HCP 6103 - Legal Issues in Emergency Preparedness for Families and Individuals with Special Needs

Institution:

Nova Southeastern University

Subject:

HCP - Human Child Protection

Description:

This course will identify 13 vulnerable and hard to reach populations and discuss how each of these groups are affected in times of disaster. Legal issues will be presented and discussed. Individuals with disabilities have always been aware of their special needs during emergencies; however Sept. 11th demonstrated a need for partnering within the community and emergency response efforts. This population segment requires first responders to act appropriately with creative problem solving. Special needs shelters provide a safe refuge for those who require health care supervision during the time of a disaster. These shelters require staffing and a secure setting before, during and after an event. County health departments assist local emergency management agencies to operate and maintain these efforts. Each of these situations has numerous legal issues that those involved in emergency preparedness need to be knowledgeable of. The course will be team taught. Pre-Requisites: HCP 6101.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.nova.edu

Phone Number:

(954) 262-7300

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Trimester

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