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Learner Reviews & Feedback for Disaster Preparedness by University of Pittsburgh

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About the Course

Have you ever viewed a news report depicting the aftermath of a devastating natural disaster? The damage to human life and property are both staggering and heartbreaking. All parts of the world face the possibility of floods, hurricanes, tornados, fires, landslides, earthquakes, tsunamis, and other natural phenomena. Are you prepared if disaster would strike you? This course will help you prepare! The course is appropriate for any learner who is proactive about developing the core competencies of disaster readiness and survival planning. It is especially useful if you are seeking techniques that can ensure your personal protection, as well as the safety of your family, property, and belongings, during a natural disaster. In addition, it offers essential preparation for a variety of emergency situations and inconveniences, even if you do not live in major tornado, flood, hurricane, tsunami, or earthquake zone. For instance, could you and your loved ones manage without access to potable water, electricity, fuel, and banking facilities? If you are unsure of your ability to respond in any of these possible scenarios, this course is for you! Throughout the course, you will be introduced to the Disaster Cycle, specifically the Mitigation and Recovery phases, and will create an extensive personal preparedness plan for survival in the absence of common amenities, such as food and water, shelter, and communication. You will also acquire practical, easy-to-apply strategies for maintaining a healthy attitude during disaster which can allow you to remain calm, avoid panic, and draw upon inner and outer resources in dire circumstances. Although death may be an inevitable outcome of extreme circumstances, a balanced outlook can provide comfort for all parties involved. Finally, issues of how institutions and governments can aid in disaster are also discussed. If you are interested in this topic you may be interested in other online programs at the University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing. Learn more about those programs by visiting our website: http://www.online.pitt.edu/programs/school-of-nursing/...

Top reviews

HW

Apr 6, 2020

It is fantastic course, I have learned emergency preparedness skills, resources, different survival kits survival techniques and much more. I truly recommend this course.

TI

Apr 28, 2020

Well presented introductory course by clearly experienced and knowledgeable Instructor(s). Enjoyed the content, demeanor, and tenor. Slow tempo easily attenuated by speeding up play-back speed.

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By Kenneth D

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May 24, 2021

Comprehensive, but some readings/optional reading URLs need to be updated. Great information.

By Chip M

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Apr 6, 2022

very informative even for those who are first responders or work in the disaster field

By Christina G

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May 5, 2020

Examples slightly outdated, but the information is excellent. Glad I took the course.

By Paige B

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Sep 26, 2016

It could go a little more quicker into the Medical aspect but otherwise very good.

By Mido T

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May 28, 2018

interesting course, makes you mentally prepared for any disaster situation.

By Marva W

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Apr 12, 2024

it was good i learnt plenty and believe I'm better prepared for a disaster

By Biswajit B

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Dec 30, 2020

It is also a good study in quarantine period and gain a good knowledge.

By Paraguas S

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Apr 25, 2022

THIS A GREAT COURSE TO BE PREPARED OR KNOWING THAT YOU MUSTN´T TO DO

By Praveen K

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Feb 23, 2021

Thank you Mike Bleach sir. I have learned a lot from this course!

By Prakash S

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Apr 8, 2019

Learnt a lot about disasters and its management processes.

By Nadeemahmadkhan

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Oct 15, 2016

Very helpful to know different perspective of disaster

By Amanda F

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Aug 23, 2015

Very well presented course. Enjoyable and informative.

By Timothy N

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Mar 18, 2020

Even though outdated, it still has great information

By Madhusudanan S

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Jun 6, 2016

Excellent Course. Everyone should take this course.

By Sathya G

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May 25, 2020

Basicallly its good but reduce the lengthy vedios

By Chris J

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Nov 25, 2017

Very practical, tons of information and advice.

By fernando g u

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Apr 18, 2020

El curso es bueno pero no lo voy a seguir.

By Yue Y

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Jan 16, 2017

a quite practical course for DP and ER.

By SK M S

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Dec 17, 2015

Excellent experiencing in all respect.

By Melissa M T

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Sep 13, 2020

Learned a lot of practical tips.

By Ali A

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Oct 5, 2019

it was a very helpful course

By Pacot

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Mar 17, 2025

Muy interesante. Un saludo

By patricia g

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Oct 7, 2020

It was long in some areas.

By prudhvi s

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Feb 21, 2020

good coarse to learn'

By Tawhid s k

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Oct 14, 2020

Good and effective