Registrations for the 6th Edition of the CAS WASH Course 2025
This course is designed to equip professionals with the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to address the complexities of the WASH sector in both humanitarian and development contexts. Registrations for the 6th edition of the CAS WASH (Certificate of Advanced Studies in Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) course are now open.
Course Highlights: This academic course is ideal for professionals from international development and humanitarian agencies, NGOs, government agencies and consultants. The CAS WASH course offers a comprehensive curriculum that covers the core principles of planning, designing, and implementing sustainable WASH interventions. Participants will gain both theoretical and practical expertise in improving access to water supply and sanitation services, enhancing hygiene behaviors, and conducting public health risk analyses. The course is very practice-oriented, ensuring a direct link between theoretical knowledge and real-world application.
Certification: Upon successful completion, participants will receive an academic Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS) with 12 ECTS credits.
Program Structure:
- 3 Theoretical online Modules from February to June 2025, each made of 5 Thursday afternoons + 1 online Exam, total 120 hours. The modules include: i) Drinking Water and Public Health; ii) Environmental Sanitation; iii) Sustainable Water Supply
- 1 Practical Module in presence (8 days): From September 19 to 27, 2025, the practical module will take place in Mendrisio, Switzerland, providing hands-on experience in implementing WASH projects.
Fees: CHF 4,500 chf
Important Dates:
Registration Deadline: January 19, 2025
Course Duration: February 13, 2025, to September 27, 2025