Types and Phases of Disasters

Topic: 
Public Health Preparedness Basics
Format: 
Online Course
Time: 
20 minutes
Level: 
Introductory
University: 
University of North Carolina
PERLC: 
University of North Carolina PERLC

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Description: 

This training, offered by the UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health, provides a macro-perspective of the range of events which constitute a disaster, and the differentiating characteristics that are experienced by victims and responders. It is part of the North Carolina Disaster Response Network Training series.

Learning Objectives: 
  • Understand the differences between natural and manmade disasters
  • Gain awareness of the cultural and community characteristics
  • Learn to utilize an awareness of the Phases of Disaster
PHEP Capabilities: 
Community Preparedness