Program Overview

Health Security for Emergency Management Professionals

The Health Security for Emergency Management Professionals course is designed to enhance expertise in disaster management, focusing on public health aspects of emergency preparedness, response, and recovery. This in-depth course provides critical insights into various public health hazards, explores international and domestic case studies, and develops strategies to strengthen the ability to manage public health incidents.

Course Details

• Course Code: MGMT X 408.808
• Duration: As few as 11 weeks
• Units: 4.0
• Current Formats: Online
• Cost: Starting at $905.00

What You Can Learn

Gain an understanding of the landscape of public health threats, including infectious disease, hazardous materials, and climate change. Learn about the medical, behavioral, mental, and environmental concerns in managing all types of incidents. Identify policy options for developing and evaluating public health preparedness and strategies for improved collaboration between public health and public safety professionals.

About This Course

Students will develop proficiency in analyzing and evaluating the public health aspects of disaster preparedness, response, and recovery, and identify methods for improvement. The course provides an overview of different types of public health hazards, their consequences, and implications for agencies and practitioners. It explores international and domestic public health events that precipitate into or from disasters, as well as the multi-disciplinary response required to address them.

Course Schedule

• Future Offering: Opens April 27, with the course running from June 22 to September 6.
• Instructor: Lauren Stienstra
• Fee: $905.00
• Format: Online

Course Requirements

• Enrollment is limited.
• No refunds after July 05, 2026.
• Course syllabus not yet available.

Applicable Programs

This course applies toward the following programs:

• Emergency Management Certificate: A comprehensive certificate offering core knowledge and skills essential for leaders in emergency planning, security, protection, and emergency response.

Program Description

The Emergency Management certificate is designed for leaders in the world of emergency planning, security, protection, and emergency response. It offers core knowledge and skills necessary for managing emergencies effectively.