Robert,

Sounds like you had a good group in your CERT class. These classes are all locally done, so can vary a bit. For example, we did not receive any kit at the conclusion of ours except for a hardhat, but could buy various recommended items at very good costs.

The training covers the same materials in all locations and is, in my opinion, a very worthwhile expense of time, both to get to know your emergency responders and to get family members interested.

Glad you enjoyed it.

I recommend all take a look and see if their community offers the training. More info can be found here:

http://training.fema.gov/EMIWeb/CERT/