Brief Introduction
Enhance your understanding of how new drugs and treatments are adopted by health services through health technology assessments.Course Summary
This course covers Health Technology Assessment (HTA) and its role in evaluating the effectiveness, safety, and cost-effectiveness of healthcare interventions.Key Learning Points
- Learn the principles of HTA and its application in healthcare decision-making
- Understand the different types of HTA and their limitations
- Explore the challenges and opportunities in conducting HTA in different healthcare systems
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the principles and methods of HTA
- Apply HTA in healthcare decision-making
- Evaluate the effectiveness, safety, and cost-effectiveness of healthcare interventions
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic knowledge of healthcare systems and policies
- Familiarity with medical terminology
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online self-paced course
- Interactive learning activities
- Weekly quizzes and assignments
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- Healthcare Policy and Financing
- eHealth: Combining Psychology, Technology and Health
- Global Health and Disability
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Dr. Kalipso Chalkidou
- Dr. Peter Neumann
Related Books
Requirements
- This course is designed for anyone who works in a medical or pharmaceutical profession, or who studies a healthcare subject such as medicine, nursing, healthcare or health economics and wants to better understand HTA. This course will also be helpful for a patient or interested member of the public who wants to understand the HTA story behind the headlines. You should have an interest in healthcare decision making and economics aspects, as this is at the core of HTA. A basic familiarity with healthcare research will be helpful.
Knowledge
- How do we know if the treatment is of benefit?How can we make sense of all the evidence?How is evidence of the cost of drugs used in HTA?
Summary of User Reviews
The course on Health Technology Assessment (HTA) is highly recommended by learners who found it informative, engaging, and applicable. Many users appreciated the comprehensive coverage of the subject matter and the high-quality teaching, particularly the case studies and exercises that helped reinforce the concepts. Overall, this course is an excellent choice for anyone interested in health economics and policy.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
The case studies and exercises were highly effective in reinforcing the concepts covered in the course.Pros from User Reviews
- Comprehensive coverage of the subject matter
- Engaging and interactive teaching style
- Applicable and relevant to real-world scenarios
- High-quality production and presentation of course materials
- Access to a supportive and knowledgeable community of learners and instructors
Cons from User Reviews
- Some users felt that the course was too challenging and required a significant time commitment
- A few learners found some of the topics repetitive or overly technical
- Some users experienced technical difficulties with the platform or course materials
- A few learners felt that the assessments were too difficult or unclear
- Some users expressed a desire for more personalized feedback from instructors
Health Technology Assessment: Choosing Which Treatments Get Funded
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Enhance your understanding of how new drugs and treatments are adopted by health services through health technology assessments. How do we know if the treatment is of benefit?...
