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Dakota County Medical Reserve Corps

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The Dakota County Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) is one of about 800 groups across the country. It began after 9/11, so ​communities can have trained volunteers ready to help in an emergency. The MRC's mission is to find, train and support people who can help strengthen Dakota County's ability to help others. MRC members can take part in important health projects year-round.

Become a volunteer

New volunteers are always welcome. To be eligible to volunteer, you must:

  • Be at least 18 years old.
  • Live in Dakota County.

You can become a Medical Reserve Corps volunteer by applying online on the Minnesota Responds website.​

Once you apply, we will contact you with directions for completing the registration process. This includes completing an online background check and two short online trainings.​

If you have questions about volunteering, contact Susan Erickson at susan.erickson@co.dakota.mn.us or 651-554-6138​.

Free STOP THE BLEED Training a​​nd Kits

Emergencies can happen in an instant and someone from your organization could be the first on the scene. STOP THE BLEED trainings provide hands-on skills to treat severe bleeding injuries. This training saves lives.

STOP THE BLEED was developed by the American College of Surgeons in response to the mass shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary. It is one of the nation's largest public health campaigns with the aim to save lives by teaching everyone, no matter their background in health or first aid, to recognize and stop traumatic bleeding.

​Dakota County offers trainings that are:

  • Free to all K-12 schools (public and private), faith groups and community organizations in Dakota County.
  • 60-90 minutes and include hands-on learning.
  • Taught by registered STOP THE BLEED instructors. All training materials provided.
  • Provided to group sizes up to 20 people. On request, trainers can accommodate up to 50 people.

Watch a ​news story about Dakota County's Stop the Bleed training partnership with local schools.

STOP THE BLEED kits are available while supplies last​. Kits include gloves, tourniquets, gauze and additional supplies.

​To schedule a training, fill out Training Re​quest form. If you have questions, email mrc@co.dakota.mn.us​. 


 

Last updated: 10/17/2025 8:46 AM

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