at our About page.

How do I complete a certification application?

  • To complete your certification application, follow these steps:

    1. Dashboard Access: After account verification, log in and access your dashboard
    2. Create Certification: Click "Create New Certification" and select your certification type (NVEM, NVEM-A, or NVEM-SP)
    3. Complete Required Sections:
      • Education: Add your educational background and upload transcripts
      • Training: Document required emergency management training
      • Work History: Add relevant emergency management experience
      • References: Provide professional references who can verify your experience
      • Professional Contributions: Document your contributions to the field
    4. Review & Submit: Review all sections, acknowledge any validation errors, and submit your application
    5. Payment: Complete payment processing ($50 application fee)
    6. Review Process: Your application will go through a two-step review process by certified reviewers

    Tip: You can save your progress as a draft and return to complete sections later. Make sure to upload all required documentation before final submission.

    For specific requirements for each certification type, visit our About page.

Who can I contact if I have problems?