Topic outline
- General
- Background
Background
Overview: This project aims to support host nations in delivering a safe and successful event, as part of WHO’s ongoing support to countries in strengthening the International Health Regulations capacities for prevention, detection and response to the public health events in the context of hosting Mass Gathering (MG) events, in collaboration with the WHO collaborating centres. The online course will provide an overview of the key steps and considerations that a host country will need to take when planning to host a MG. It consists of one introduction and eight independent technical modules.
Course duration: Approximately 4-6 hours.
Certificates: A Certificate of Completion will be available at the end of the course.
- Learning Objectives
Learning Objectives
Learning objective: After completing this module you will be able to:
- Describe what Mass Gatherings (MGs) are and how they are defined.
- Explain the additional health challenges posed by MGs organizations responsible for the health of the population.
- Recognize the importance of advance planning and the opportunities presented for a positive health legacy.
- Where to find these materials?
Where to find these materials?
You can take this e-learning on the Health Security Learning Platform of WHO following this link: https://extranet.who.int/hslp/training/course/view.php?id=135
Note, if you don't have a WHO account you may need to create a new one. Alternatively you may take the course as guest without getting a certificate.