Discuss the background and challenges for WASH in Ethiopia, explain why the OWNP was needed and how it will address the challenges.
Describe the aims, components, scope, processes and funding of the OWNP.
Understand the roles and responsibilities of different ministries and other stakeholders in the OWNP, and the relationships between them.
Explain how the OWNP is being implemented and managed.
Describe the contribution of the OWNP to development in Ethiopia and the implications for the future.

Describe the impacts of our actions and behaviour on the environment in which we live, and identify ways in which we can all contribute to creating a better environment.
Understand the patterns of change and underlying trends in population, climate and urbanisation, and how these may affect progress in WASH.
Describe the water cycle, the importance of a safe water supply, and the relationship between water resources and human activities.
Explain the effects of pollution on the natural environment and on human health, and how this influences waste disposal options.
Describe the national and international policy context for the WASH sector in Ethiopia.

Describe the technologies available to provide safe drinking water in urban settings and the main challenges associated with them.
Understand the characteristics and requirements of services provided and managed by a water utility.
Explain the regulatory, operational and economic issues related to piped water supply services to households and water points.
Describe how water emergencies can be managed, including the treatment, storage and handling of drinking water in the home.
Describe options for private sector engagement in provision of urban water supply and related services.

Understand the principles of sanitation and the sanitation ladder.
Describe the technical options for liquid waste management in urban and peri-urban settings.
Explain the waste management hierarchy and identify opportunities to minimise solid waste production.
Describe the complete process for both liquid and solid waste management, including collection, storage, transportation and treatment.
Understand the role and potential of private sector engagement in solid and liquid waste management.

Describe the characteristics of urban communities and how they can affect behaviour and environmental responsibility.
Explain the importance of social accountability and community involvement for effective and sustainable WASH services.
Discuss the different approaches that are available to influence people’s behaviour in the home, in schools and other institutions, and in the wider community.
Plan and undertake community engagement activities to achieve sustainable change in WASH behaviour.
Explain how monitoring and evaluation should be used to assess impact of WASH interventions.