Human Factors in a Healthcare Environment

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Brief Introduction

Learn how the study of human factors can reduce error in healthcare with this course for healthcare professionals.

Course Summary

Learn about the importance of human factors in healthcare and how to apply them to improve patient safety with this online course from the University of Nottingham.

Key Learning Points

  • Understand the role of human factors in healthcare
  • Learn how to apply human factors principles to improve patient safety
  • Explore the impact of culture, teamwork and communication on patient care

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Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the key principles of human factors in healthcare
  • Apply human factors principles to improve patient safety
  • Evaluate the impact of culture, teamwork and communication on patient care

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

  • No prior experience required
  • Access to a computer with internet connection

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

  • Online self-paced course
  • Video lectures
  • Quizzes

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Requirements

  • This course is for healthcare professionals of all levels, but many of the topics discussed are transferable across other industries.

Outline

  • The Basic Principles of Human Factors Introduction to the course Introduction to human factors Cognitive Topics Application of Human Factors to Healthcare Introduction to Week 2 Human factors in healthcare Communication Applying human factors in healthcare Implementing Change - Creating a Safety Culture Introduction to Week 3 Error reporting in healthcare Implementing change End of course activities

Summary of User Reviews

The Human Factors in Healthcare course on FutureLearn has received positive reviews for its practical approach to improving patient safety. Users appreciate the emphasis on teamwork and communication in healthcare settings.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

Emphasis on teamwork and communication in healthcare settings

Pros from User Reviews

  • Practical focus on improving patient safety
  • Engaging and interactive course materials
  • Insightful case studies and real-world scenarios
  • Collaborative learning environment
  • Accessible for healthcare professionals at all levels

Cons from User Reviews

  • Limited coverage of certain healthcare settings
  • Some users found the course too basic
  • Technical issues with the online platform
  • Lack of personalized feedback from instructors
  • Course content may be repetitive for those with prior human factors training
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Anthony Jermy, Veena Rodrigues
UEA (University of East Anglia)
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