Introduction

Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) plays a key role in not only promoting health among communities but also in improving the quality of life of individuals in the target communities. WASH programmes continue to face the challenge of sustainability especially in developing countries. Sustainability mechanisms focus on ensuring that the established WASH systems continue to function optimally over an extended period of time. Sustainability is multi-dimensional consisting of enabling factors, technical factors, community factors and environmental factors among others.

We have organized a training focusing on promoting sustainability of WASH interventions in target communities. The course will serve to contribute towards the realization of SDG 6 (Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all) and the concomitant targets.

Course objective

To equip participants with knowledge and skills on sustainable management of WASH interventions in communities.

Course content/modules

• Introduction to WASH in Communities (WinC);
• Sustainable community water supply systems;
• Sustainable community sanitation facilities;
• Sustainable community hygiene promotion;
• Community participation in WASH interventions;
• Institutional set-up for WASH programmes;
• Cost recovery for WASH services.

Language of instruction

English

Target group

WASH programme staff of UN, NGOs and government agencies including project managers, officers, engineers, hygiene promoters and public health officers.

Training methodology

The training method of delivery will consist of interactive and recorded online sessions, documentaries, articles, reference materials, quizzes and assessments.

Training cost

The training cost is US$ 350 and it covers the tuition fees, learning materials and certification.

Below are the payment options for your training fees:

Training dates

The next scheduled training date is 9th to 13th June 2025.

We also provide self-paced learning option.

Application process

Applicants should complete the Course Application Form and proceed to pay the training fees. 

Tailor-made training option

We can provide your organization a tailor-made training with similar content but addressing your specific capacity needs. In case you want to explore this option, you can contact us to share with you a proposal for that training. For more information on this option send an email to training@iphdcinternational.org.

Click here to download the course brochure.