Short Description Addresses the responsibilities of the Public Information Officer and the media’s role in disseminating public information during emergencies to include crisis and emergency risk communication planning. Target Audience/Disciplines Healthcare Course Completion Requirements FEMA/SID Number (I forgot my SID Number) Students must register and bring a copy of their SID number to class. Register […]
Short Description Provides the responder with an overview of the national emergency response system, which includes the National Incident Management System (NIMS), the Incident Command System (ICS), and the relationship between these systems. Target Audience/Disciplines Healthcare Course Completion Requirements FEMA/SID Number (I forgot my SID Number) Students must register and bring a copy of their […]
Short Description Addresses risk, crisis, and Crisis and Emergency Risk Communication (CERC) messages, the public’s perception of risk, and key components of content and delivery of a crisis and emergency risk message. Target Audience/Disciplines Healthcare Course Completion Requirements FEMA/SID Number (I forgot my SID Number) Students must register and bring a copy of their SID […]
Short Description Explains the Public Information Officer (PIO)’s responsibility to effectively plan for media reaction during routine as well as emergency situations, including how to contact local, regional, and national media outlets that can be instrumental in reaching the public with emergency information. Further explains how to prepare speakers for a press conference. Target Audience/Disciplines […]
Short Description Provides the responder with an understanding of the dynamics of working with others and obtaining the best from other people. Discusses handling day-to-day relationships, self- awareness, interpersonal skills, motivation, conflict styles, and how to use this knowledge to perform the mission as a Public Information Officer (PIO). Further explains methods of recognizing and […]
Short Description Addresses aspects associated with communicating with the public during emergencies. These aspects include the mapping of critical messages, debunking myths, and the needs of the media. The requirements of Public Information Officers (PIO) are also examined, along with the personnel and equipment they may need for the successful completion of their function. Target […]
Short Description Addresses different types and styles of written products use for public information. Participants practice writing a message map and a press release as practical application. Target Audience/Disciplines Healthcare Course Completion Requirements FEMA/SID Number (I forgot my SID Number) Students must register and bring a copy of their SID number to class. Register Here […]
Short Description Addresses legal issues associated with public information and information release. By understanding laws such as the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA); open records and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), the person in charge of managing public information can take precautions to protect his or her organization and act appropriately to […]
Short Description Provides the responder with an overview of the national emergency response system, which includes the National Incident Management System (NIMS), the Incident Command System (ICS), and the relationship between these systems. Target Audience/Disciplines Healthcare Course Completion Requirements FEMA/SID Number (I forgot my SID Number) Students must register and bring a copy of their […]
Short Description Addresses the Joint Information System (JIS) and its working entity, the Joint Information Center (JIC), which is used during a unified response to an emergency or disaster. It further defines the roles and responsibilities of the members of the JIC and how each is related to reaching the public with vital emergency information […]