This training programme aims at increasing the capacities of European Union and European Economic Area (EU/EEA) Member States, West Balkans, Moldova, Türkiye, and Ukraine to prepare for and respond to health threats. A central focus is on promoting cooperation in emergency preparedness and response in the context of serious cross-border threats to health (SCBTH).
Duration: The programme includes eight modules delivered over five months, beginning on 29 September 2026. The total workload is approximately 112 hours. The programme includes a five- and a two-day in-person workshop. These are complemented by 17 weeks of online activities and self-studies, averaging around four hours per week.
Location: The training programme is delivered through a blended learning approach combining online learning and two in-person workshops.
Online delivery:
- Modules 1 and 3–7 will be conducted through webinars and self-study
In-person workshops:
- Module 2: Stockholm, Sweden – 19-23 October 2026
- Module 8: Stockholm, Sweden – 19-20 January 2027
Audience: The training programme is intended for mid-level public health professionals working in public health institutes, ministries of health, emergency operations centres, and related agencies in EU/EEA Member States and EU candidate and potential candidate countries who wish to strengthen their role in Emergency Preparedness and Response.
Objectives: After completing this course, you will be able to:
- Explain key principles of public health emergency preparedness and response.
- Apply key principles of public health emergency preparedness and response in your national context and in coordination with neighbouring countries in cross-border settings.
- Effectively communicate and transfer acquired knowledge and best practices to peers within your own organisations.
Participation: The training programme is only available for selected participants nominated by National Focal Points.
Keywords: Preparedness cycle, European Union preparedness plan, anticipation, response, recovery.
This training programme aims at increasing the capacities of European Union and European Economic Area (EU/EEA) Member States, West Balkans, and Türkiye to prepare for and respond to health threats. A central focus is on promoting cooperation in emergency preparedness and response in the context of serious cross-border threats to health (SCBTH).
Duration:The programme includes eight modules delivered over five months, beginning on 10 February 2026. The total workload is approximately 112 hours. The programme includes a five- and a two-day in-person workshop. These are complemented by 16 weeks of online activities and self-studies, averaging around four hours per week.
Location: The training will be delivered through a mix of online and in-person components:
Online delivery:
- Modules 1 and 3–7 will be conducted through webinars and self-study.
In-person workshops:
- Module 2: Stockholm, Sweden – 23-27 February 2026
- Module 8: Stockholm, Sweden – 9-10 June 2026
Audience: The programme is primarily intended for mid-level health professionals, working in public health organisations and Ministries of Health in EU/EEA Member States, EU candidate and potential candidate countries, who would like to develop their role in Emergency Preparedness and Response.
Objectives: After completing this course, you will be able to:
- Explain key principles of public health emergency preparedness and response.
- Apply key principles of public health emergency preparedness and response in your national context and in coordination with neighbouring countries in cross-border settings.
- Effectively communicate and transfer acquired knowledge and best practices to peers within your own organisations.
Participation: The training programme is only available for selected participants nominated by National Focal Points.
Keywords: Preparedness cycle, European Union preparedness plan, anticipation, response, recovery.
This training programme aims at increasing the capacities of European Union and European Economic Area (EU/EEA) Member States, West Balkans, and Türkiye to prepare for and respond to health threats. A central focus is on promoting cooperation in emergency preparedness and response in the context of serious cross-border threats to health (SCBTH).
Duration:The programme includes eight modules delivered over five months, beginning on 30 September 2025. The total workload is approximately 112 hours. The programme includes a five- and a two-day in-person workshop. These are complemented by 16 weeks of online activities and self-studies, averaging around four hours per week.
Location: The training will be delivered through a mix of online and in-person components:
Online delivery:
- Modules 1 and 3–7 will be conducted through webinars and self-study.
In-person workshops:
- Module 2: Stockholm, Sweden – 13-17 October 2025
- Module 8: Stockholm, Sweden – 20-21 January 2026
Audience: The programme is primarily intended for mid-level health professionals, working in public health organisations and Ministries of Health in EU/EEA Member States, EU candidate and potential candidate countries, who would like to develop their role in Emergency Preparedness and Response.
Objectives: After completing this course, you will be able to:
- Explain key principles of public health emergency preparedness and response.
- Apply key principles of public health emergency preparedness and response in your national context and in coordination with neighbouring countries in cross-border settings.
- Effectively communicate and transfer acquired knowledge and best practices to peers within your own organisations.
Participation: The training programme is only available for selected participants nominated by National Focal Points.
Keywords: Preparedness cycle, European Union preparedness plan, anticipation, response, recovery.