Short course Non-communicable Diseases in Humanitarian Settings 2024

This course focuses on the particular challenges presented by NCDs in emergencies and the design of adapted and effective projects to address them. The course is delivered in partnership with the Centre for Global Chronic Conditions & London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine.

Information

Period

20 May 2024 - 31 May 2024
2 ECTS credits
50 Distance teaching hours
Around 20-25 hours of work each week, including: a) synchronous self-study activities (such as case studies, videos, recorded slideshows, readings, etc.); b) synchronous live sessions.

Language

English

Format

Distance learning

Contact

Geneva Centre of Humanitarian Studies
+41 (0)22 379 56 50
humanitarianstudies(at)unige.ch

Location

Genève

Registration

Registration deadline

28 April 2024

Fees:

Total fees: CHF 1’700.-

Deposit: (upon acceptance of admission): CHF 400.-

There is no available scholarship for this programme.

Contribution to the SDGs

Goal 1: End poverty in all its forms everywhere Goal 2: End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture Goal 3: Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages Goal 4: Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all Goal 6: Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all Goal 10: Reduce inequality within and among countries Goal 11: Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable Goal 16: Promote peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development

Objectives

At the end of the course, participants will be able to:

  • Explain the concept of chronicity and identify the main non-communicable diseases (NCDs) 

  • Identify ways to assess the burden of NCDs in a specific context 

  • Design an evidence-based programme to address the needs of people with NCDs in humanitarian settings 

  • Describe the key considerations of designing an evaluation plan for an NCD project 

  • Discuss the value of linking research, advocacy, and practice for improving NCD care in humanitarian settings 

Audience

- Professionals in the humanitarian, development or social sector looking to develop their competencies in NCD programme management in the humanitarian sector.
- Professionals from any other sectors (private, academic, etc) who wish to increase their understanding of NCD programme management in the humanitarian sector.
- Graduate students with relevant volunteer or intern experience, looking to undertake a postgraduate course with a view to entering the humanitarian sector.

Programme

  • Day 1: What are non-communicable chronic diseases (NCDs)? 

  • Day 2: History, politics, and landscapes of NCDs actors: a critical view 

  • Day 3: Assessing needs and setting priorities 

  • Day 4: Managing NCDs: guidelines and models of care 

  • Day 5: NCD programming: examples and case studies 

  • Day 6: Designing evidence-based NCD programmes 

  • Day 7: Evaluation of NCD programmes 

  • Day 8: Linking programming, research and advocacy 

  • Day 9: course assessment 

  • Day 10: NCD response in the Ukraine: a new era? 

Director(s)

Prof. Karl BLANCHET, Geneva Centre of Humanitarian Studies, a joint Centre of the University of Geneva and the Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies (IHEID), Geneva

Coordinator(s)

Prof. Karl BLANCHET, Geneva Centre of Humanitarian Studies, Geneva

Partnership

Centre for Global Chronic Conditions, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine
This executive short course is a full-time training, which focuses on the particular challenges presented by non-communicable diseases in emergencies, as well as the design of adapted and effective projects to address non-communicable diseases. The course is delivered in partnership with the Centre for Global Chronic Conditions at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine.

Location

Online

Fee

1700 CHF

Speakers

Benjamin Schmid

Description

This executive short course focuses on the particular challenges presented by non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in humanitarian settings, as well as the design of adapted and effective projects to address NCDs. Learning from international experts and diverse peers, this course equips participants with the fundamental knowledge and skills on NCD programme management in humanitarian settings. The course is delivered in partnership with the Centre for Global Chronic Conditions at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine. 

Objectives of the course  

At the end of the course, you will be able to: 

  • explain the concept of chronicity and identify the main non-communicable diseases (NCDs) 

  • identify ways to assess the burden of NCDs in a specific context 

  • design an evidence-based programme to address the needs of people with NCDs in humanitarian settings 

  • describe the key considerations of designing an evaluation plan for an NCD project 

  • discuss the value of linking research, advocacy, and practice for improving NCD care in humanitarian settings 

Workload 

Around 20-25 hours of work each week, including: 

  1. Asynchronous self-study activities (such as case studies, videos, recorded slideshows, readings, group work, etc.) 

  1. Synchronous live sessions  

Structure of the course 

  • Day 1: What are non-communicable chronic diseases (NCDs)? 

  • Day 2: History, politics, and landscapes of NCDs actors: a critical view 

  • Day 3: Assessing needs and setting priorities 

  • Day 4: Managing NCDs: guidelines and models of care 

  • Day 5: NCD programming: examples and case studies 

  • Day 6: Designing evidence-based NCD programmes 

  • Day 7: Evaluation of NCD programmes 

  • Day 8: Linking programming, research and advocacy 

  • Day 9: course assessment 

  • Day 10: NCD response in the Ukraine: a new era? 

 

Audience 

  • Professionals in the humanitarian, development or social sector looking to develop their competencies in NCD programme management in the humanitarian sector.  

  • Professionals from any other sectors (private, academic, etc) who wish to increase their understanding of NCD programme management in the humanitarian sector. 

  • Graduate students with relevant volunteer or intern experience, looking to undertake a postgraduate course with a view to entering the humanitarian sector. 

Distance Learning 

  • Broadband/high speed connection - 2.5 Mbps minimum. 

  • Please note that most weekly content and activities is accessible via phone, but a PC/laptop/tablet is preferred  

  • microphone and webcam 

Admission criteria

  • a university qualification (bachelor’s degree or equivalent);
  • at least three years of relevant professional experience;
  • excellent command of English;
  • motivation working in the humanitarian sector.

More information about the admission process is available on our application page.

Application File

  • Copy of identity document or passport
  • Passport photo (.jpg format)
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Cover letter (explaining what is the reason why you apply for this course and how will the acquired skills help you in your career)
  • Copy of the highest educational qualification obtained
  • Copy of work certificate or official document of the current job position
  • Proof of English language level
  • Employer's funding agreement, if applicable
  • Employer's letter of support (recommended)
  • Scholarship application form (if applicable). Please refer to humanitarianstudies.ch/application.

More information about the application process is available on our application page.

Number of participants

The number of participants is adapted to the chosen pedagogy.

Contribution to the SDGs

Goal 1: End poverty in all its forms everywhere Goal 2: End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture Goal 3: Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages Goal 4: Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all Goal 6: Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all Goal 10: Reduce inequality within and among countries Goal 11: Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable Goal 16: Promote peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development