International Medical Corps UK Navigation WHAT WE DO WHERE WE WORK Utility Nav DONATE GET INVOLVED You are here: TRAINING TRAINING IS KEY Training is crucial to mental health care in humanitarian contexts READ MORE breadcrumb navigation: TRAINING UNDERPINS ALL THAT WE DO International Medical Corps helps those hit by disaster recover from adversity and strengthen their response capacity through training. This training prepares them to be their own best First Responders. Our ability to move fast in emergencies, to reach those in need no matter where they are, no matter what the conditions, coupled with our commitment to training, lie at the heart of what we do. Since our founding in 1984, we have changed lives, strengthened communities and transformed the way humanitarian assistance is delivered. Our role extends beyond providing emergency relief to disaster-affected communities. Our true legacy is the preparation and follow-on work we do, partnering with local residents and governments and non-government groups at all levels to strengthen communities through training in ways that build self-reliance and sustains the programs we begin long after we have departed. Impact through Training:; Training has always been a central pillar of our mission. Preparation and knowledge promote confidence and independence. We train thousands of people each year from local communities, national, regional and local governments and non-government groups, including health professionals, to prepare for emergencies as they make the journey from relief to self-reliance; 86,628 Training Certificates Awarded in 2016 17,456 people trained on WASH-related interventions 4,017 People trained on gender-based violence, prevention and response 4,418 On communicable disease management and control Training Activities: From the field to the boardroom, International Medical Corps infuses training activities at all levels. Our Humanitarian Response Training Unit Initiative includes global projects that prepare key participant groups and individuals to respond more effectively to emergencies. Partnering with local communities, government entities at all levels, as well as national and international non-government to improve emergency response and development programs, is key to saving lives; Emergency Response —Improving coordination in emergencies Humanitarian Coordination —Training humanitarian professionals Field Training—Training local First Responders Global Level Training—Specialized training for global responders EXPLORE TRAINING OUR IMPACT AND WORK FILTER CONTENT BY WHY LIBYA NEEDS FUTURE DOCTORS LIKE ME READ MORE TRAINED AND READY READ MORE NO TILE TITLE READ MORE 35 YEARS OF HOPE READ MORE A NEW FOUNDATION READ MORE DOWN TO THE LAST PERSISTENT PERCENT READ MORE MORE JOIN THE FIGHT TO HELP THOSE HIT BY CONFLICT AND DISASTER AROUND THE WORLD. SIGN UP TO RECEIVE EMAILS FROM US. GET IN TOUCH International Medical Corps UK will send you emails about our work and how you can contribute to that work using the data you provide. You may unsubscribe at any point. Your data will be processed in line with our privacy policy. Footer Navigation ABOUT US CONTACT FRAUD ALERT JOBS MODERN SLAVERY STATEMENT PRIVACY AND COOKIES PRESS RELEASES REPORTS VOLUNTEER Connect KEEP INFORMED International Medical Corps UK will send you emails about our work and how you can contribute to that work using the data you provide. You may unsubscribe at any point. Your data will be processed in line with our privacy policy. share this facebook icon twitter icon instagram icon linkedin icon Small Print Registered Charity Number 1093861 Registered in England and Wales as Company Number 04474904. Cookies & Privacy Policy. Our website uses cookies. By continuing we assume your permission to deploy cookies. You can read our cookies and privacy policies (updated May 25th 2018) here..