Emergency Management Coordinator

An Emergency Management Coordinator develops and implements plans to prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies and disasters. You might work in government agencies, organisations, or community services. Emergency Management Coordinators focus on creating emergency response strategies, coordinating with various agencies, and conducting training exercises. You’ll ensure that plans are effective and that resources are available for quick deployment in crises.

Emergency Management Coordinators play a vital role in maintaining community safety and resilience. You’ll need to be organised and decisive, with strong communication and problem-solving skills. You’ll liaise with emergency services, government bodies, and the public to ensure preparedness and effective response during emergencies.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $133,588
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a emergency management coordinator?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
PUA60120

Advanced Diploma of Public Safety (Emergency Management)

Blended
12 months
Unavailable
  • At least 5 years work experience in a related field OR
  • Completed Diploma of Public Safety (Emergency Management) or equivalent qualifications OR
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience
Additional requirements may apply.
  • At least 5 years work experience in a related field OR
  • Completed Diploma of Public Safety (Emergency Management) or equivalent qualifications OR
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience
Additional requirements may apply.

Graduate Certificate in Emergency and Disaster Management

Online
6 - 12 months
$12,000 - $13,362
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
PUA50120

Diploma of Public Safety (Emergency Management)

Blended
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
PUAFIR324

Render Hazardous Materials Incidents Safe

On Campus
2 - 4 days
$0 - $895
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
BSBWHS515

Lead Initial Response to and Investigate WHS Incidents

Blended
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
PUAFIR204

Respond to Wildfire

On Campus
2 days
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
VU23310

Apply Awareness of the Australasian Inter-service Incident Management System Principles

On Campus
4 days
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
22611VIC

Course in Awareness of the Australasian Inter-service Incident Management System (AIIMS)

Blended
1 day
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
PUAOPE019

Control a Level 3 Incident

On Campus
1 day
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
PUAOPE003

Manage the Public Information Function at an Incident

On Campus
1 day
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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