Training and Events

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The Health Emergency Response Office offers online and in-person training materials and modules for the University of Minnesota community.

11/11/2026 11:15 am

Learn how to safely and properly administer a dose of naloxone when someone is experiencing an overdose.


11/18/2026 3:00 pm

Introduction to verbal de-escalation. Come register for this virtual webinar to learn more.


12/10/2026 5:00 pm

This training will provide attendees with the ability to train others in this beneficial and important resource for disaster response and recovery. Come join us on this virtual webinar to learn more.


12/14/2026 3:00 pm

Psychological First Aid (PFA) is an evidence-informed approach designed to reduce the initial distress of individuals who have experienced a traumatic event. 


12/31/2026 12:00 pm

In this course, we will explore these critical intersections between health equity and disaster response, beginning with a comprehensive exploration of the vital connections between the two.

PLEASE NOTE: This is a self paced class and will be available until 12/31/26.


01/28/2027 5:00 pm

Psychological First Aid (PFA) is an evidence-informed approach designed to reduce the initial distress of individuals who have experienced a traumatic event. Come join this in person training to learn more.

Location TBD


10/19/2026

CANCELLED: Psychological First Aid (PFA) is an evidence-informed approach designed to reduce the initial distress of individuals who have experienced a traumatic event. This training will equip you with essential, practical skills to provide immediate support to people in crisis situations. Come join us at this in person event to learn more.


10/12/2026

Psychological First Aid (PFA) is an evidence-informed approach designed to reduce the initial distress of individuals who have experienced a traumatic event. Come join this virtual webinar to learn more.

 


10/08/2026

What is epidemiology? What do epidemiologists do day-to-day, and what do they do in an emergency? Join this virtual webinar to learn more.


10/07/2026

Learn some basic first aid skills, including wound care, burns, and best practices for cold weather. 


10/07/2026

Emergencies can bring up a variety of emotions for those impacted by the incident as well as for those responding to an incident. Join this in person event to learn more.