Introduction to Needs Assessments in Emergencies

This badge is for the Introduction to Needs Assessments in Emergencies course which is part of the HOP Fundamentals, Response Set Up & Management pathway. The Introduction to Needs Assessments in Emergencies course takes approximately 1h30 to complete.

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