Functional and Access Needs-Preparedness and Recovery Issues

Description

This course will familiarize the public health workforce professional with the differential needs of the functional and access needs population. It will also help to learn how to develop strategies for more effective response during a disaster.

Learning Objectives

After completing this module, you will be able to:

Define key terms associated with people with disabilities.
Define key terms associated with access and functional needs.
Describe the types of assistance people with disabilities or access and functional needs may require for personal preparedness.
List basic preparedness planning steps for individuals with disabilities or access and functional needs.

Intended Audience

Public Health workforce