Emergency Preparedness Essentials

This micro-training introduces public health professionals to the essential role of public health in emergency preparedness and response. Participants will learn the fundamentals of the All-Hazards Approach, explore how public health professionals contribute during emergencies, and understand how to apply cultural competency in preparedness and response efforts. By the end of the course, learners will be able to recognize core preparedness concepts and apply basic planning principles that address the needs of diverse communities.

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Learning Objectives: 

By the end of this training learners will be able to:

  • Identify key concepts related to the All-Hazards Approach in emergency preparedness.
  • Describe the roles and responsibilities of public health professionals during emergency preparedness and response.
  • Identify basic preparedness planning principles to meet the needs of diverse communities.


Format: Self-paced training

Duration:  ~20 minutes

Arranged by: Dulce Rodriguez, Instructional Specialist

Subject Matter Expert: Cayla Grace Sullivan, MPH

Narration: Narration generated with AI voice technology by WellSaid Labs.

Target Audience: Public Health Professionals including community health workers, doctors, nurses, social workers, dietitians, and health educators.

Published: February 2026

Disclosures:  The planners, reviewers, and authors have no declared conflicts of interest.

CE Available: None

Language: English
Advanced Credits: N/A
Level 1: No
Level 2: No
Level 3: No
Primary Tier: Tier Two
Primary Domain: Policy Development and Program Planning Skills
Secondary Domain: Public Health Sciences Skills