DWW 15th Humanitarian Medical Aid Course (HMAC)

HMAC 2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 15th Humanitarian Medical Action Course. We hope the knowledge and skills gained through HMAC will support participants in their future work and practice.

Interested in future HMAC courses? Check back for updates on upcoming training opportunities, or subscribe to our e-newsletter using the sign-up form below to stay informed about our work and future courses!

The Humanitarian Medical Aid Course is an educational experience like no other. Developed by the Doctors Worldwide faculty and based on our 25+ years of experience in the development and emergency field.

The course is open to all healthcare professionals who are looking to begin their journey in the complex industry of humanitarian work, and want to make a difference to the world and the lives of others.

The course aims to share knowledge and experiences, encourage debate, promote reflection as well as have a good time networking, while introducing concepts around humanitarian medical emergencies and longer-term health development programmes.

This isn’t some run-of-the-mill didactic study day, or technical pre-deployment skills training. It is a course made rich by our faculty, and your participation.

Feedback & Testimonials

100% of participants found the course fulfilled their learning needs, with 95% rating the course as excellent (2018 Cohort)

“The course was fantastic! There was a lot of insight given into areas surrounding health and a lot of amazing stories and experiences shared. The team was amazing and respectful.”

“A great course, well set out and engaging. Thank you and well done guys keep up all your amazing work! Really positive! Well led and organised.”

“I wish I had attended this course years ago!”

“The course was excellent! Well organised. I learnt so much. The group exercises were a really good way of learning about humanitarian response on day one. The course was better than I expected.”

Frequently Asked Questions

The HMAC welcomes participants from a wide range of healthcare professions (including doctors, nurses, midwives, pharmacists, dentists, allied health professionals, public health practitioners, medical and healthcare students), and others with an interest in humanitarian healthcare or early stages of their humanitarian journey. The course is not only for doctors and is suitable for anyone looking to gain a practical introduction to working in humanitarian settings.

No. No prior humanitarian or international experience is required. HMAC is an introductory course designed for beginners.

No. HMAC is an introductory educational course and does not qualify participants for humanitarian deployment. However, it provides a strong foundation for those considering future humanitarian work. Participants who wish to deploy with DWW will need to apply via the ‘register my interest’ portal on the website found here.

The course explores the principles and practice of humanitarian healthcare, including humanitarian ethics, working in resource-limited settings, responding to crises, and lessons from experienced humanitarian practitioners.

Yes, course materials will be provided to participants as part of the programme. Further details on accessing the materials will be shared closer to the course date.

The course is delivered by experienced humanitarian practitioners with first-hand experience working in humanitarian and resource-limited settings over the last two-three decades.

Cancellations made at least 72 hours before the course date are eligible for a full refund. If the course is fully booked, you can request to join the waiting list. We will notify you if a place becomes available.

Yes. Participants who attend the full course will receive a Certificate of Attendance from Doctors Worldwide. As the course is designed as a complete learning experience, participants are expected to attend the entire programme to be eligible for the certificate.

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