HSEM 157 - Public Information Officer

Credits: 2

This course will prepare students to support emergency management public information operations, including integration with a Joint Information System, use of a Joint Information Center, coordination with on-scene public information officers, use of alert and warning systems, emergency and routine information distribution (including media and social media), and ensuring appropriate messaging for the whole community.

Prerequisite: HSEM 102 or concurrent enrollment.
2 hours Lecture