Techniques used to deliver timely and accurate information in a complex information environment is challenging to any community or organization hosting a mass gathering. This interdisciplinary course brings planners, operators, communication, government, public safety, marketing and public relations professionals together to prepare and/or enhance venue and event communication programs. The course prepares participants to identify and navigate the sport and special event communication landscape before, during, and after an incident.
This course was developed in a partnership effort between The University of Southern Mississippi’s National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security (USM/NCS4) and the TEEX National Emergency Response and Recovery Training Center (NERRTC).
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| Date(s) |
Wed. Apr 29, 2026 0800-1700
Thu. Apr 30, 2026 0800-1700
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| Location |
Savannah Civic Center
301 West Oglethorpe, Savannah GA 31401
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| Building/Room |
301 W Oglethorpe Ave, Savannah, Ga. 31401 |
| Handicap Accessibility |
No
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| WiFi Access |
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| Offered By |
Georgia Emergency Management Agency/Homeland Security |
| Primary Instructor |
TBD, To Be Determined |
| Course Length |
2 days |
| Course Hours |
16.00 |
| CEUs |
16.00
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| Award Credentials |
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| Prerequisites |
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| Equivalent Prerequisites |
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| Maximum Participants |
40 |
| # Open Seats |
32 |
| # on Wait List |
0 |
