COVID-19: What You Need to Know (CME Eligible)
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Approx. 3 hours to complete
Course Summary
This course provides an overview of the COVID-19 pandemic, including its origins, symptoms, transmission, and prevention. It also covers the impact of the virus on different populations and the global response to the pandemic.Key Learning Points
- Understand the basics of COVID-19, including its origins, symptoms, and transmission
- Learn about the impact of COVID-19 on different populations, including vulnerable communities and healthcare workers
- Explore the global response to the COVID-19 pandemic, including public health interventions and vaccine development
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the basic science behind COVID-19
- Assess the impact of COVID-19 on different populations
- Evaluate the global response to the COVID-19 pandemic
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic knowledge of biology and public health
- Access to a computer and internet connection
Course Difficulty Level
BeginnerCourse Format
- Online
- Self-paced
Similar Courses
- Epidemics, Pandemics and Outbreaks
- Global Health: An Interdisciplinary Overview
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Dr. Anthony Fauci
- Bill Gates
Related Books
Description
Register for this free CME course here: https://www.coursera.org/learn/covid-19-what-you-need-to-know?edocomorp=public-health-free-courses
Knowledge
- Recognize the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of COVID-19
- Identify how COVID-19 has spread around the world
- Apply into practice the public health measures we need to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19
Outline
- COVID-19: What You Need to Know (CME Eligible)
- COVID-19
- Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) and Reverse Transcriptase-PCR (RT-PCR)
- Imaging Features of COVID-19
- N95 Masks - Clinical Skills
- Beating Coronavirus: Flatten the Curve, Raise the Line
- COVID-19
- Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) and Reverse-Transcriptase PCR (RT-PCR)
- Imaging Features of COVID-19
- N95 Masks - Clinical Skills
- Beating Coronavirus: Flatten the Curve, Raise the Line
- Essential Information on COVID-19 for Healthcare Workers
- COVID-19 General Public Fact Sheet
- COVID-19 Quiz
- Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) and Reverse Transcriptase-PCR (RT-PCR)
- Imaging Features of COVID-19
- N95 Masks - Clinical Skills
- Beating Coronavirus: Flatten the Curve, Raise the Line
- Final Quiz
Summary of User Reviews
Discover what you need to know about COVID-19 with this comprehensive course. Users rave about the clear and concise presentation style of the material. One key aspect that many users thought was good is the course’s up-to-date information.Pros from User Reviews
- Clear and concise presentation style
- Up-to-date information
- Expert instructors
- Free to audit
- Access to additional resources
Cons from User Reviews
- Some users feel that the course is too basic
- Not enough focus on certain aspects of the pandemic
- Some technical difficulties with the course platform
- Not enough opportunities for interaction with other students
- Not suitable for advanced learners
Rishi Desai, MD, MPH
4.8 Raiting
COVID-19: What You Need to Know (CME Eligible)
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Register for this free CME course here: https://www. coursera. org/learn/covid-19-what-you-need-to-know? edocomorp=public-health-free-courses As a healthcare professional, you can earn CME credit and help to #RaiseTheLine by becoming prepared to treat COVID-19....
