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221.639.81
Health Care in Humanitarian Emergencies

Location
Internet
Term
1st Term
Department
International Health
Credit(s)
3
Academic Year
2016 - 2017
Instruction Method
TBD
Auditors Allowed
Yes, with instructor consent
Available to Undergraduate
No
Grading Restriction
Letter Grade or Pass/Fail
Course Instructor(s)
Contact Name
Frequency Schedule
Every Year
Prerequisite

Introduction to Online Learning.

Description
Addresses provision of basic health requirements for refugees and coordination of care among agencies concerned with them. Topics include epidemiologic assessment and control of communicable disease; nutrition and environmental sanitation; logistical support; and resettlement issues. Students or guest speakers present topics for group discussion.
Learning Objectives
Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  1. Conduct an initial assessment of a refugee population to determine priority health needs
  2. Name the key organizations which respond to refugee crises and list their mandates and responsibilities
  3. Apply epidemiological skills to assess nutritional status of a displaced population
  4. Appropriately follow ethical guidelines in providing assistance
  5. Take appropriate measures to prevent and control outbreaks of epidemic diseases among displaced populations