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Communicating During Global Emergencies

Emory University

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In collaboration with the Rollins School of Public Health and the CDC's Division of Global Health Protection, Emergency Response, and Recovery Branch,  this course introduces basic concepts and principles of communicating during a global crisis or emergency.  It explores why communication during an emergency is different and the importance of adapting emergency messages to the needs of affected populations. Through sample scenarios, you will get the opportunity to identify information needs and develop useful messages using six guiding principles to help you communicate effectively and promote behaviors that reduce health risks during an emergency.

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Intermediate Level

Approx. 8 hours to complete

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Subtitles: Arabic, French, Portuguese (European), Chinese (Simplified), Italian, Vietnamese, German, Russian, English, Spanish

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Flexible deadlines

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Shareable Certificate

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100% online

Start instantly and learn at your own schedule.

Intermediate Level

Approx. 8 hours to complete

English

Subtitles: Arabic, French, Portuguese (European), Chinese (Simplified), Italian, Vietnamese, German, Russian, English, Spanish

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Instructors

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4.77/5 (75 Ratings)

Dabney P. Evans, PhD, MPH

Assistant Professor

Hubert Department of Global Health. Rollins School of Public Health. Director, Center for Humanitarian Emergencies.

37,449 Learners

3 Courses

Julia Smith-Easley

Lead, Risk Communication and Community Engagement

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Emergency Response and Recovery Branch

18,386 Learners

1 Course

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Emory University

Emory University, located in Atlanta, Georgia, is one of the world's leading research universities. Its mission is to create, preserve, teach and apply knowledge in the service of humanity.

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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course

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Week

Week 1

3 hours to complete

Overview of Crisis and Emergency Risk Communications

During this week, we'll explore the framework of CERC, the primary function of risk communications, and consider common principles to follow when communicating to affected communities during a crisis.

3 hours to complete

5 videos (Total 23 min), 5 readings, 2 quizzes

Week

Week 2

3 hours to complete

Crisis Communication Planning

In this week, we'll consider the focus of communication during emergency response as well as the creation and application of a crisis communication plan.

3 hours to complete

5 videos (Total 13 min), 2 readings, 2 quizzes

Week

Week 3

3 hours to complete

International Health Regulations' Risk Communication Components

During our final week, we'll explore the International Health Regulations' four components of risk communication through a fictional scenario.

3 hours to complete

6 videos (Total 28 min), 5 readings, 2 quizzes

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TOP REVIEWS FROM COMMUNICATING DURING GLOBAL EMERGENCIES

by EAAug 17, 2020

I liked this course. It consist of useful and basic information about emergency communications. But there are some repetitive thoughts at many videos and text content.

by RDJun 4, 2020

This is a vital course.And it's very necessary at the critical situation.So help people during emergency situations it's a noble work.

by ACJul 19, 2020

Great insights and key learning on communication during global emergencies. The right message at the right time from the right person can save lives!

by AKApr 25, 2020

Thank You. I find the course very relevant across years and very helpful to me as I work in the development sector.

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