Community-Based Disaster Prep

Community-Based Disaster Prep

Issued by USF Office of Corporate Training and Professional Education

This micro-certificate program swiftly prepares individuals for community-based disasters and fosters community resilience by training social workers and community leaders to promote and apply collective efficacy in post-disaster period. The curriculum emphasizes disaster preparedness, management, and recovery, with a focus on prioritizing the well-being of people and communities.

Skills

  • Communication
  • Decision-Making
  • Disaster Operations
  • Hazard Mitigation
  • Human-Made Disasters
  • Leadership
  • Natural Disasters
  • Resilience Modalities

Earning Criteria

  • Earners of this badge must complete the USF College of Public Health Lab Community-Based Disaster Prep Micro-Certificate online.
  • Complete knowledge checks after each module to ensure comprehension of critical lesson material. An 80% or above on the final exam.
  • Certified in Public Health continuing education credit (5 CPH credits).