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Asian Disaster Preparedness Center
P.O.Box 4 Klong Luang
Pathumthani 12120
Bangkok
Thailand
Tel: +66 (0)2 516 59 00 10
Fax: +66 (0)2 524 53 60, 5366, 5382
Email: adpc@adpc.net
Internet: http://www.adpc.net
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37th Regional Training Course on Disaster Management |
| Institution |
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Bangkok: Asian Disaster Preparedness Center |
| Country |
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Thailand |
| Type |
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Certificate / Short Course (up to 3 months) |
| Topics |
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Emergencies: Disaster Management |
| Language |
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English |
| Degree,
Credits |
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| Location |
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Bangkok, Thailand |
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Objectives/
Content |
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The purpose of the course is to provide comprehensive disaster management knowledge
and
skills to enhance the capabilities of eecutive managers who have
key disaster management
responsibilities. It is designed to enable professionals working in disaster management,
development and donor agencies to effectively integrate disaster management
into their
development programs and policies. Participants will be encouraged to develop key
skills and
adopt proactive attitudes through participation in interactive lectues and reflection on
a range
of key issues raised during discussions and practical activities.
Curriculum:
Module 1: Disaster Risk Context
Module 2: Disaster Risk Management Process
Module 3: Prevention / Mitigation
Module 4: Preparedness Planning
Module 5: Emergency Response
Module 6: Recovery and Reconstruction
Module 7: Implementation Considerations |
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| Next
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17 March - 4 April 2008
10 - 28 November 2008 |
| Appl.
Deadline |
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1 February 2008 |
| Duration |
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3 weeks |
Participants'
Profile |
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The course is tailored for senior level disaster managers and development
workers from the
Asian and Pacific regions, including officials of national and provincial governments,
defense
forces, police and emergency services, staff of training institutes, institutions of
public
administration, national and international NGOs, IFRC/ICRC, UN agenies
and the private
sector. Participants who have a considerable measure of responsibility in the area of
disaster
mitigation, preparedness,
reresponse, recovery, and disaster management policy
will gain the most from the curriculum. |
| Methods |
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* Interactive lectures;
* Group work; * Classroom exercises;
* Exercise/Simulation activities,
* Work sheets; * Presentation; * Discussions;
* Video shows; * Research; * Instructional games.
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| Course
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US $ 2,500
includes the cost of course materials (books, CD, handouts), break refreshments and
study visit. |
For
further
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Tel: +66 (0)2 516 59
00 10 ext. 333
Fax: +66 (0)2 524 53 60, 524 5350, 524 5382
Email: tedadpc@adpc.net
Internet: Click
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21/11/2007 mas |
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| Course
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Public Health in Complex Emergencies (PHCE) |
| Institution |
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Bangkok: Asian Disaster Preparedness Center |
| Country |
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Thailand |
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Certificate / Short Course (up to 3 months) |
| Topics |
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Emergencies: Public Health in Emergencies and Disasters
Management: NGO Management
Emergencies: Refugees' and Migrants' Health |
| Language |
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English |
| Degree,
Credits |
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| Location |
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Bangkok, Thailand |
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Objectives/
Content |
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The goal of the course is
to enhance the capacity of humanitarian assistance workers
and their organizations to respond to the health needs
of refugees and internally displaced persons affected
by these emergencies. Participants will master key competencies
in all of the following sectors:
- Context of Emergencies
- Reproductive Health
- Epidemiology Weapons
- Violence and Trauma
- Communicable Disease
- Protection and Security
- Environmental Health
- Psychosocial Issues
- Nutrition Coordination
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| Next
Beginning |
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August 11 - 23, 2008 |
| Appl. Deadline |
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Applications should be submitted
as soon as possible and at least one month before the start
of the chosen course. Apply
here |
| Duration |
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2 weeks |
Participants'
Profile |
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- NGO/PVO staff who are responsible now (or may be
in the near future) for making decisions that affect
the health of refugees and internally displaced persons.
- District medical officers and other Ministry of Health
staff working in regions affected by complex emergencies.
- Staff from international and governmental organizations
instrumental in planning services for people affected
by complex emergencies.
Medical Coordinators, Health Coordinators, Program Managers
and District Medical Officers from international and national
health organizations are typical candidates for the course. |
| Structure |
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Participants are expected to
meet with their supervisors prior to attending the course
to discuss an action plan for applying their new skills
and knowledge. A structured exercise during the course will
help to finalize these plans. Participants will be contacted
approximately 3 months later and asked to report on their
progress. |
| Methods |
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Extensive reading and participatory
learning methods are used. Participants will receive pre-reading
materials before arriving at the course site. An interactive
simulation exercise on the last day gives participants an
opportunity to use the skills and knowledge learned during
the course. Participants should be fluent in reading and
speaking English. |
| Teaching Staff |
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The trainers are leading international
and regional experts with a wide variety of field experience
in complex emergencies. Trainers represent a range of backgrounds
from NGO’s to multi-lateral organizations, international
agencies, academic and research centers. They all have significant
hands on experience and many have trained for many years
Public Health in Complex Emergencies training program and/or
were involved in designing the curriculum. |
| Coordinator |
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Jonathan Abrahams; Director
Email: jabrahams@adpc.net |
| Cooperation |
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American University of Beirut,
Lebanon; Asian Disaster Preparedness Center, Thailand;
Makerere University, Institute of Public Health, Uganda |
| Course
fee |
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Tuition is $2,400 and includes
accommodation, three meals daily, and all course materials.
