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Humanitarian Action, Response and Relief

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Course Features

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Duration

2 weeks

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Delivery Method

Online

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Available on

Lifetime Access

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Accessibility

Desktop, Laptop

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Language

English

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Subtitles

English

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Level

Intermediate

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Effort

3 hours per week

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Teaching Type

Self Paced

Course Description

Learn the basics of humanitarian action

In times of emergency and disasters, a prompt and efficient humanitarian response is essential to save lives. It is essential to have a solid understanding of disaster management and emergency preparedness, both for saving lives and for building a career as a humanitarian worker.

This course will cover both theoretical and practical aspects of humanitarian response. You will learn the context of humanitarian response and the disaster management cycle to develop the specialist skills necessary for humanitarian crisis work.

Course Overview

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International Faculty

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Case Based Learning

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Post Course Interactions

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Case Studies,Instructor-Moderated Discussions

Skills You Will Gain

What You Will Learn

Evaluate the impact of a range of humanitarian relief responses on the experiences of disaster-affected populations

Explore the key principles and values that underpin responses to emergencies and humanitarian action

Explore the theoretical underpinning that shapes many humanitarian relief operations

Identify the historical background and contextual issues that inform humanitarian approaches

Target Students

This course is for individuals working in the humanitarian sector who need to refresh their knowledge and individuals looking to work in the humanitarian sector It will also be useful for those who manage and evaluate services within the humanitarian sect

Course Instructors

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Martin Nthakomwa

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Lecturer in International Disaster Relief and Community Reconstruction
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