This course introduces students to the characteristics of a pandemic influenza, the effects that a pandemic influenza can have on every facet of our society, and the steps their organizations can take to minimize the effects of a pandemic.
Course Objectives:
At the end of this course, the students should be able to:
- Explain the differences between seasonal influenza and pandemic influenza.
- Relate the effects of a pandemic influenza to daily organizational operations and basic services.
- Describe strategies for resolving continuity challenges presented in a pandemic situation.
Primary Audience
The primary audiences for this course are personnel at any level of government, representatives from Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), or representatives from private industry who may have a need for a basic understanding of pandemic influenza and the impacts that they can expect should a widespread pandemic occur in the United States.
Prerequisites
None
CEUs:
0.1
Course Length:
1 hour
Modality/format:
Online Self-Pace
Technical requirements:
- Adobe Acrobat Reader
- Speakers
Registration requirements:
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