Course Details

Essential Foundations: Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH) Programs Training Course

INTRODUCTION

Access to safe water, adequate sanitation, and good hygiene practices are fundamental to public health and human dignity, particularly in resource-limited and emergency settings. Our comprehensive Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH) Programs Training Course equips professionals with the critical knowledge and skills to design, implement, and manage effective WASH interventions that save lives and improve well-being. From understanding the links between WASH and health to mastering technical aspects of water supply and sanitation systems and promoting sustainable hygiene behaviors, this program provides a holistic approach to addressing WASH challenges and fostering healthier communities.

Designed for individuals working in development, humanitarian aid, public health, and engineering, this training delves into the practical aspects of planning and delivering WASH programs in diverse contexts. Participants will gain expertise in conducting needs assessments, selecting appropriate technologies, engaging communities, and monitoring the impact of WASH interventions. By mastering these skills, graduates will be empowered to contribute significantly to improving public health outcomes, reducing disease transmission, and building resilient communities through sustainable WASH solutions.

DURATION

5 days

TARGET AUDIENCE

• WASH Professionals and Engineers
• Public Health Officers and Practitioners
• Humanitarian Aid Workers involved in WASH
• Development Practitioners focusing on community health
• Environmental Health Specialists
• Project Managers overseeing WASH initiatives
• Government Officials working on water and sanitation
• Individuals seeking to enter the WASH sector

COURSE OBJECTIVES

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the critical links between WASH and public health, including disease transmission.
• Conduct comprehensive WASH needs assessments in diverse community settings.
• Select appropriate and sustainable water supply and sanitation technologies.
• Design and implement effective hygiene promotion strategies.
• Engage communities in the planning, implementation, and maintenance of WASH facilities.
• Monitor and evaluate the impact of WASH programs.
• Understand the principles of integrated water resources management.
• Apply project management principles to WASH program implementation.

COURSE MODULES

Module 1: WASH, Public Health, and Development:

• Understanding the global WASH crisis and its impact on health and development.
• Exploring the links between inadequate WASH and various diseases.
• Examining the social, economic, and environmental impacts of poor WASH.
• Understanding the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to WASH.
• Analyzing the role of WASH in poverty reduction and gender equality.

Module 2: Conducting WASH Needs Assessments:

• Understanding the principles and methodologies of WASH needs assessments.
• Collecting and analyzing data on water resources, sanitation facilities, and hygiene practices.
• Identifying vulnerable populations and specific WASH needs.
• Utilizing participatory approaches to engage communities in the assessment process.
• Interpreting assessment findings to inform program design.

Module 3: Water Supply Technologies and Systems:

• Exploring different sources of water and their suitability for human consumption.
• Understanding the principles of water extraction, treatment, and distribution.
• Evaluating the sustainability and appropriateness of various water supply technologies (e.g., boreholes, rainwater harvesting).
• Designing and managing water supply systems in different contexts.
• Addressing water quality testing and monitoring.

Module 4: Sanitation Technologies and Systems:

• Understanding the principles of safe sanitation and excreta management.
• Exploring different sanitation technologies and their suitability for various settings (e.g., latrines, sewer systems).
• Evaluating the sustainability and affordability of sanitation options.
• Designing and managing sanitation facilities, including wastewater treatment.
• Addressing the social and cultural aspects of sanitation.

Module 5: Hygiene Promotion and Behavior Change:

• Understanding the importance of hygiene behavior in preventing disease.
• Exploring different approaches to hygiene promotion and behavior change.
• Developing effective hygiene education strategies and materials.
• Utilizing community-based approaches to promote handwashing, safe food handling, and other key hygiene practices.
• Monitoring and evaluating the impact of hygiene promotion activities.

Module 6: Community Engagement and Participation in WASH:

• Understanding the importance of community participation in WASH programs.
• Developing strategies for engaging communities in planning, implementation, and maintenance.
• Building local capacity for WASH management and sustainability.
• Addressing social and cultural barriers to participation.
• Ensuring equitable access to WASH facilities and services.

Module 7: Monitoring and Evaluation of WASH Programs:

• Understanding the principles and methods of monitoring and evaluation in WASH.
• Developing relevant indicators to track progress and impact.
• Collecting and analyzing data to assess program effectiveness.
• Utilizing monitoring and evaluation findings to improve program design and implementation.
• Reporting on WASH program outcomes to stakeholders.

Module 8: Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) and Sustainability:

• Understanding the principles of integrated water resources management.
• Exploring the interconnections between water resources, sanitation, and the environment.
• Addressing issues of water scarcity and climate change in WASH programming.
• Promoting sustainable water use and management practices.
• Integrating environmental considerations into WASH program design.

CERTIFICATION

• Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with Macskills Training and Development Institute Certificate

TRAINING VENUE

• Training will be held at Macskills Training Centre. We also tailor make the training upon request at different locations across the world.

AIRPORT PICK UP AND ACCOMMODATION

• Airport pick up and accommodation is arranged upon request

TERMS OF PAYMENT

• Payment should be made to Macskills Development Institute bank account before the start of the training and receipts sent to info@macskillsdevelopment.com