MGT 403: Underserved Populations Preparedness Planning for Rural Responders and Volunteers
Description
MGT 403 is an 8-hour, DHS/FEMA-certified, tuition-free,
management-level course. This course helps ensure the safety of
underserved populations during a crisis event by increasing
knowledge among community emergency planners in the area of
preparedness. It encourages outreach to the whole community so
that everyone considers what these individuals may require in
terms of personalized care, transportation, shelter,and medical
assistance before the crisis occurs. This course focuses on the
preparedness phase of emergency management.
Topics include (but not limited to):
• Review of Common Programs and Continuity Resources
• Key Partnerships
• Individual Considerations
• Community Considerations
• Care Provider Considerations
• Preparedness and Response Tabletop Activity and Evaluation
Who Should Attend:
• All First Responders
• Public Health Officials
• Community Emergency Management Personnel
• Community Stakeholders
• Citizen/Community Volunteers
• Healthcare Professionals