Population Health During A Pandemic: Contact Tracing and Beyond
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Approx. 22 hours to complete
Course Summary
This course is designed to provide an overview of contact tracing for COVID-19, including how to identify cases and contacts, how to conduct interviews, and how to effectively communicate with individuals who may have been exposed to the virus.Key Learning Points
- Understand the basics of contact tracing and its role in controlling the spread of COVID-19
- Learn about the different types of contact tracing and the tools used to support the process
- Gain practical skills in conducting interviews, managing data, and communicating with individuals who may have been exposed
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the basic principles of contact tracing and its role in controlling the spread of COVID-19
- Develop practical skills in conducting interviews, managing data, and communicating effectively with individuals who may have been exposed to the virus
- Gain knowledge of the different types of contact tracing and the tools used to support the process
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic knowledge of public health and epidemiology
- Access to a computer and internet connection
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Self-paced
- Online
- Video lectures
- Interactive quizzes
Similar Courses
- Epidemics, Pandemics and Outbreaks
- Health in Complex Humanitarian Emergencies
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Dr. Anthony Fauci
- Dr. Ashish Jha
Related Books
Description
Throughout history, pandemics have devastated populations and changed the trajectory of mankind. The global effects of the current COVID-19 pandemic have disproportionately affected certain regions and population groups. This course provides an overview of the far-reaching impact of COVID-19 and presents contact tracing as a tool to mitigate the spread of the disease. Contact tracers are critically needed to help state and local health departments, particularly in large and diverse states such as Texas.
Knowledge
- Identify the signs, symptoms, modes of transmission and epidemiology of COVID-19
- Describe the drug development process, clinical trial phases, and current COVID - 19 vaccine candidates
- Characterize underlying risk factors experienced by vulnerable groups that predisposes to COVID-19 and available resources for high risk communities
- Describe the purpose of contact tracing, the context in which it is conducted, and identify challenges and effective communication strategies
Outline
- Epidemiology
- Epidemiology of COVID-19
- COVID-19 Timeline
- The Spread of Droplets and the Importance of Social Distancing
- Epidemiology Knowledge Check
- History of Pandemics
- History of Pandemics
- Spanish Flu
- Why The Second Wave of Spanish ‘Flu Was So Deadly
- Pandemics in History Knowledge Check
- COVID-19 Testing
- COVID-19 Testing
- COVID-19 Testing Resources
- COVID-19 Testing Knowledge Check
- Public Health
- Public Health
- Control of Infectious Disease
- Health Equity Resources
- References and Additional Readings
- Public Health Knowledge Check
- What is Contact Tracing?
- What Is Contact Tracing?
- Communication Skills for Contact Tracers
- Helping the Distressed Contact
- CDC Isolation Guidelines
- Other Contact Tracing Resources
- Keys to De-Escalation
- What is Contact Tracing Knowledge Check
- Vaccine and Spread
- What is a Vaccine?
- Strategies for Vaccine Development
- Developing a COVID-19 Vaccine
- Additional Resources
- Prevention and Safety Tips
- Vaccine and Spread Knowledge Check
- Contact Tracing: Ethical, Legal, and Regulatory Issues
- Ethical Legal and Regulatory Considerations in Contact Tracing
- Protecting and Disclosing Data
- Control Measures and Public Health Emergencies
- Law v. Ethics Additional Readings
- HIPAA and Protected Health Information
- Data Protection and Coercion
- Trust is Vital in Public Health
- Additional Considerations
- Ethical, Legal, and Regulatory Considerations Knowledge Check
- Mental Health and COVID-19
- Mental Health and Mental Illness
- Managing Anxiety During COVID-19
- Explaining Fear and Stigma Associated with COVID - 19
- Mental Health in Special Populations in the COVID-19 era
- Mental Health and Addiction Resources
- Coping Mechanism Tips
- Reliable Sources for Information on COVID-19
- Addressing the Impact of Racism and Stigma
- Additional Resources for Addressing Racism and Stigma
- Seniors and COVID-19
- Resources for Addressing Addiction during COVID-19
- Mental Health and COVID-19 Knowledge Check
- Health Equity
- Defining Health Equity
- COVID-19's Impact and Diverse Populations
- At the Heart of the Matter: Unmasking and Addressing COVID-19’s Toll on Diverse Populations
- How COVID-19 Exacerbated America's Racial Health Disparities
- COVID-19: Impact on Communities of Color
- More Information about COVID-19 In African American Communities
- More Information on COVID-19 in Latinx Communities
- More Information About COVID-19's Impact on the Native American Community
- COVID-19 and Immigrants
- COVID-19 in Homeless Populations
- COVID-19 and Elderly Populations
- Additional References for Health Equity and COVID-19
- Health Equity Knowledge Check
- Pregnancy and COVID-19
- Overview of Pregnancy Care Amidst COVID-19
- Pregnancy Risks with COVID-19 and Prevention and Protection
- Breastfeeding during COVID-19
- Mental Health of Pregnant Women during COVID-19
- CDC Considerations for Inpatient Obstetric Healthcare Settings
- ACOG Message to Patients on COVID-19 and Breastfeeding
- Additional Breastfeeding Resources
- Additional Mental Health Resources
- Coronavirus disease 2019 in pregnancy: early lessons
- Pregnancy and COVID-19 Knowledge Check
- COVID-19 in Children
- COVID-19 and Children
- Burden of COVID-19 in Children
- Epidemiology of COVID-19 In Children
- How many children have or had COVID - 19? References
- Clinical Manifestations of COVID-19 in Children
- Symptoms in Infants Optional Readings
- Symptoms of COVID-19 in Children
- Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS - C)
- COVID-19 in Children Knowledge Check
- Community Education and Navigation
- Educating Ourselves and the Public
- Contact Tracer Community
- Community Partnerships
- OSHA Control and Prevention
- Working with Vulnerable Populations
- Homeless Among The Most Vulnerable to COVID-19
- Small Scale Intervention Readings
- Massachusetts Community Tracing Collaborative
- Community Engagement and Navigation Knowledge Check
- Community Resources
- Community Resources
- Community Resources for Vulnerable Communities
- So You Want to Be a Contact Tracer?
- Impacts of COVID-19
- Sources to Explore For Your Community
- Learning More About Resources for Vulnerable Populations
- Community Resources Knowledge Check
Summary of User Reviews
Read reviews on the Contact Tracing for COVID-19 course on Coursera. Users have given positive feedback about the course's comprehensive approach to contact tracing. However, some users have criticized the course's lack of interactivity and practical applications.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
The course provides a comprehensive approach to contact tracing.Pros from User Reviews
- The course covers key concepts and strategies in contact tracing.
- The instructors are knowledgeable and provide clear explanations.
- The course is free and easy to access online.
Cons from User Reviews
- The course lacks interactivity and practical applications.
- Some users found the course content to be too basic.
- The course does not provide enough information on the challenges of contact tracing in different contexts.
- Some users found the course to be too theoretical and not practical enough.
- The course is not tailored to specific countries or regions.
Bettina Beech
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