MPH 630 - Disaster Prep and Response

Unit(s): 2

This course will provide a basic review of the elements of disaster preparation and response. Starting with individual responsibilities and working through disaster planning and response at the neighborhood, city/county, state, federal, and international levels, students will explore existing structures, processes, and resources. In addition to natural disasters such as earthquakes, storms, and fires, we will cover manmade disasters, including chemical, biological, and radiological disasters; workplace/industrial disasters; extreme heat events; and pandemic/infectious disease disasters, such as Ebola. Local and state disaster preparation experts from public and private agencies, such as the San Francisco Department of Public Health and the Red Cross, will be invited guest lecturers. Students will have an opportunity to discover the multi-disciplinary and multi-sectorial nature of disaster planning and response, as well as the roles for health and public health professionals.

School of Nursing and Health Professions