Certification Path
Five Levels. One Prepared America.
Complete each level's courses and knowledge checks to earn your Fortress America Academy certificate.
L1
Preparedness Foundations
Free account (full level with Ready)
Food, water, first aid and a family plan: the core every household needs.
Fortress America Academy Certified — Prepared Household
- Complete all Level 1 courses
- Pass each course knowledge check (70%+)
0/4 courses complete
L2
Home Resilience
Resilient or Fortress Elite
Backup power, home security, communications, pets and food preservation.
Fortress America Academy Certified — Resilient Home
- Level 1 certificate
- Complete all Level 2 courses
- Pass each knowledge check
0/6 courses complete
L3
Advanced Preparedness
Fortress Elite
Outdoor survival, secure documents, responsible firearm safety and business continuity.
Fortress America Academy Certified — Advanced Preparedness
- Level 2 certificate
- Complete all Level 3 courses
- Pass each knowledge check
0/4 courses complete
L4
Community Preparedness Leader
By application
Organize neighborhoods, churches and volunteer teams before and during an emergency.
Fortress America Academy Certified — Community Leader
- Level 3 certificate
- Prepared Community course
- Approved leader application
0/1 courses complete
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Certified Instructor
By application
Teach Fortress America Academy classes in your community.
Fortress America Academy Certified Instructor
- Level 4 certificate
- Instructor application and review
- Teaching evaluation
Fortress America Academy certificates are private, company-issued credentials. They are not FEMA, DHS, government-issued or nationally accredited certifications.