30-Hours Professional Diploma in Ebola Virus
Credit hours
3
Beginning with the history of Ebola outbreaks, learners study the virus, how it spreads and how illness presents and is diagnosed. The course moves on to supportive care, infection prevention, correct use of protective equipment and the public health response to outbreaks. It gives health and public health workers sound background knowledge of the disease.
What you'll cover
- 01Introduction to Ebola Virus and Historical Outbreaks
- 02Virology and Pathogenesis of Ebola Virus
- 03Transmission Dynamics and Risk Factors
- 04Clinical Presentation and Diagnostic Methods
- 05Case Management and Supportive Treatment Strategies
- 06Infection Prevention and Control Measures
- 07Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Use and Protocols
- 08Public Health Response and Outbreak Containment
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30-Hours Professional Diploma in Ebola Virus