Disaster Management Courses and Certifications

The economics of flood insurance

2 ratings at OpenLearn

This course shows how some of the theories and tools of economics can be applied to understanding and tackling the problem of flood risk in the UK. With the incidence of flooding rising due to ...

• OpenLearn
• 6 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Certificate

Mothering in Crisis - Family, Disaster and Climate Change

Explore mothers' experiences of climate-fueled disasters, examining historical perspectives and contemporary challenges to understand family impacts and support needs in an era of environmental change.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Introduction to Humanitarian Aid

1 review

Discover the history of humanitarian aid and the principles and values that underpin it.

• FutureLearn
• 2 weeks, 3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Humanitarian Action, Response and Relief

Understand both the principles and practicalities of humanitarian response and learn about disaster management.

• FutureLearn
• 2 weeks, 3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Electricity & Safety Measures

1 review

Comprehensive overview of electrical systems, safety protocols, and disaster management, emphasizing practical knowledge for safe electricity usage and handling emergencies.

• Swayam
• 12 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Synthetic Aperture Radar: Hazards

5 ratings at edX

Learn to use Synthetic Aperture Radar for disaster monitoring, including flood mapping, volcano analysis, and landslide detection. Gain hands-on experience with real-world data and advanced remote sensing techniques.

• edX
• 4 weeks, 4-6 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

NPTEL;  IIT Bombay

Remote Sensing and GIS for rural development

1 review

Explore geospatial technologies for rural development using open-source software. Learn to apply Remote Sensing and GIS in agriculture, water management, soil conservation, and disaster management.

• Swayam
• 12 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Natural Disaster Recovery and Management

Explore the intricacies of natural disaster management and work to reduce risks, improve preparedness, and quantify recovery.

• FutureLearn
• 3 weeks, 3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

How Social Media Might Help You Survive the Next Big Disaster

Explore how social media and technology empower citizens to participate in disaster response, revolutionizing information sharing and emergency management during crises.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

MGPE-011: Human Security

Explores people-centered security, emphasizing individual well-being over traditional state-centric approaches. Covers key dimensions, threats, and safeguards for human security, including development, rights, and international cooperation.

• Swayam
• 12 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

MEV-002: Environmental Occupational Hazards

Comprehensive exploration of environmental and occupational hazards, covering natural disasters, physical, chemical, and biological risks across various industries. Focuses on identification, impacts, and mitigation strategies.

• Swayam
• 12 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

BLIE-226 Management of Library and Information Centre

Learn essential management principles and techniques for effective library and information center operations, including quality management, change management, and practical aspects of facility maintenance and resource planning.

• Swayam
• 12 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Disaster Management

Comprehensive exploration of disaster management concepts, types, phases, and strategies. Covers case studies, policies, stakeholders, and risk reduction approaches for effective preparedness and response.

• Swayam
• 15 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Understanding Risk and Sustainable Development

Explore comprehensive risk management strategies for global health emergencies, focusing on COVID-19 response, sustainable development, and community-based approaches to crisis management.

• XuetangX
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Crisis Ready: Personal Preparedness in the Modern World

Be prepared when disaster strikes. This free online course will teach you to recognize and successfully manage crisis events.

• edX
• 4 weeks, 3-5 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)