EMERG 291 - Emergency Management Internship

Maximum of 5.0 possible Credits
Workplace experience to practice and demonstrate the skills relevant to performing the job(s) of an emergency management or business continuity professional. Prerequisite: Students must have completed 80% of EMERG courses.

Course Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Apply skills obtained in EMERG course work to “real” workplace settings and incidents. [REASON]
Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of emergency management regulations and apply them at the placement site. [REASON]
Demonstrate written and verbal communication skills while working in a “real” workplace setting. [COMMUNICATE]
Practice critical thinking skills by applying them to “real time” situations in the emergency management and/or business continuity field. [COMMUNICATE]
Interact appropriately and professionally with employees and supervisor at the placement site. [EXPLORE]
Create and/or evaluate current emergency management operations material that is culturally sensitive and relevant. [EXPLORE]
Practice positive work habits, including working as a team member at the placement site. [ACT]