Overview

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Gain a comprehensive understanding of tsunami science and the use of state-of-the-art warning systems technologies. Develop a background in social, political, and cultural mores to effectively build and maintain tsunami-resilient communities. Acquire knowledge and skills specific to your field of expertise from a curriculum expressly designed for the wide range of professionals who deal with natural hazard assessment, warning, and disaster reduction.

What the Program Covers

• Tsunami science and the use of state-of-the-art warning systems technologies
• Social, political, and cultural mores
• Profession-specific strategies and techniques for natural hazard assessment, warning, and disaster reduction

Benefits

You will learn to build and maintain tsunami-resilient communities and become familiar with the finest resources and technologies available to help save human lives.

Who Should Apply

Level: Experienced

• Public- and private-sector professionals who deal with natural hazard assessment, warning, and disaster reduction
• Public- and private-sector planners, policy makers, emergency managers, scientists, and engineers

If you have questions about your eligibility for this program, give us a call at 888-469-6499.

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Contact a Program Representative

For more information about this program, including information about the program venue, accommodations, and application process, please call 206-685-8936 in the greater Seattle area, or 888-469-6499, or e-mail us.