Effective Communication

IS-242.a Effective Communication Course Date 14 January, 2011 Course Description EMI has made revisions to this course. The course was aligned to the NRF and NIMS changes. Being able to communicate effectively is a necessary and vital part of the job for every emergency manager, planner, and responder. This course is designed to improve your communication skills. It addresses: •Basic communication skills •How to communicate in an emergency •How to identify community-specific communication issues •Using technology as a communication tool •Effective oral communication •How to prepare an oral presentation