The topics covered in the Emergency Management Principles and Practices curriculum are vital for enhancing hospital planning efforts. These principles are essential for coordinating efforts among various agencies and ensuring a unified approach to crisis management.
The content focuses on establishing an emergency management program, implementing the Incident Command System (ICS) and Multiagency Coordination Systems (MACS), providing a structured framework for effective response during emergencies.
Together, these topics support hospitals in developing robust preparedness strategies that enhance their ability to respond effectively to emergencies:
- Emergency Management Principles and Practices Unit 1: The Emergency Management Program
- Emergency Management Principles and Practices Unit 2: Incident Command System (ICS), Multiagency Coordination Systems (MACS) and the Application of Strategic NIMS Principles
- Emergency Management Principles and Practices Unit 3: Healthcare System Emergency Response and Recovery
- Emergency Management Principles and Practices Unit 4: Emergency Management System Evaluation and Organizational Learning for Healthcare Systems
- Emergency Management Principles and Practices Unit 5: Appendices
- ICDRM/GWU Emergency Management Glossary of Terms