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MGT 318 Public Information in an All-Hazards Incident

  • 06/07/2023
  • 8:00 AM
  • 06/08/2023
  • 4:30 PM
  • Washington County Emergency Operations Center, 2183 Lexington Blvd, Washington, IA

MGT 318 Public Information in an All-Hazards Incident

Course Description:This course examines the role of public information in managing an all-hazards incident and provides practical training in crisis communication techniques. In such an incident, it is imperative that community leaders, incident managers, and public information officers are prepared to communicate with the public through the news and social media. The course focuses on the role of public information in incident management, the information needs of the public in a crisis, and the various means of effectively communicating through the news and social media. Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to manage the major elements associated with public information in a WMD, terrorism and all-hazards incident.

Event Location/Address:Washington County Emergency Operations Center 2183 Lexington Blvd

City and County:Washington  -  WASHINGTON     (District 5)

Additional Information:1) Please park at the East end of the lot or in the neighboring lot to the NW at Washington County's Orchard Hill Complex. 2) Travel and meals will be on your own, adequate time for lunch will be provided. Please follow the current CDC guidelines, and if you feel ill, have a temperature, or have a sore throat, stay home. Facility questions contact Marissa Reisen at mreisen@wps.co.washington.ia.us or 319-653-3015

Course Dates:6/7/2023   through   6/8/2023    -   (8:00 AM  to  4:30 PM)

Registration Information:Please register using the TEEX ULR Link:

https://my.teex.org/TeexPortal/Default.aspx?MO=mCourseCatalog&D=FP&C=MGT318&S=319

Course Contact:Steve  Keim      steven.keim@teex.tamu.edu      979-458-5646

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