Organisations can now set up a tailored Livestock Emergency Guidelines and Standards (LEGS) Core Training Online, so that their staff and partners can improve the lives of disaster-affected livestock communities from anywhere in the world, at a time and pace convenient for their organisation
This is a virtual course that mirrors the in-person LEGS Core Training course and is carried out entirely online. The course is designed for a maximum of 15 participants.
Created for humanitarian and livestock professionals, this course offers a blend of self-paced learning and live group workshops, ensuring participants gain hands-on skills in livestock emergency response.
Accredited trainers will guide participants through comprehensive modules, with learning activities and real-life scenarios to ensure they understand the LEGS approach and how to apply it to their own work.
“My personal experience is that with committed trainees – and reliable internet connectivity – the LEGS Core Online Training is just as effective as the traditional three-day face-to-face sessions. The structure and delivery of the online course ensure that all training objectives are met comprehensively “Accredited LEGS trainer, Alemayehu Hailemariam Sitotaw, Head of Programmes, Brooke Ethiopia
How to organise a LEGS Core Online Training:
To commission a LEGS Core Online Training, any organisation involved in humanitarian or livestock initiatives can follow these steps:
- Contact Us: Email LEGS to discuss your training needs and schedule.
- Form Your Team: Identify 10-15 participants who will benefit from this training.
- Choose Your Dates: Select the best dates for your team to complete the course.
- Check Availability: Confirm LEGS technical support and Accredited LEGS Online Trainers availability for your dates.
- Finalise and Pay: Secure your trainer and complete the booking.
FAQS:
Who is the course for?
The LEGS Core Training is for livestock and humanitarian organisations’ staff and partners who are, or may be, involved in supporting livestock communities in emergencies.
What does the course cover?
In the LEGS Core Training Online, participants will learn:
- The LEGS Approach: Understand the four-stage process that underpins effective emergency response for livestock communities.
- Livelihood-based Interventions: Identify and design appropriate interventions to support livestock keepers during crises.
- Standards and Guidelines: Implement response strategies for crisis-affected communities in line with LEGS.
How is the course delivered?
Participants learn through a combination of self-paced modules, each followed by a corresponding live interactive workshop:
- Self-Paced Learning Guides: Learners work through seven interactive modules at their own pace, engaging with videos, quizzes, case studies, and practical tasks.
- Live Workshops: The group participates in seven virtual group sessions plus a short introductory session led by accredited trainers, focusing on applying what they’ve learned to real-world scenarios.
This blended approach ensures that trainees build both foundational knowledge and practical skills in a collaborative, interactive environment.
Groups can learn in any of the languages offered by the Accredited LEGS Online Trainers, in English, French and Spanish.
How long does the course take?
The LEGS Core Online Training takes a total of 29 hours to complete: the self-paced learning takes around 14 hours and the virtual live workshops around 15 hours.
Who delivers the course?
Trainees will be taught by Accredited LEGS Online Trainers who are experts in livestock emergency interventions. These trainers have undergone rigorous training, including a specialised induction for delivering the online course, ensuring they are skilled in both the content and the methods needed for effective remote learning. Their experience and guidance will help participants apply LEGS principles to real-life situations, making learning both practical and impactful.
What do I need to organise a course?
The course uses the LEGS Learning Platform on the LEGS website, with virtual activities, tools and technology. Each participant will need a stable internet connection, so that learners can complete the live elements of the course. We recommend that leaners are located in the same place as much as possible while undertaking the course to help with interaction. The course requires access to a laptop or desktop computer for each participant. It is not suitable for iPads or phones.
The course is designed for between 10-15 staff members, either from the same organisations or network.
How much does it cost?
LEGS charges a small administrative fee of GBP850 to provide support for delivering the course.
Commissioning organisations will also need to cover the costs of the trainers, who charge a daily rate that is set individually. We recommend contracting two Accredited LEGS Online Trainers for 8-10 days each per training.
How can I find out more?
To learn more about the background and curriculum of the LEGS Core Training Online, read the detailed training policy document.
To find out more about the different LEGS training options, see the LEGS training flyer.
What are the next steps?
If you are ready to organise a training, please contact LEGS with the dates you plan to hold the live sessions, so that we can organise for technical support.
Once these dates are confirmed, you can get in touch with any of the Accredited LEGS Online Trainers to organise for them to deliver the training.
