Diploma in Disaster Management
The Diploma in Disaster Management is a professional program designed to equip learners with the knowledge and practical skills needed to prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters and emergencies. The course focuses on disaster preparedness, risk reduction, emergency response, and recovery operations. It prepares students to work with government agencies, humanitarian organizations, and community-based institutions to minimize the impact of natural and human-induced disasters.
Course Objectives:
To equip students with a strong understanding of disaster management principles and practices.
To train learners on effective disaster risk assessment, preparedness, and mitigation strategies.
To develop skills in emergency response coordination and recovery management.
To promote awareness of community-based disaster risk reduction and resilience-building initiatives.
To prepare graduates for professional roles in disaster management, humanitarian aid, and safety operations.
Minimum Entry Qualification:
KCSE Mean Grade: C– (minus) or an equivalent qualification recognized by the institution.
Duration:
18 months (1½ years) – including classwork, practical sessions, and field attachment.
Career Opportunities:
Disaster Management Officers
Emergency Response Coordinators
Humanitarian Aid Workers
Environmental and Safety Officers
Risk Assessment Officers in NGOs, government agencies, and private institutions.