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Pandemic Influenza

A pandemic influenza, such as the H1N1 virus, is a new strain of the flu that spreads as easily as common influenza. These pandemics can cause millions of deaths and significant societal disruption, but their effects can be mitigated.

COURSE OVERVIEW

A pandemic influenza, such as the H1N1 virus, is a novel influenza strain that spreads as effortlessly as common influenza. Pandemics can lead to the death of millions and cause substantial societal upheaval, however, their effects can be lessened. This is why our country, along with the rest of the globe, is making preparations to promptly identify a burgeoning pandemic, and then slow its spread while developing countermeasures.

COURSE TOPICS

This online Pandemic Influenza course covers the following topics:

Elements and Consequences
Organizations Preparing for Pandemics
Reducing or Slowing Down Pandemics

By the end of our Pandemic Influenza course, learners will have an understanding of:

Key aspects of surveillance and description of pandemics
The distinguishing features of a pandemic and how it differs from an epidemic
The guiding principles of the National Strategy for Pandemic Influenza
Strategies for businesses and individuals to mitigate or slow the spread of influenza

ONLINE COURSE DURATION

Estimated course duration is 30 minutes

PASS MARK

Testing conducted in the Pandemic Influenza course is designed to reinforce the knowledge shared. A score of 80% is required to pass the course. The course can be attempted three times to achieve the pass mark. A comprehensive student manual is available for download and print, serving as a valuable resource for future reference and knowledge retention.

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

Upon successful completion of this online course, a certificate of completion will be available for download and printing.

COURSE PREVIEW