Why facilitator training matters

To scale cyber preparedness, organizations need local capacity to run high-quality exercises.

CIME facilitator training prepares participants to deliver organizational, conference, and public-facing CIME exercises using a shared methodology.

Who should become a facilitator?

  • Emergency management professionals
  • Extension and outreach staff
  • Trainers and educators
  • Cybersecurity or resilience coordinators
  • Trusted community leaders

Technical expertise is not required. Facilitation and communication skills matter most.

What the training includes

  • CIME exercise structure and flow
  • Scenario delivery and inject management
  • Facilitating productive discussion
  • Managing time and group dynamics
  • Conducting effective debriefs
  • Capturing lessons learned

How facilitators are supported

  • Standardized scenarios and materials
  • Playbooks and guides
  • Mentored or co-facilitated exercises
  • Ongoing community of practice

Interested in facilitator training?

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