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Brief Introduction

Improve your ability to teach children and young people how to prevent the spread of infection and to use antibiotics responsibly.

Course Summary

Discover the importance of good hygiene and how to prevent the spread of infection in this e-Bug Health Educator Training course. Learn about microorganisms, antibiotics, and vaccination, and gain practical teaching resources to promote health in your community.

Key Learning Points

Understand the basics of microbiology and how to prevent infection
Learn about antibiotics, resistance, and vaccination
Get access to practical teaching resources to promote health in your community

Learning Outcomes

Understand the basics of microbiology and how microorganisms cause infection
Identify the different types of antibiotics and the growing problem of antibiotic resistance
Gain practical teaching resources to promote good hygiene and prevent the spread of infection

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

No prior knowledge or experience required
Access to a computer or mobile device with internet connection

Course Difficulty Level

Beginner

Course Format

Online self-paced course
Interactive activities and quizzes
Access to downloadable teaching resources

Similar Courses

Infection Prevention and Control
Antibiotic Stewardship

Related Education Paths

Notable People in This Field

Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
Director-General of the World Health Organization

Related Books

Requirements

Primary and secondary school educators, as well as those who lead community groups targeting children and young people. This course is designed for child educators in different settings around the UK, but may be appropriate for other countries and settings. Parents who are home educating might find this course useful if they would like to learn how to teach children about the prevention and spread of infection and caring for themselves and others when ill. The course might also be of interest to healthcare professionals who work with children, for example, school nurses. Local authority or government officials involved in the management of infections and improving antibiotic use within communities, might also find this course useful.

Knowledge

Week 1: Introduction to microbes, hand hygiene, and respiratory hygieneWeek 2: Food hygiene and oral hygieneWeek 3: Antimicrobial resistance

Summary of User Reviews

Read reviews from past participants of the e-Bug Health Educator Training course. Overall, participants found the course to be informative and engaging, helping them to develop their knowledge and skills in health education. Many users appreciated the interactive nature of the course, which facilitated active learning and made the content more interesting and accessible.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

Many users found the interactive nature of the course to be particularly helpful, as it allowed them to engage with the material in a more meaningful way.

Pros from User Reviews

Engaging and interactive course material
Comprehensive coverage of health education topics
Great resource for health educators and professionals
Flexible schedule and self-paced learning options
Accessible and user-friendly online platform

Cons from User Reviews

Some users found the course content to be too basic or introductory
Limited opportunities for peer interaction and collaboration
Technical issues with the online platform
Lack of personalized feedback or guidance from instructors
Course may be less relevant or useful for individuals outside of the health education field