This course will build on what you learned in IHR Course 1: Introduction to the International Health Regulations (2005) - A Canadian Context which provided a general overview and basic knowledge of the International Health Regulations (IHR) (2005). From IHR Course 1, we will expand on IHR assessment and reporting requirements by exploring the use of the IHR Annex 2 decision instrument for assessment and notification of events that may constitute a public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC), including criteria and considerations when using the tool, and assessment and reporting timelines. A series of case studies provide an opportunity for practical application.
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Explain the purpose and function of the WHO decision instrument, IHR Annex 2.
- Explain when and how to use the decision instrument in the process of assessing events for notification to WHO.
- Describe the IHR (2005) assessment and reporting timelines.
- Apply the WHO IHR decision making tool in varied scenarios
This course is open only to Federal Health employees.