AS 280.206 - Public Health and Crisis: Introduction to Public Health Preparedness and Emergency Management

Institution:

Johns Hopkins University

Subject:

Description:

This course will introduce students to the public health component of preparedness and response to common emergencies, including emerging infections, natural disasters, terrorism and other biological/radiological attacks. Students will be introduced to the National Incident Management System (NIMS), the National Response Framework (NRF) and other guidance that justifies public health’s role in emergency preparedness and response. Students will understand public health’s role in preparing for and responding to disasters through case studies, discussion, and introduction of material related to the national public health preparedness infrastructure.

Credits:

1.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.jhu.edu

Phone Number:

(410) 516-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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