Brief Introduction
Learn about health technology assessment (HTA) and quality of life (QoL), and how they’re used to decide which treatments to fund
Course Summary
This course provides an introduction to health technology assessment (HTA) and covers the key principles of HTA, including the different types of HTA, the use of HTA in decision-making, and the challenges and opportunities presented by HTA.
Key Learning Points
- Learn the basics of health technology assessment
- Understand the different types of HTA
- Discover the challenges and opportunities presented by HTA
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the key principles of HTA
- Evaluate the different types of HTA
- Apply HTA in decision-making
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic understanding of healthcare systems
- Familiarity with medical terminology
Course Difficulty Level
Intermediate
Course Format
- Online
- Self-paced
- Interactive
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Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Health Economist
- Epidemiologist
Related Books
Requirements
- Introduction to Health Technology Assessment is open to anyone. No prior experience or qualifications are necessary. It may be particularly useful to recent graduates, who are interested in health research, but not sure which next steps to take. While the Educators themselves aren’t available to facilitate this run, we encourage you to engage with other learners and there are opportunities to do this throughout the course.
Knowledge
- A bit about youWhat is HTA?Examples of HTAPrinciples and stages of HTAWho conducts HTA?Measuring quality of lifeWhose health should we prioritise?Decision making using HTAImportance of perspectiveIdentifying relevant costsImportant research themesHTA case study: findings and challenges
Summary of User Reviews
Learn about health technology assessment, its principles and methods, and how to apply it in practice. This course has received positive reviews from users and is highly recommended for healthcare professionals who want to gain knowledge in this field.
Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
Many users found the course content to be very informative and relevant to their work.
Pros from User Reviews
- The course covers a wide range of topics related to health technology assessment.
- The instructors are knowledgeable and provide clear explanations.
- The course is well-structured and easy to follow.
- The course provides practical examples and case studies to illustrate the concepts.
- The course is flexible and can be completed at the learner's own pace.
Cons from User Reviews
- Some users found the course to be too basic and not challenging enough.
- The course could benefit from more interactive elements, such as quizzes and assignments.
- Some users found the course to be too focused on the UK healthcare system, and would have preferred more global perspectives.
- The course requires a significant time commitment, which may be challenging for busy healthcare professionals.
- The course does not provide opportunities for learners to interact with each other or the instructors.