EM 5140 - Public Health in Emergency Management

Institution:

Massachusetts Maritime Academy

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Description:

This course introduces students to the roles and responsibilities of the public health system in emergency preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation. Students will learn about the structure of public health in the United States and the tools that public health offi cials use to prepare for and respond to local, state, and federal emergencies. Selected topics include the relationship between public health organizations and local hospitals, traditional and nontraditional disease surveillance, isolation and quarantine, and emergency dispensing sites. Students will also examine the role of public health in conducting rapid needs assessments following sudden impact disasters and maintaining public health standards within displaced populations. Case studies, practical exercises, and computer applications will be used to examine these and other public health issues in emergency management. Prerequisite: Graduate status STCW: None

Credits:

0.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.maritime.edu

Phone Number:

(508) 830-5000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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