Disaster Preparedness and Health Response Course

The Disaster Preparedness and Health Response Course equips healthcare professionals, emergency responders, and community leaders with essential knowledge and skills to effectively manage health crises and disasters. This comprehensive program covers emergency preparedness, crisis management, first aid and trauma care, disease outbreak response, and mental health support in disaster scenarios. Participants will engage in hands-on training to enhance their competency in responding to emergencies, coordinating disaster relief, and ensuring public health safety.

Course Objectives

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

Understand the fundamentals of disaster preparedness and emergency response.
Develop effective crisis management and coordination skills.
Recognize and address health risks associated with disasters and emergencies.
Apply first aid and trauma care techniques in crisis situations.
Implement disease outbreak prevention and control measures.
Provide psychological first aid and mental health support to affected individuals.
Uphold ethical, legal, and professional standards in disaster response.

Course Modules

Introduction to Disaster Preparedness – Types of disasters, risk assessment, and emergency planning.
Emergency Response Coordination – Incident command systems, inter-agency collaboration, and resource management.
First Aid and Trauma Care – Basic and advanced first aid techniques, triage, and patient stabilization.
Disease Outbreak Response – Epidemiology, infection control, and vaccination strategies.
Mental Health and Psychological First Aid – Supporting individuals affected by trauma and crisis.
Public Health in Disasters – Ensuring hygiene, sanitation, and nutrition in emergency settings.
Search and Rescue Operations – Techniques for locating and assisting disaster victims.
Community-Based Disaster Risk Reduction – Engaging local communities in preparedness and mitigation efforts.
Crisis Communication and Media Management – Effective public messaging and information dissemination during emergencies.
Practical Sessions and Case Studies – Hands-on training in disaster scenarios and health crisis management.

Target Audience

Healthcare professionals (nurses, doctors, paramedics, and clinical officers)
Emergency responders and disaster management teams
Public health officers and epidemiologists
NGO and humanitarian workers involved in disaster response
Community health practitioners and first responders
Security personnel and law enforcement agencies
Corporate professionals responsible for workplace emergency preparedness

Key Users of Disaster Preparedness Skills in Kenya

Hospitals and emergency medical services
Government disaster response agencies
Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) involved in humanitarian aid
Schools and educational institutions for emergency drills and response training
Community-based emergency response teams
Corporate organizations with workplace safety programs
Faith-based organizations engaged in community relief efforts

General Information

Customized Training Options

Tailored Courses: Training is customized to meet specific needs.
Language Proficiency: A strong command of English is required.
Comprehensive Learning: Includes interactive presentations, hands-on exercises, web tutorials, and expert-led discussions.
Certification: Participants receive a recognized certificate upon successful completion.
Flexible Training Locations: Conducted at StepSure Training & Research Institute (STRI) centers, in-house, or online.
Adjustable Course Duration: Course structure and duration are tailored to participant needs.

Training Package Includes:

✔ Expert facilitation and high-quality training materials
✔ Refreshments (coffee breaks and lunch)
✔ Certification upon successful course completion

Additional Services: