Course Description

The purpose of the online training is to ensure an understanding of the Department of Health's and the individual’s functional role in a range of emergencies that may arise in NYC and surrounding areas. The presentation will address the historical background of the Department of Health's role in Disaster Preparedness, the competencies, disasters, emergencies and public health preparedness, the role of the Public Health Nurse in a disaster shelter, and the importance of having a family and personal emergency plan.