Brief Introduction
Learn how to plan for and establish COVID-19 testing in your laboratory to ensure accurate, timely and impactful results.Course Summary
This course is designed for laboratory scientists and technicians who want to learn how to perform molecular testing for COVID-19. You'll learn how to collect, prepare and analyze patient samples, as well as how to interpret and report on your findings.Key Learning Points
- Learn the fundamentals of molecular testing for COVID-19
- Understand how to collect and prepare patient samples
- Discover how to analyze and interpret test results
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Develop the skills needed to perform molecular testing for COVID-19
- Understand the importance of lab safety and quality control
- Be able to interpret and report on your findings with confidence
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic knowledge of molecular biology
- Access to a laboratory
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online
- Self-paced
Similar Courses
- Introduction to Clinical Data Science
- Molecular Biology and PCR Essentials for Laboratory Technicians
Related Education Paths
- Medical Laboratory Technician Certification
- Medical Laboratory Scientist Certification
- Molecular Biology Technician Certification
Notable People in This Field
- Dr. Anthony Fauci
- Dr. Soumya Swaminathan
Related Books
Requirements
- This course is designed for professionals involved in the testing and diagnosis of COVID-19, with a focus on low- and middle-income settings. This may include Ministry of Health officials, laboratory managers, laboratory technologists and technicians, clinicians, programme managers, implementing partners, and others involved in laboratory testing for COVID-19.
Knowledge
- Biosafety for COVID-19 testingSetting up the laboratory for COVID-19 testingSpecimens for COVID-19 testing and their collection, packaging, storage and transportationIntegrating COVID-19 workflows with TB and / or HIV testingReporting COVID-19 test results
Summary of User Reviews
Discover comprehensive laboratory training for COVID-19 molecular testing. This course offers practical guidance for healthcare professionals to conduct accurate and reliable tests. Users praise the course for its detailed content and practical approach to testing.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
The practical approach to COVID-19 testingPros from User Reviews
- Comprehensive content
- Practical guidance for healthcare professionals
- Detailed explanations of the testing process
- Excellent preparation for laboratory work
- Interactive and engaging learning experience
Cons from User Reviews
- Some technical difficulties with the online platform
- Heavy workload for a short course
- May not be suitable for beginners
- Limited focus on non-molecular testing methods
- Lack of personalized feedback from instructors
Laboratory Training for COVID-19 Molecular Testing
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Learn how to plan for and establish COVID-19 testing in your laboratory to ensure accurate, timely and impactful results....
