This course covers the basics of radio communication, different methods of radio connectivity, and radio communication best practices.  After completing this module, you should have a better understanding of radio system operation and limitations. 

This course defines interoperability, explores its importance and covers the methods and options available to achieve communications interoperability.  After completing this training, you should have a better understanding of what communications interoperability is; why it is essential; and the interoperability methods and options available to responders.

It is crucial that public safety responders have a good understanding of mutual aid channels and talkgroups in order to promote interoperable communications.  After completing this module, the responder should have a better understanding of mutual aid communications; state and national mutual aid talkgroups and channels; and communications resources available to responders in South Carolina.

This training provides a basic understanding of alternate communications methods that may be utilized when normal methods of communications fail or as additional communications options during an incident. After completing this module, the responder will have a better understanding of alternate forms of emergency communications; the available systems utilized in South Carolina; and how these communications systems can enhance interoperability in our state.

The command and control component of the Incident Command System (ICS) cannot function effectively without reliable communications. Established methods of managing communications resources are crucial during incidents involving multiple agencies.  After completing this course you should have a better understanding of communications in the ICS as well as the importance of communications planning, training, exercise and evaluation.

Emergency telecommunicators are crucial to an emergency response.  After completing this course, you should have a good understanding of public safety radio communication systems in South Carolina, interoperability methods, and the pivotal role the emergency telecommunicator plays in interoperable communications.