Participants can expect to have a private room. In some
cases it might be necessary to share single-sex bathroom/shower
facilities. Participants are responsible for all of their
travel expenses and incidentals such as laundry, personal
phone calls, faxes, Internet or email usage, and shipping
of personal items from the course. |
| Scholarship |
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Unfortunately, there are no
scholarship funds available. However, in the past some participants
have secured financial aid from ministries of health, WHO
regional offices and private sources. |
For
further
information |
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Ms. Janette Lauza-Ugsang
Project Manager Public Health in Emergencies (PHE) Asian
Disaster Preparedness CenterP.O. Box 4 Klong Luang, Pathumthani12120
Thailand
Tel: +66 (0)2 516 59 00 ext 351
Fax: +66 (0)2 524 53 60, 524 5350, 524 5382
Email: janette@adpc.net
Internet: http://www.adpc.net/v2007/Programs/PHE/Default.asp |
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6th International Course on Hospital Emergency Preparedness and Response |
| Institution |
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Bangkok: Asian Disaster Preparedness Center |
| Country |
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Thailand |
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Certificate / Short Course (up to 3 months) |
| Topics |
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Emergencies: Clinical Health in Emergencies and Disasters
Emergencies: Public Health in Emergencies and Disasters |
| Language |
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English |
| Degree,
Credits |
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| Location |
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Bangkok, Thailand |
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Objectives/
Content |
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The HEPR Course is designed
to assist health personnel, both administrative and medical,
to prepare health care facilities and personnel to respond
effectively to internal or community emergencies that
involve large numbers of casualties. This will enable
hospitals and health facilities in general to develop
well designed facility-specific plans to increase their
ability to respond to emergencies.
Course content:
1. Disaster Risk Management Concepts, 2. Seismic, Fire
& Flood Hazards, 3. Structural & Non Structural
Components of Hospitals, 4. Functional Collapse of Hospitals,
5. Emergency Department Concepts& Operation, 6. Emergency
Medical Service System (EMS): Pre Hospital and Hospital
Phase, 7. Multiple Casualty Incident &Triage, 8. Hospital
Emergency Incident Command System (HEICS), 9. Advance
Medical Post (AMP), 10. Principles of Medical Care Management
in Disasters, 11. Public Health Issues, 12. Return to
Normal Health Operations,
13. Chemical, Biological Radiological and Mass Gathering,
14. Hospital Disaster Preparedness Plan & the Planning
Process, 15. Hospital Evacuation, 16. Resources &
Informations, 17. Disaster Drills and Exercise, 18. Pandemic
Preparedness, 19. Resilient Healthcare Facilities, 20.
National Disaster Medical System (NDMS), 21. Continuity
of Operation (COOP) |
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| Next
Beginning |
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20 - 24 October 2008 |
| Appl. Deadline |
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Applications should be submitted
as soon as possible and at least one month before the start
of the chosen course. |
| Duration |
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1 week |
Participants'
Profile |
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This training course is intended
for hospital staff, health care facility managers and administrators,
who are responsible for hospital emergency planning, or
and any emergencies involving mass casualties that require
the major resources of a hospital. |
| Structure |
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Participants are expected to
meet with their supervisors prior to attending the course
to discuss an action plan for applying their new skills
and knowledge. A structured exercise during the course will
help to finalize these plans. Participants will be contacted
approximately 3 months later and asked to report on their
progress. |
| Methods |
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The Hospital Emergency Preparedness
and Response Course (HEPR) is delivered using the interactive
method of learning with emphasis on continuous interaction
between the participants and resource persons. The course
includes interactive lectures and demonstration practice
sessions. |
| Teaching Staff |
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Resource persons are experienced
doctors, hospital administrators, structural &earthquake
engineers and professors in the field of emergency preparedness.
They come from reputable institutions in Asia both in government
and in the private sector. Their line of specialization
ranges from Trauma Care of Disaster Victims, Emergency Medical
Services (EMS), Disaster Medicine, Hospital Management and
Structural Safety. |
| Coordinator |
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Jonathan Abrahams; Director
Email: jabrahams@adpc.net |
| Cooperation |
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American University of Beirut,
Lebanon; Asian Disaster Preparedness Center, Thailand;
Makerere University, Institute of Public Health, Uganda |
| Course
fee |
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The course fee is $1,500 USD
per participant. This includes the cost of materials (CD
ROM, handouts, and bag) and meeting package (lunch and morning
/ afternoon break refreshments).Course fee should be paid
in advance by money transfer / international demand draft
(DD) toad or by cash. |
| Scholarship |
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Unfortunately, there are no
scholarship funds available. However, in the past some participants
have secured financial aid from ministries of health, WHO
regional offices and private sources. |
For
further
information |
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Sanjeeb K. Shakya
Project Coordinator
Email: sanjeeb@adpc.net
Internet: http://203.159.16.18/adpc/Programs/PHE/PROGRAMS/HEPR/Default-HEPR.asp
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