The 12-credit Graduate Certificate in Public Health Preparedness prepares students for disaster response in the public health arena.
Course List - Graduate Certificate in Public Health Preparedness
| Title | Abbreviation | Description | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Health Preparedness for Disaster and Terrorist Emergencies I | PHP 410 | Analyzes the history of terrorism and explores the preparation and response to specific terrorist threats, natural disasters, and conventional catastrophes. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the homeland security degree, homeland security certificate, or permission from the instructor |
3 credits |
| Public Health Preparedness for Disaster and Terrorist Emergencies II | PHP 510 | A public health perspective on the preparation necessary to develop a coordinated response to a disaster or terrorist emergency. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor |
3 credits |
| Public Health Evaluation of Disasters and Bioterrorism | PHP 527 | Introduces students to the design of exposure assessment and health-effect studies applicable to disasters and terrorism. Prerequisite: PHP 510 or permission of the instructor |
3 credits |
| Critical Infrastructure Protection of Health Care Delivery Systems | PHP 530 | Examines the complexities involved in the protection of health care delivery systems affected during a natural disaster or terrorist attack, including the impact of disrupted transport systems, computer and Internet security, communications, energy supply, industry, and governmental institutions. Prerequisite: PHP 510 or permission of the instructor |
3 credits |
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