Extreme Heat & Health: Strategies for Prevention and Action
FREE | Virtual | 3 Continuing Education Credits
Extreme heat kills more people than all extreme weather events combined and disproportionately affects frontline communities. Many, if not most, heat-related illnesses and deaths are preventable. This course, presented by APHA and Climate for Health, will equip you to engage clinicians, public health professionals, policymakers, and community stakeholders in taking action on extreme heat. Explore APHA’s Resource Hub.
This 3-hour training blends individual care with systemic solutions to help you lead on extreme heat and health. With ready-to-use resources, interactive exercises, and discussion prompts, you can bring ecoAmerica’s FREE, virtual, on-demand Extreme Heat & Health: Strategies for Prevention and Action training to your community or organization and inspire meaningful action.
Two Ways to Learn – Always FREE
Take the Training On Your Own
Learn at your own pace, anytime, from anywhere. This online training takes just 3 hours to complete, and you’ll have lifetime access to revisit the content and grow your impact. It’s a powerful way to build lasting impact.
Host a Group Training
Bring your group together for a shared experience. Whether it’s a clinic, classroom, or community center — we provide the content, facilitation guide, and support to make it easy. Host the four-hour training in one afternoon or split it up into multiple days.
Planning a large training of 300+ participants? Contact us directly!
By the end of the training, you will be able to:
- Connect extreme heat to health by identifying its impacts and how it exacerbates existing health inequities.
- Understand how to treat and mitigate heat-related illnesses in individuals.
- Describe community-based strategies to increase resilience against extreme heat, particularly for vulnerable populations.
- Communicate effectively on extreme heat and health using evidence-based strategies.
Earn 3 FREE continuing education credits when you complete the course. Learners are invited to join the Climate Ambassador online community.
What’s Next: Community, Resources, Opportunities
After completing the training, you’ll be invited into a private online community, equipping you with tools, support, activation opportunities, and connection with thousands of other trained leaders — all free.
Unlock the full support of the Climate Ambassador program with these benefits:
Advocacy and action opportunities
to speak out and support bold
climate solutions.
Specialized trainings to deepen
your skills and knowledge over time.
Events and webinars that keep you
informed and inspired.
A vibrant online community of
Ambassadors sharing ideas, stories,
and solutions.
Downloadable resources and toolkits
to guide your local efforts.
Expert support from staff and
peers offering personalized guidance
and encouragement.
How to Host a Group Training:
Our easy-to-follow facilitation materials empower you to confidently guide your group through a mix of engaging videos, thoughtful discussions, and interactive activities — no prior experience necessary! Find a comfortable space, gather your group, and we’ll support you every step of the way. The training is designed for all audiences, and it’s completely free to host an Extreme Heat training for your group.
What You’ll Receive From Us:
We make hosting easy! You’ll receive:
- An easy-to-follow Host Guide with a clear session outline, discussion prompts, promotional materials, and technical guidance to ensure a smooth training experience.
- Access to the free on-demand “Extreme Heat & Health: Strategies for Prevention and Action” Training.
- Registration support, including a unique registration link for your group, real-time access to your registration list, and an attendance tracker provided the day before your event.
- Support from the ecoAmerica team, available to help answer questions as you prepare for your group training.
Is This Training Suitable for Your Group?
This training is ideal for community organizations, workplaces, educational institutions, nonprofits, or anyone interested in mitigating the health impacts of extreme heat.
What You’ll Learn
In just one session, your group will:
- Leave with resources and practical next steps to stay engaged.
- Explore the impacts of extreme heat and how worsening heat waves are connected to climate change.
- Learn the big picture solutions, and solutions for individuals and communities.
- Build communication skills to inspire others to take meaningful action.
What You Need
- A space to gather in person (for about 4 hours).
- A screen (TV, monitor, or projector), speakers, and internet to play videos.
- A little preparation time (1–2 hours to familiarize yourself with the materials). No prior knowledge of extreme heat solutions or facilitation experience is required.
What Happens Next?
After the training, your participants will each receive a certificate and the opportunity to join our growing national network of nearly 5,000 Climate Ambassadors with access to exclusive resources, events, and on-going support. As a host, you’ll be helping spark change in your own community!
Ready to bring people together and take action on climate?
Be Part of a Growing Movement
Climate Ambassadors are taking action in communities across the country, sparking conversations, building political support, and leading locally.