The goal of this course is to provide a broad overview of the essential elements of disaster/emergency preparedness and response. The course begins with setting the stage to understand existing legislation in Egypt that pertains to preparedness. This is followed by an overview of the early phases of emergency preparedness which explores risk assessment and a command and control system. The course goes on to explore in more detail, the essentials of a response to a biological, chemical and then explosive event. And then culminates with foundational information on Risk Communications, Continuity of Operations and the Behavioral Health aspects of disasters.

The course instructors have over 3 decades of combined experience in teaching emergency preparedness as it has evolved both in the U.S. and globally. They have consistently scored high in course evaluations for online instruction.

Target Audience

The target audience for the "Introduction to Disaster Management " course is diverse, encompassing individuals from various professional backgrounds and roles. The course is designed to benefit those who play a crucial role in disaster management, ensuring a multidisciplinary approach to managing crises. The primary target audience includes:

  • Healthcare Professionals

Physicians, nurses, paramedics, and other healthcare practitioners involved in direct disaster response and related clinical care.

  • Public Health Practitioners

Public health practitioners responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing disaster response measures.

  • Government Officials and Policy Makers

Policymakers responsible for shaping legislation and regulations related to disaster management.

  • Community Leaders and Organizations

Community leaders, NGOs, and grassroots organizations engaged in community resilience and disaster response efforts.

  • Educators and Researchers

Academicians, professionals and researchers interested in emergency management, disaster studies, and public health.

  • National and International Aid and Development Workers

Professionals working in National and  International aid organizations involved in disaster response and recovery efforts nationally and internationally.

  • Students Pursuing Relevant Disciplines

Students studying public health, disaster/emergency management, healthcare, or related disciplines who seek a foundational understanding of disaster  preparedness.



COURSE CONTENT


📜 Introduction to Emergency Preparedness

🏛️  History of Disaster Legislation in Egypt

🚀  Incident Command System/EO

🌍  Risk Assessment

🧪  Biological incidents

💉  Mass Immunization and  Dispensing

☣️  Chemical agents and incidents

🏠  Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

💥  Explosive events

🚑  Mass Casualty Triage

🗣️  Risk Communication

🔄  Continuity of Operations

🧠  Disaster Behavioral Health (Psych First Aid)



Mark your Calendar

MARK YOUR CALENDAR 

March 1, 2024


  

Certification

After successful completion/fulfillment of the course requirements, participants will receive a joint certificate from both University of Nebraska Medical center and Ain Shams University.


Course curriculum

    1. Pre- Course Survey

    2. Pre-Course Test

    1. Prelude: Setting the Stage - Emergency Preparedness Legal Landscape in Egypt

    1. Lesson 1: Introduction to Emergency Preparedness

    2. Lesson 2: The Incident Command System Explained

    3. Lesson 3: Assessing Vulnerabilities and Risks

    1. Lesson 1: Biological Agents

    2. Lesson 2: Mass Dispensing/ Immunization Operations

    1. Lesson 1: Chemical Agents

    2. Lesson 2: Citizen Evacuation or Shelter-in-Place

    1. Lesson 1: Explosions and Blasts

    2. Lesson 2 : Mass Casualty Triage

About this course

Intended Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course participants will

  • Acquire a comprehensive skill set and knowledge base about the  foundational principles of emergency preparedness/ Disaster Management.
  • Gain insights into the historical context and legislation governing disaster response in Egypt.
  • Understand the structure and function of  the Incident Command System and Emergency Operations Center structures for coordinated response efforts.
  • Develop proficiency in risk assessment and mitigation.
  • Understand the fundamentals of  responding to biological, chemical, and explosive incidents, plan and execute mass immunization programs, and understand the complexities of citizen evacuation and shelter-in-place strategies. 
  • Gain the skills for  mass casualty triage skills.
  • Understand  effective risk communication strategies.
  • Gain the ability to plan for continuity of operations. 

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Meet Our Instructors

Wael El Rayes, MBBCh, PhD, MS, FACHE

•Faculty, Department of Health Services Research, Administration and Policy, College of Public Health, UNMC •Co-Director, Center for Global Health and Development (CGHD), UNMC •Director of Evaluation, National Emerging Special Pathogens Treatment & Education Center (NETEC)

Sharon Medcalf, PhD

•Associate Professor, Department of Epidemiology, College of Public Health, UNMC •Director of Academic Programs in Emergency Preparedness •Center for Preparedness and Emergency Response Solutions •Consultant/President: Meaker Enterprises, LLC

Maha Farid MBBCh, MSc, PhD

Lecturer at the Department of Forensic Medicine and Clinical Toxicology, Faculty of Medicine, Helwan University

Registration

Course Fee: 

To secure your spot in Disaster  preparedness and Response : Essential Elements course, a course fee of 250 $ is applicable.

For Egyptians residing in Egypt, course fee of 7500 LE is applicable.

This fee covers access to online resources and course materials.

For Registration, Please proceed with the following steps;

1-Complete the payment of the registration fee to the designated bank account.

2-Send a confirmation email entitled (Disaster Preparedness) to the course coordinator Dr. Alia Hassan Mansour at [email protected], including your Name, Primary Affiliation, Payment receipt, and a copy of your Passport or Egyptian National ID .

Once done, anticipate a confirmation email for successful enrollment in the course.

Payment Details:

I-US Dollar Account Details :

Bank Name: Arab International Bank AIB

Account Name: Nahda Teb Ain Shams Association 

Account Number: 0007777999002

Address: Faculty of Medicine, Ain Shams University, Mohamed Farid St. Cairo, Egypt.

Swift: ARIBEGCX007

IBAN: EG70005600070000007777999002

Cairo main branch: 35 Abd El-Khalik Tharwat, Cairo

II- Egyptian Pound Bank Account Details

Bank Name: Banque Misr بنك مصر 

Account Name: Nahda Teb Ain Shams Association

Account Number: 149000100049013

Address: Faculty of Medicine, Ain Shams University, Mohamed Farid St. Cairo, Egypt

Swift: BMISEGCX140

IBAN: EG420002014901490001000049013

Cairo main branch: 151 Mohamed Farid st. Cairo


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If you Need an invitation letter or encounter any issue during the payment process or have questions about the fees don't hesitate to contact us at the following email: [email protected] 

Thank you for choosing thinkific platform for your learning journey. We look forward to welcoming you to Emergency Preparedness for health Professional Course.