CBRNE Awareness for First Responders is a 10-hour professional micro-credential developed by The George Washington University to strengthen frontline responder preparedness for low-frequency, high-consequence incidents involving chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive hazards. Drawing upon nationally recognized doctrine, historical case studies, and operational best…

CBRNE Awareness for First Responders is a 10-hour professional micro-credential developed by The George Washington University to strengthen frontline responder preparedness for low-frequency, high-consequence incidents involving chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive hazards. Drawing upon nationally recognized doctrine, historical case studies, and operational best…

CBRNE Awareness for First Responders is a 10-hour professional micro-credential developed by The George Washington University to strengthen frontline responder preparedness for low-frequency, high-consequence incidents involving chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive hazards. Drawing upon nationally recognized doctrine, historical case studies, and operational best…

CBRNE Awareness for Healthcare and Public Health Providers is a scenario-based micro-credential for frontline medical, infection prevention, laboratory, and public health personnel. Learners will recognize potential Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosive hazards; describe initial protective actions; and communicate objective findings to the people…

Chemical. Biological. Radiological. Nuclear. Explosive. WMDs. Asymmetric Threats.

The CBRNE-WMD credentials program is a robust training series designed to prepare early and developing professionals for the complexities of a dynamic and evolving threat environment. Three interdependent certificates that deal with policy, mitigation, and emerging threats will propel…

Emerging Threats and Technology

Dive into the role of AI, nanotechnology, 3D printing, and synthetic biology in countering CBRNE-WMD threats while addressing the ethical and legal challenges of their use. With insights from industry experts, case studies, and interactive discussions, this program equips learners to understand, mitigate, and respond to evolving threats in a rapidly changing technological landscape.

This course examines the policy, operational, and strategic dimensions of critical infrastructure protection (CIP). It introduces learners to the structure of the critical infrastructure environment, including the sectors, stakeholders, and governance mechanisms that shape protection and resilience efforts. The course emphasizes how public agencies, private sector entities, and cross-sector…

This course invites you to explore Washington, D.C.—a city where history, politics, and culture intertwine. Through engaging modules and interactive experiences, you will deepen your understanding of the nation’s capital and the unique opportunities offered by The George Washington University and The Graduate School of Political Management. This course covers: the history and geography of…

• Este curso te invita a explorar Washington DC, una ciudad donde la historia, la política y la cultura se entrelazan. A través de módulos atractivos y experiencias interactivas, profundizarás en la comprensión de la capital del país y de las oportunidades únicas que ofrecen la Universidad George Washington y The Graduate School of Political Management. Este curso cubre: La…

The Election Security Credential course delivers the knowledge and skills to safeguard the integrity of elections. This on-demand, 100% asynchronous course offers about 10 hours of comprehensive learning and engagement, culminating in a practical scenario. This scenario—focused on addressing security threats at a polling location—ensures that participants are prepared to apply their…

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The Awareness for High-Consequence Infectious Disease (HCID) credential is an essential workforce-protection training program designed to transform frontline personnel into vigilant “sentinel sensors.” In an interconnected world, high-consequence special pathogens pose immediate risks to patient safety, staff health, and facility continuity of operations. This…

The CBRNE-WMD program prepares professionals for evolving threats involving chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive weapons. Through three certificates on policy, mitigation, and emerging threats, participants develop critical skills. The immersive capstone in Washington, D.C., fosters career growth and equips participants to protect against complex national security…

Chemical. Biological. Radiological. Nuclear. Explosive. WMDs. Asymmetric Threats.

The CBRNE-WMD credentials program is a robust training series designed to prepare early and developing professionals for the complexities of a dynamic and evolving threat environment. Three interdependent certificates that deal with policy, mitigation, and emerging threats will propel…

This comprehensive course provides medical professionals and emergency responders with the knowledge and skills necessary for effective response to CBRNE-WMD (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosive–Weapons of Mass Destruction) incidents. It begins with an overview of threat classifications, mass casualty dynamics, and the critical roles of both pre-hospital and…

Operational Awareness: Identifying and Responding to CBRNE Threats is a 10-hour micro-credential designed for defense, military, intelligence, acquisition, and contractor personnel who intersect with CBRNE risks but are not necessarily technical specialists. Through five two-hour modules, learners build a functional understanding of the contemporary CBRNE threat landscape, observable…