Communicable Diseases Prevention & Management
This course focuses on the prevention and control of communicable diseases that affect human populations. The core components of communicable disease management and control, such as surveillance, screening, case finding and diagnostics, vector control, immunization, and outbreak control, will be discussed in both domestic and international settings. Diseases will be discussed in terms of their common modes of transmission, as well as how this affects the implementation and efficacy of management and control strategies. To assist students in applying the principles of communicable disease management and control covered in this course, the global distribution, epidemiology, life cycle, clinical manifestations, treatment, prevention, control, and surveillance of selected communicable diseases will be discussed in detail.
After completing this course, participants should be able to:
- Explain and gain knowledge of current, evidence-based information on infection prevention and control.
- Understand the principles of administrative controls and develop exclusion policies for work and patient contact in order to prevent infections.
- Recognize and implement strategies to reduce the risk of preventable diseases in the healthcare setting and workplace hazards.
This program will provide you with a thorough understanding of Communicable Diseases, Vaccination Storage, and Communicable Diseases. Inquire right away!