The United States ranks third, behind Indonesia and Japan, in the number of active volcanoes. Participants will gain an understanding of the complex factors that influence volcanic crises: the hazards, vulnerabilities, impacts, and risks and the tools and processes that support monitoring, forecasts, warnings, preparedness, mitigation, and response. No advanced knowledge or experience of volcanoes is required.

This course is designed to enhance the abilities of participants to support their organizations’ preparedness and response efforts for future volcanic crises. It provides an understanding of the processes, impacts, and causes of volcanic hazards. Participants will come to understand how organizational preparedness and community-level planning support mitigation of volcanic hazard.

COURSE MODULES:

• Hazards, Impacts, and Your Volcanoes
• The Pulse of the Volcano
• Case Studies
• Awareness and Preparedness

• Government Administrative

• Emergency Management

• Fire Services

• Law Enforcement

• Emergency Medical Services

• Hazardous Materials Personnel

• Public Health

• Citizen/Community Volunteer

• Private Sector / Corporate Security and Safety

• Non-Government Organizations

• Other

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