Course Summary
This course teaches the principles of contact tracing as a tool to control the spread of COVID-19. It covers the basics of how contact tracing is done, how to build rapport with cases, how to identify their contacts, and how to support both cases and their contacts to stop transmission in their communities.Key Learning Points
- Learn the basics and principles of contact tracing
- Understand how to build rapport with cases and identify their contacts
- Discover how to support both cases and their contacts to stop transmission in their communities
Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have
- Contact Tracer
- USA: $40,000 - $60,000
- India: INR 3,00,000 - INR 4,50,000
- Spain: €20,000 - €30,000
- Public Health Specialist
- USA: $60,000 - $100,000
- India: INR 5,00,000 - INR 10,00,000
- Spain: €30,000 - €50,000
- Epidemiologist
- USA: $70,000 - $120,000
- India: INR 6,00,000 - INR 12,00,000
- Spain: €35,000 - €60,000
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the principles of contact tracing
- Learn how to build rapport with cases and identify their contacts
- Discover how to support both cases and their contacts to stop transmission in their communities
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic understanding of public health
- Access to the internet and a computer or mobile device
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online Self-paced
- Video Lectures
- Quizzes and Assignments
- Peer Discussions
Similar Courses
- Epidemics, Pandemics and Outbreaks
- Introduction to Public Health
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
Description
The COVID-19 crisis has created an unprecedented need for contact tracing across the country, requiring thousands of people to learn key skills quickly. The job qualifications for contact tracing positions differ throughout the country and the world, with some new positions open to individuals with a high school diploma or equivalent. Now that you've learned about the basics of COVID-19, we'll turn our attention to some of the tools being used to stop the spread: contact tracing, isolation, and quarantine. We'll also show you how what you've already learned about infection and transmission informs the use of these critical public health tools. In this module, you'll learn about the important ethical dimensions of contract tracing, including how we balance the protection of the public's health with limits on personal privacy and autonomy. We'll walk through some specific examples to prepare you for some of the issues contact tracers encounter during the course of their work. Effective communication is the cornerstone of a successful contact tracing interaction. That includes building rapport with cases and contacts, active listening, and asking the right kinds of questions. In this module, you'll watch and read several example interactions that demonstrate both how and how not to conduct yourself as a contact tracer. Access to lectures and assignments depends on your type of enrollment. If you take a course in audit mode, you will be able to see most course materials for free. To access graded assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience, during or after your audit. If you don't see the audit option: The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience. When you purchase a Certificate you get access to all course materials, including graded assignments. Upon completing the course, your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free. Yes, Coursera provides financial aid to learners who cannot afford the fee. Apply for it by clicking on the Financial Aid link beneath the "Enroll" button on the left. You’ll be prompted to complete an application and will be notified if you are approved. This course provides information about the basics of COVID-19 and contact tracing and helps you develop some of the skills and background that you need. The course includes examples of contact tracing calls, as well as information about developing effective interviewing skills. You will need to enroll via a web browser on either a computer or a mobile device and not via the Coursera mobile app to enroll for the course and certificate for free. Unfortunately, the promotional price is not redeemable through the mobile app.Knowledge
- Describe the natural history of SARS-CoV-2 , including the infectious period, the presentation of COVID-19, and evidence for how it is transmitted.
- Define an infectious contact and timeline for public health intervention through contact tracing.
- Demonstrate the utility of case investigation and contact tracing, identify common barriers, and possible strategies to overcome them.
- Present some ethical considerations around contact tracing, isolation and quarantine.
