Course Description
Class hours are 0900-1700
G-290 - Basic Public Information Officer
Focusing upon the unique role of the Public Information Officer (PIO) in emergency management, this course will help PIOs or people assigned that role to fine-tune their job skills. Students will explore the role of the PIO in all phases of emergency management. They will look at the multi-faceted duties and challenges of it. Through individual and group activities, students will develop and practice a series of communication skills and identify ways to integrate all phases of emergency management into a comprehensive public information program.
Target Audience: Individuals who will perform Public Information Officers duties for local governments or state agencies during emergencies or disasters.
Prerequisites & Other Information:
- IS0029.a Public Information Awareness
- IS0100.c: An Introduction to the Incident Command System, ICS 100
- IS0909: Community Preparedness: Implementing Simple Activities for Everyone
Cost:
No tuition is charged. 