Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Humanitarian Health Response

• Principles of humanitarian action and emergency health systems

• Humanitarian architecture: UN, NGOs, Government coordination

• Sphere Standards and WHO Emergency Response Framework

• Case Study: Coordinated response in a natural disaster setting

Module 2: Rapid Needs Assessment and Health Situation Analysis

• Health needs assessment methodologies

• Population profiling in crises (IDPs, host communities, refugees)

• Vulnerability and risk mapping

• Practical Exercise: Conducting a rapid assessment scenario

Module 3: Public Health Emergencies and Disease Surveillance

• Communicable and non-communicable disease risks in emergencies

• Outbreak detection, early warning, and surveillance systems

• Vaccination, sanitation, and disease prevention strategies

• Case Study: Containment of epidemic outbreaks in refugee camps

Module 4: Emergency Medical & Health Logistics Coordination

• Medical supply chain management in emergency settings

• Procurement standards and cold chain preservation

• Coordination with logistics clusters and transport networks

• Workshop: Designing a rapid supply distribution plan

Module 5: Health Interventions for Displaced and Vulnerable Populations

• Healthcare delivery in camps and temporary settlements

• Maternal, child, and reproductive health in emergencies

• Gender-based violence (GBV) and protection concerns

• Practical Exercise: Designing a field clinic service model

Module 6: Crisis Coordination and Multi-Agency Response Mechanisms

• Humanitarian coordination platforms and cluster approach

• Interagency leadership, negotiation, and collaboration

• Establishing Emergency Operation Centers (EOCs)

• Simulation: Multi-agency coordination decision-making exercise

Module 7: Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) in Emergencies

• Psychological impact of crises on affected populations

• MHPSS interventions and referral systems

• Staff safety, resilience, and burnout prevention

• Role Play: Counseling communication in crisis contexts

Module 8: Crisis Communication and Community Engagement

• Public information systems during emergencies

• Working with media and communicating risk to the public

• Engaging community leaders and health volunteers

• Workshop: Developing an emergency communication plan

Module 9: Monitoring, Reporting, and Accountability in Humanitarian Health Programs

• Data collection tools and reporting templates

• Tracking impact, quality assurance, and ethical considerations

• Accountability to affected populations (AAP)

• Practical Exercise: Writing a situation report (SitRep)

Module 10: Recovery, Rehabilitation, and Resilience Planning

• Transitioning from emergency response to recovery

• Strengthening local health systems post-crisis

• Developing resilience and preparedness frameworks

• Final Simulation: Designing a comprehensive crisis response plan