Outline
- Basics of COVID-19
- SARS-CoV-2 Virus
- Natural History of SARS-CoV-2​
- Risk Factors for Severe Disease​
- Diagnosing COVID-19
- Transmission of SARS-CoV-2
- Why Stopping Transmission is So Important
- Summary of COVID-19
- Course Resources and Technical Support
- Glossary of terms
- Assignments
- SARS-CoV-2 virus (Unlimited Attempts Permitted)
- Natural history of SARS-CoV-2 (Unlimited Attempts Permitted)
- Risk factors for severe disease (Unlimited Attempts Permitted)
- Diagnosing COVID-19 (Unlimited Attempts Permitted)
- Transmission of SARS-CoV-2 (Unlimited Attempts Permitted)
- Why Stopping Transmission is So Important (Unlimited Attempts Permitted)
- Provide Your Feedback on this Module (Required)
- Basics of Contact Tracing for COVID-19
- Contact Tracing for COVID-19 Prevention
- Defining Case, Contact, Isolation, and Quarantine
- Calculating Isolation and Quarantine Duration
- Identifying High-Risk Situations
- Summary
- CDC Guidance and the COVID-19 Isolation and Quarantine Calculator
- Contact Tracing for COVID-19 Prevention (Unlimited Attempts Permitted)
- Defining Case, Contact, Isolation and Quarantine (Unlimited Attempts Permitted)
- Calculating Isolation and Quarantine Duration (Unlimited Attempts Permitted)
- Identifying High-Risk Situations (Unlimited Attempts Permitted)
- Provide Your Feedback on this Module (Required)
- Steps to Investigate Cases and Trace Their Contacts
- The Basic Steps
- Observing Basic Case and Contact Calls
- Summary
- Checklists for speaking to cases and contacts
- The Basic Steps (Unlimited Attempts Permitted)
- Provide Your Feedback on this Module (Required)
- Ethics of Contact Tracing and Technological Tools
- Contact Tracing as a Common Public Health Tool
- Defining Privacy, Confidentiality, and Other Terms about Ethics
- Balancing Public Good with Privacy, Autonomy, and Confidentiality
- Rationale for Using Technology for Contact Tracing
- Examples of Technology Used for Each Step
- Summary
- Contact Tracing as a Common Public Health Tool (Unlimited Attempts Permitted)
- Defining Privacy, Confidentiality, and Other Terms about Ethics (Unlimited Attempts Permitted)
- Balancing Public Good with Privacy, Autonomy, and Confidentiality (Unlimited Attempts Permitted)
- Rationale for Using Technology for Contact Tracing (Unlimited Attempts Permitted)
- Examples of Technology Used for Each Step (Unlimited Attempts Permitted)
- Provide Your Feedback on this Module (Required)
- Skills for Effective Communication
- The Importance of Rapport
- Tips for Effective Communication
- Question Types and When to Use Them
- Active Listening: Helping People Feel Heard
- Bringing It All Together into One Communication Framework
- Common Issues and Tips
- Embracing Complexity
- Addressing Process Complexities
- Addressing People Complexities
- Addressing Context Complexities
- Summary
- The Importance of Rapport (Unlimited Attempts Permitted)
- Tips for Effective Communication (Unlimited Attempts Permitted)
- Question Types and When to Use Them (Unlimited Attempts Permitted)
- Active Listening: Helping People Feel Heard (Unlimited Attempts Permitted)
- Bringing It All Together into One Communication Framework (Unlimited Attempts Permitted)
- Common Issues and Tips (Unlimited Attempts Permitted)
- Provide Your Feedback on this Module (Required)
- Final Assessment (Graded)
- Final Assessment Instructions (Read Carefully BEFORE Final Assessment)
- COVID-19 Daily Roundup
- Final Assessment
Summary of User Reviews
Learn COVID-19 contact tracing with Coursera. This course is well-structured and informative, with engaging content and knowledgeable instructors.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
The instructors are knowledgeable and engaging.Pros from User Reviews
- Well-structured course content
- Engaging and knowledgeable instructors
- Good balance between theory and practical application
- Opportunities for hands-on learning
- Helpful resources and materials provided
Cons from User Reviews
- Some technical difficulties with the platform
- Course can be challenging for those without a background in public health
- Not enough focus on cultural sensitivity and equity in contact tracing
- Some users found the quizzes and assessments too difficult
- Limited interaction with other students
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