Dates
10 - 12 March 2009
9 - 11 June 2009
4 - 6 August 2009
8 - 10 December 2009 Please note: The Introduction to Relief and Emergencies course is being discontinued with effect from 2010. The last course will therefore take place on the 8 – 10 December 2009. Our Public Health in Crises and Transitional Contexts course will continue to run in 2010. If you would like to be notified when the 2010 dates have been set for the Public Health course or wish to be kept informed of other new health courses that are being developed then please email us at training@merlin.org.uk
Venue
Merlin Head Office, 12th Floor, 207 Old Street, London, EC1V 9NR
Course fees
Total course cost: £300
(£220 plus £80 deposit, required for place confirmation)
This includes all tuition and a copy of the Sphere Project Manual, refreshments and a light lunch.
This is a three day non-residential introductory course which has been designed to give potential humanitarian aid workers a realistic view of some of the key issues related to working in the humanitarian aid sector.
Aim
The aim of the course is to give participants an overview of becoming a relief worker in the humanitarian aid sector. It will cover the common issues encountered, how to prepare yourself for a role in the field and how to manage your own expectations.
Objectives
By the end of the course participants will:
• Understand the relief environment and the principles of humanitarian aid
• Be aware of the Sphere code of conduct and its application
• Appreciate the issues and problems that they may encounter whilst working in the field, and be able to prepare themselves appropriately
• Understand how humanitarian work is funded
• Know how a typical field response is carried out
• Appreciate how cross-cultural issues may have an impact on a humanitarian relief programme
• Question and learn from experienced humanitarian workers who have spent time in the field
Content
The content will include: the relief environment; principles & effects of humanitarian aid, including the Red Cross Code of Conduct; an example of a typical field response; funding and finance; team working; personal health, safety and preparations; security; cross cultural issues; introduction to field logistics and communications; a talk by a recently returned volunteer.
The trainers
The course will be delivered by experienced international aid workers. Participants are encouraged to share their perspectives and ideas throughout the course.
How to book
1. Download the application and booking policy
2. Post or email the completed application form to:
Learning and Development Officer
Merlin, 12th Floor, 207 Old Street, London EC1V 9NR
training@merlin.org.uk
3. Pay the deposit of £80 or full course fee.
Payment can be made by:
• Cheque - Made payable to ‘Merlin’ and sent to the Learning and Development Officer at the address above.
• Direct to our bank account. BACS Payment details:
Bank: Barclays Bank
Acct Name: Merlin
Acct Number: 30464791
Sort Code: 20-32-29
• Additional details for those outside the UK
Swift code: BARCGB22
IBAN number: GB02BARC20322930464791
If paying via BACS, please be aware that some banks will levy charges that will be deducted from the amount you pay us, rather than added to the total cost and charged up front. Please check with your bank to ensure that you pay the full amount.
An invoice can be raised on request. Please contact training@merlin.org.uk with details.
Please note:
Your place will be confirmed once we have received your deposit. Full course fees must be paid two weeks before the course start date.
For more information
Please contact Judith Burchett, Learning and Development Officer. Email: training@merlin.org.uk, Tel: +44 (0) 20 7014 1691. |